Methods
(static) install(path, temporaryopt) → {Promise.<string>}
Install a Firefox addon.
If the addon is restartless, it can be used right away. Otherwise a restart is required.
Temporary addons will automatically be uninstalled on shutdown and do not need to be signed, though they must be restartless.
Parameters:
| Name | Type | Attributes | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
path |
string | Full path to the extension package archive. |
|
temporary |
boolean |
<optional> |
True to install the addon temporarily, false (default) otherwise. |
Throws:
-
If there is a problem installing the addon.
- Type
- UnknownError
Returns:
Addon ID.
- Type
- Promise.<string>
(static) uninstall(id) → {Promise}
Uninstall a Firefox addon.
If the addon is restartless it will be uninstalled right away. Otherwise, Firefox must be restarted for the change to take effect.
Parameters:
| Name | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
id |
string | ID of the addon to uninstall. |
Throws:
-
If there is a problem uninstalling the addon.
- Type
- UnknownError
Returns:
- Type
- Promise