BazQux Reader: open links in background tab

BazQux Reader: open links in background tab

Enables the 'b' keyboard shortcut to open links in the background tab in BazQux Reader

What is BazQux Reader: open links in background tab?
BazQux Reader: Open Links in Background Tab is a Chrome extension that allows for opening links in background tabs in BazQux Reader using the 'b' keyboard shortcut. Chrome's restrictions on opening links necessitate the use of this extension to enhance the browsing experience.
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Stats
Users: 186 ▼ -18
Rating: 5.00 (4)
Version: 1.0.10 (Last updated: 2021-12-04)
Creation date: 2018-12-12
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Size: 6.63K
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Summary

Chrome no longer allows websites to open links in background tabs. Websites could only open links in a new tab with an immediate focus switch (and a popup blocker could block even that). So this extension is necessary for BazQux Reader to open the current article link in the background tab when you press the 'b' key.

Safety
Risk impact

BazQux Reader: open links in background tab is safe to use. It does not request any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

BazQux Reader: open links in background tab has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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