MetaMask / MetaMask/metamask-extension

import wallet from hardware wallet

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Description

### What is this about?

currently after installing metamask in a brower the user is prompted to either create a new wallet, or import an existing one using a phrase. there should be an additional option of connecting a hardware wallet.

### Scenario

After installing or reinstalling metamask, the user should be presented an option to add a wallet that exists on a hardware wallet.

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Research direction

The issue names no files, tests, or entry points. Start by locating the post-install wallet setup flow and its existing create/import options; done means presenting a hardware-wallet option after installation or reinstallation and supporting that connection.

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Assessment

Tech stack
typescript
Domain
blockchain
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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