Browser targeting guide
Run one extension codebase across Chrome, Edge, Firefox, and custom binaries with explicit browser targeting workflows.
What to read first
| Need | Read this |
|---|---|
| Choose browser targets quickly | Browsers available |
| Customize launch behavior | Browser flags |
| Configure Firefox preferences | Browser preferences |
| Control profile isolation | Browser profile |
| Run Brave or custom binaries | Running other browsers |
Practical target strategy
- Use named targets (
chrome,edge,firefox) for daily checks. - Use comma-separated targets for release validation.
- Use engine targets only when you need custom binaries.
- Keep browser differences in browser-prefixed manifest fields.
Next steps
- Learn manifest filtering in Cross-browser compatibility.
- Configure browser-specific keys in Browser-specific manifest fields.
Video walkthrough
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