Side|Side

Load sites—side by side

Side|Side: A Unique Chrome Extension For Side By Side Browsing

'Side|Side' is a Chrome extension that upgrades browsing experience by loading websites side by side through a simple click or key combination. It further allows the user to manage the orientation, positions of the panes or even add more panes. However, it's essential to understand that it relies heavily on iFrames and not all websites support loading via iFrame.

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By: https://kenfrederick.de

Users: 1,000+

Rating: 4.29

(17)

Version: 0.6.17 (Last updated: 2022-01-24)

Creation date: 2018-07-14

Permissions:

tabs
contextMenus
webRequest
webRequestBlocking
*://*/*

Size: 82.89K

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URLs: Website

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 23,830 ▲

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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

Allows for side-by-side browsing within a single tab without opening a new window.
Works well for left/right functionality in splitting tabs.
Provides a unique solution similar to dedicated browsers, making it easier to compare or work with multiple pages at once.
Users appreciated the extension for its simplicity and effectiveness in enhancing productivity.

Cons

Top/bottom split functionality is frequently reported as not working, consistently opening tabs side by side instead.
The address bar overlaps with the content, making it difficult to click on links located at the top of websites.
Does not integrate well with other browser extensions like ad blockers or dark mode.
Users have reported performance issues and jankiness, particularly with clicking elements on some websites.

Most mentioned

The top/bottom split function is not working as intended.
The address bar obstructs clickable elements on the upper part of web pages.
Integration issues with other browser extensions and features.

User reviews

I got the similar issue with everyone else, thus the address bar is blocking the top area that i cannot click on anything at the area.

Duc Truong, 2023-11-01

This is exact what I have been looking for. I love it, but here are some feed back for you. Chrome Version 118.0.5993.118 (Official Build) (64-bit). Windows 11 Pro Left/right work fantastic. "Open with top/bottom split" doesn't work, It open as left/right. Could you also make it to multiple screen. - 2x2 (4 Screen) - 1 top 2 bottoms - 2 tops 1 bottoms - 1 left 2 rights - 2 lefts 1 right

Ken Ginne, 2023-11-01

Amazing -- I've tried so many extensions but this is the ONLY one that gave me 2 working columns within the same tab! Great thanks dev! Please maintain and update this awesome extension 💛 PS: Top/ bottom function is not work yet. Hope it will be made to work soon 🙏

Asaph Cheng Yao, 2023-10-28

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Side|Side requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. 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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