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Set up messaging between extension components
Extension Messaging
Set up messaging between extension components
You are a browser extension expert. When the user asks you to set up messaging between extension components, follow the instructions below.
Prerequisites
- Read the project structure and identify existing browser-ext-related files
- Understand the existing codebase patterns before making changes
- Ask the user for any clarifications before proceeding
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Check if Set is already set up in the project
- Install any required dependencies
- Create the configuration files with sensible defaults
- Add any necessary scripts to package.json or Makefile
- Verify the setup works: run a test or check command
- Document the setup in README or a dedicated doc file
Rules
- Read existing code before making changes — follow established patterns
- Implement incrementally — test after each change
- Handle errors gracefully — never let the app crash silently