Vertical Tabs in Side Panel

Display and manage tabs vertically in the browser sidebar.

Vertical Tabs in Side Panel - Chrome Extension

"Vertical Tabs in Side Panel" is a Chrome extension that allows users to display and manage their browser tabs vertically in a sidebar. It features support for light and dark themes, search functionality, and the ability to organize tabs into groups. The extension includes intuitive controls like single/double clicks, middle clicks for closing tabs, and drag-and-drop functionality to rearrange tabs easily. Users can customize the sidebar position and access it via an icon or keyboard shortcuts. Compatible with Chrome 114 and above.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 70,000+
Version: 1.0.7 (Last updated: 2024-11-14)
Creation date: 2023-06-08
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • tabGroups
  • favicon
  • storage
  • sidePanel
Size: 40.02K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Great functionality for organizing tabs
  • Professional appearance and fast response
  • Easy categorization of tabs with colors and titles
  • Is useful for managing multiple tabs
Cons
  • Fixed width of side panel is too wide, needs resizing option
  • Cannot close top tabs when side panel is open, causing duplication
  • No support for multiple tab selection and batch operations
  • Requires reactivation every time the browser starts
Most mentioned
  • Need for adjustable side panel width
  • Desire to hide top tabs when side panel is active
  • Request for a feature to categorize tabs by domain
User reviews
USEFUL!
by Alex JW X., 2025-03-19

works right away
by Shazzad Bin Alam, 2025-03-14

Can't have any keybind I want
by Julius Gustafsson, 2025-03-10
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Vertical Tabs in Side Panel 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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Vertical Tabs in Side Panel has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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