how to disable reload option in chrome extension - google-chrome-extension

I have developed on plugin by using google chrome extension API.
By using "Load unpacked extension" button I can install the my plugin in to chrome browser,
I will get 3 option in the "Reload", "Disable" and "Uninstall".
How can I disable Reload option for my extension. I am attaching the image for reference
Thanks.

You cant.
Although theoretically you could write a NPAPI plugin that would do this I recommend against it.

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