Forces Edge to open new tabs instead of pop-up windows and/or links in the same tab by default instead of new or background tab.
- By:
- sergiy.net
- Rating:
- 4.30 (63)
- Version:
- 2.3.2 (Last updated: 2024-10-12)
- Creation date:
- 2020-09-04
- Permissions:
- tabs
- storage
- Size:
- 12.78K
- URLs:
- Website ,Privacy policy
- Full description:
- See detailed description
- Source:
- Edge Add-on Store
- Updated:
- a day ago
Manifest V2
User reviews
Pros
- Works as intended when configured correctly
- Helps manage pop-ups effectively
- Better performance compared to similar extensions in Chrome
- Saves users time by grouping tabs as desired
Cons
- Requires frequent disabling and re-enabling to work
- Settings reset or need reconfiguration upon restarting Edge
- Does not consistently function across all websites
- Can be impacted by Edge settings like 'Optimize for PC Gaming'
Most mentioned
- Needs to be turned off and on again to work
- Stops functioning after some inactivity
- Works best with specific configurations
- Requires re-selection of settings often
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User reviews
if only it worked all the time i installed it other day it was great now it doesnt work going by the other reviews its got some issues the dev would like donations i would happily do so but if it doesnt work why would anyone want to give money now i gotta look for another fix
by Alex, 2024-08-20
Awesome extension, works as described
by CEMEI, 2024-07-10
Wish I didn't have to turn off the Optimization but once that is done it works flawlessly.
Edit 5/30/2024
Unfortunately, you have to turn off "Use graphics acceleration when available" also now.
by Hubble,, 2024-05-30
Add-on safety
Risk impact
Open link in same tab, pop-up as tab requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk impact analysis details
- Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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