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@Cozmorry Cozmorry released this 27 Dec 18:04
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Full Changelog: New-Installer-Theme...V3

Release v1.0.2 - Browser Extension Integration

🌐 What's New

Chromium Browser Extension

We've added seamless browser integration! The extension automatically intercepts downloads and sends them to CDM for faster, more reliable downloads.

Key Features:

  • ✅ Automatic download interception
  • ✅ User confirmation before starting downloads
  • ✅ Smart pre-filling of download info
  • ✅ Works with Chrome, Edge, Brave, and more
  • ✅ Context menu support for manual downloads

✨ Highlights

Seamless Browser Integration

  • Downloads from your browser automatically open in CDM
  • Review and confirm downloads before they start
  • No more browser download dialogs - everything goes through CDM

User Control

  • Confirmation Required: All downloads require your approval
  • Pre-filled Info: URL, filename, and size automatically detected
  • Edit Before Download: Review and modify download details before starting

Native Messaging

  • Secure communication between browser and CDM
  • Automatically launches CDM if not running
  • Hidden background process (no CMD windows)

🚀 Quick Start

  1. Install the Extension:

    • Load from extension/ folder in developer mode
    • Or wait for Chrome Web Store release

  2. Install Native Messaging Host:

    cd extension
.\install-native-messaging.ps1

  3. Start Downloading:

    • Download files normally in your browser
    • CDM will open with the download ready for confirmation
    • Click "Start Download" to begin

🔧 Technical Improvements

  • Native messaging host with proper stdio handling
  • Hidden window execution (no visible CMD windows)
  • File-based communication for reliability
  • Automatic CDM path detection
  • Improved error handling and connection status

🐛 Bug Fixes

  • Fixed CMD window appearing when launching CDM
  • Fixed native messaging connection timeouts
  • Fixed download info not being passed correctly
  • Improved error messages and troubleshooting

📦 Extension Package

Package the extension for Chrome Web Store:

cd extension
.\package-extension.ps1

📋 Full Changelog

See RELEASE_NOTES.md for complete details.

Download: Extension files included in repository. See Extension README for installation instructions.

cozy-download-manager-extension-v1.0.0.zip

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