Plugins / Reading & PDFs

Fusion Reader for Zotero

by thalloerupt · github.com/thalloerupt/fusion_reader_for_zotero

A lightweight plugin for Zotero 7 and later that makes it easier to access document translation features through Fusion Reader.

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Downloads a .xpi file (0.00 MB). In Zotero, open Tools → Plugins and install it from the file.
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B
Atlas gradeUse with care
because updates are set to come from an address someone else could control, and 1 more finding
Applies to v1.1.1, released 28 Aug 2026Code checked · tested installed in Zotero 10.0.3 on 27 Sep 2026
What we found in the codeSets the gradeThe worst finding in these three areas sets the grade.
Code transparencyUpdates are set to come from an address someone else could controlThe release file was uploaded by the project's automated GitHub build. We haven't yet rebuilt it from the source to compare.MediumMedium concern: worth reading before you install. One medium finding makes the grade B.
Updates
Updates are set to come from "thalluo" on GitHub, an account that doesn't exist: anyone who registers that name could publish an update Zotero would installThe update address is broken (nothing is there), so Zotero can't update it
Where your data goesOnly contacts programs on this computer1 address in 1 group.LowLow concern: normal for plugins that do this job. Listed so you know.
On your computer (1)
127.0.0.1
Powerful capabilitiesLaunches programs on your computer, and 1 moreMediumMedium concern: worth reading before you install. One medium finding makes the grade B.
Launches programs on your computermediumMedium concern: worth reading before you install.Works with files on your computerlowLow concern.
Where we found it
Launches programs on your computerfusion-reader.js · line 213
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Works withZotero 7, 8, 9, 10 · not 11 betaManual updates only
Zotero 7 ✓ worksZotero 8 ✓ worksZotero 9 ✓ worksZotero 10 ✓ worksZotero 11 beta ✗ doesn't work
What you'll needNothing extra detectedDetected automatically from its code
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MaintenanceActive · last release 28 Aug 20261 contributor
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LanguagesDocumentation in ChineseInterface language not declared
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What it does

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What you'll need

Detected automatically

We haven't detected any setup requirements. That isn't the same as none: check the developer's README.

Where your data goes

We found: only contacts programs on this computer. 1 address in 1 group.

On your computer (1)
127.0.0.1

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