New Tab, New Window

Open every new tab in a new window.
What is New Tab, New Window?
'New Tab, New Window' is a Chrome extension that modifies your web browsing experience. Rather than opening new tabs in the same window, this extension ensures every new tab opens in a distinct window. It's an innovative solution for anyone who prefers to avoid tabbed browsing. New features such as 'Maximize' option have been introduced in recent versions, making this tool more user-friendly. Supports English, Japanese, Italian, Norwegian, Spanish and open for translations in other languages.

Extension stats

Rating: 3.91 (131)
Version: 3.4 (Last updated: 2022-04-04)
Creation date: 2017-08-10
Risk impact: Very low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • storage
Size: 24.32K

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Extension summary

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It's not perfect, but it's the best approach for disabling tabbed browsing.

When you open a new tab, that tab will automatically move into a new window.

New in Version 3.4

  • Migrate to Manifest V3 (No feature change)

New in Version 3.3

  • Add "Maximize" option

Help Wanted: Translators for languages other than English, Japanese, Italian, Norwegian, Spanish. Please contact to me [email protected]

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Works flawlessly and effectively meets user needs for opening new windows instead of tabs.
  • Users appreciate the ability to open specific URLs in maximized new windows.
  • Highly regarded for improving navigation between open windows on large displays.
  • User-friendly for those who dislike tabs and prefer a clear view of all open windows.
Cons
  • No option to toggle the extension on or off easily without going to Chrome settings.
  • Right-clicking to open links in new tabs still opens them in new windows, causing frustration.
  • Some users report the extension ceases to function after certain updates or system restarts.
Most mentioned
  • Works perfectly and has been a long-term essential for many users.
  • Desire for more customization options in managing which links open in new windows versus tabs.
  • Preference for the extension's functionality over traditional tabbed browsing.
Recent reviews
by Pavel Os, 2024-09-29

Works flawlessly
by Tiger III, 2024-09-19

awesomme! love it! ...have been looking for this feature for ages :) ....google should have added it as standard option imo
by dan Bdan, 2024-09-19
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Extension safety

Risk impact

New Tab, New Window does not require any sensitive permissions.

Risk likelihood

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