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---+ Add-Ons

_Add functionality with extensions not based on the Foswiki scripts._

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---++ Overview

An add-on runs separately from the Foswiki scripts, e.g. for data import, export to static HTML, etc. Add-Ons normally do not call any Foswiki code directly, though may invoke Foswiki scripts. There are different types of add-ons, they may be stand alone scripts, browser plugins, office tool extensions, or even a set of topics that form a wiki application.

*See other types of extensions:* [[Contribs]], [[Plugins]], [[Skins]]

---++ Add-Ons Installed on this site

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---++ Installing Add-Ons

   * Download an add-on from Foswiki:Extensions.
   * Follow the installation instructions in the add-on topic.

---++ Creating new Add-Ons

   * Visit Foswiki:Development/ExtensionDeveloperGuide and follow the instructions.

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*Related Topics:* DeveloperDocumentationCategory, AdminDocumentationCategory

