NiftySplit

NiftySplit

Splits the screen and loads all links in the second window

What is NiftySplit?
"NiftySplit" is an innovative Chrome extension designed to enhance browsing efficiency. It splits the browser into two windows: any link clicked in the left window will automatically load in the right window. This feature eliminates the need for endless tab opening/closing or frequent use of the back button. Ultimately, NiftySplit revolutionizes the browsing experience making navigation of websites like Reddit or Wikipedia incredibly enjoyable. It also comes with multi-monitor support, and other features like shift-click to open links in the left-hand window, customizable window position, and support for Incognito windows.
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By: Bozozo
Users: 10,000+
Rating: 3.71 (75)
Version: 0.8.0 (Last updated: 2013-12-15)
Creation date: 2013-12-15
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • contextMenus
Size: 23.18K
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Summary

Use NiftySplit to split Chrome into two windows. Any link you click in the left window will load in the right window.

Is this useful? Yes!

You can now browse your favorite website and visit links without losing the main page. No need to use the Back button or open-and-close tabs all the time. This makes browsing websites like Reddit or Wikipedia a thing of pure joy.

Give it a try and let me know what you think!

*** now with multi-monitor support! ***

New in v0.8:

  • multi-monitor support
  • more awesome all-round

New in v0.7:

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User reviews
User reviews summary
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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Saves time and frustration
  • Great for multitasking
  • Useful for research and work tasks
Cons
  • Does not work well with multiple monitors
  • Requires frequent resetting
  • Some settings may need manual adjustment
Most mentioned
  • Love the extension
  • Does not work well with multiple monitors
  • Requires frequent resetting
Recent reviews
Wow, once I understood how to use the Ctrl and Shift keys to control where the link would open, I fell in love with this extension. Saves me so much time and frustration not having to constantly drag tabs around and rearrange windows. I can concentrate on my work instead. I can't even think of an improvement I would want! Even opens the NiftySplit window on my second monitor where I want it.
by A Google user, 2014-04-19

Great idea! Kudos to you and many thanks.
by A Google user, 2013-09-08

Wow, once I understood how to use the Ctrl and Shift keys to control where the link would open, I fell in love with this extension. Saves me so much time and frustration not having to constantly drag tabs around and rearrange windows. I can concentrate on my work instead. I can't even think of an improvement I would want! Even opens the NiftySplit window on my second monitor where I want it.
by A Google user, 2014-04-19
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Safety
Risk impact

NiftySplit is relatively safe to use as it requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

NiftySplit has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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