File System Provider

fileSystemProvider

Medium RiskCategory: Device AccessView Official Docs↗

Technical Context

Enables the extension to implement virtual file systems accessible through Chrome OS's file manager. This allows mounting cloud storage or archives as local drives.

What This Means For You

On Chromebooks, the extension can make cloud storage or remote files appear as folders in your Files app. This creates a seamless way to access files stored elsewhere.

Related APIs

This permission enables access to these Chrome APIs:

chrome.fileSystemProvider

Common Use Cases

✓Cloud storage clients
✓Archive viewers
✓Network drives

How to Declare in manifest.json

Add the "fileSystemProvider" permission to your extension manifest:

{
  "manifest_version": 3,
  "name": "My Extension",
  "permissions": [
    "fileSystemProvider"
  ]
}

Related Permissions

Human Interface Devices

hid

The extension can communicate directly with special USB devices like game controllers or custom hardware. This is used for hardware configuration tools.

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Serial Ports

serial

The extension can communicate with devices connected through serial ports, like Arduino boards or scientific instruments. This is essential for hardware development tools.

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Bluetooth

bluetooth

The extension can find and connect to Bluetooth devices near you, like headphones or fitness trackers. This is used for device management or data sync.

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Clipboard Write

clipboardWrite

The extension can put content onto your clipboard, making it available when you paste. This is used for copy buttons and text formatting tools.

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Printer Provider

printerProvider

The extension can add new printing options and handle documents you send to print. This is used for cloud printing or custom print services.

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