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web-ext: Run the web extension in the current directory in Firefox.

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$ web-ext run

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The command "web-ext run" is used to run a web extension in your browser.

Here is a breakdown of the command:

"web-ext": This is the name of the command-line tool provided by Mozilla to help with the development and testing of web extensions.
"run": This is the specific command within the web-ext tool that runs a web extension in your browser.

When you execute "web-ext run" in your terminal or command prompt, the tool will look for a "manifest.json" file in the current directory. The manifest file contains information about the extension such as its name, description, icons, and permissions.

The web-ext tool will then launch your default browser with the extension loaded. This allows you to test the functionality and appearance of your extension in a real browser environment. Additionally, the tool provides features such as automatic reloading when you make changes to the code, error messages in the terminal, and a set of development tools to aid in debugging.

Overall, the "web-ext run" command simplifies the process of testing and iterating on web extensions during development.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.

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