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Browser Extension

Also known as: Browser Plugin, Browser Add-On

A software module that adds functionality to a web browser, typically installed from a browser's extension store. Browser extensions are a common delivery mechanism for accessibility tools because they can modify webpage content and behavior without requiring changes to the underlying website. Accessibility-related browser extensions include screen reader enhancements, text simplification tools, color contrast adjusters, ad blockers, and task-specific content filtering systems. Extensions operate by accessing and modifying the DOM of visited web pages.

Category: Assistive Technology · Web Accessibility

Related: DOM Manipulation · Web Content Filtering · Distraction Control

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