Browser Extensions Lack User.js Support for Power-User Scripts
Power users want to inject custom JavaScript into browser extension behavior to extend or modify default functionality without waiting for official feature releases. The absence of a user.js hook limits extensibility for technical users with niche workflow requirements.
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