Empty New Tab Page
With this extension, new tabs display a blank page instead of the usual new tab page with thumbnails.
Empty New Tab Page - Simple & Minimal
"Empty New Tab Page" is a Chrome extension designed for users who prefer a minimalist browsing experience. It replaces the default new tab interface with a completely blank page, eliminating distractions from recently visited sites. Version 1.2.0 introduces dark mode support, enhancing usability, while updates to version 1.3.0 ensure compliance with Chrome's manifest_version 3 without affecting the core functionality. This extension is perfect for those seeking simplicity over complexity.
Extension stats
Risk impact: Low risk impact 
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Overrides new tab: Yes
Size: 11.31K
Email: th*****@chromium.org
Ranking
# 1,927
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Extension summary
For those who don't want to worry which recently visited pages show up on the new tab page, who prefer plain over noisy, simple over complex.
Version 1.2.0 adds dark mode support.
Version 1.3.0's only change is to use manifest_version 3. For this extension, this does not affect behavior at all. The change is required to keep the extension listed in Chrome Web Store.
User reviews
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spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Helps the computer run faster by eliminating laggy new tab pages.
- Provides a clean and simple empty new tab experience.
- Works well across different browsers, including Microsoft Edge.
- Users appreciate the functionality for a more zen experience.
Cons
- Issues with dark mode not displaying correctly.
- Problems with Chrome losing all open tabs after restarting.
- Visible address bar showing the extension's URL could be distracting.
Most mentioned
- Performance issues related to laggy new tab pages.
- Dark mode not functioning as intended.
- Loss of open tabs after a restart.
User reviews
can't live without this one! love it!
by 
Erika T., 2024-11-28
Erika T., 2024-11-28Can access my payment handlers
by 
MansıV Rahman, 2024-10-04
MansıV Rahman, 2024-10-04This addon does work, BUT, the new blank tab does not display the proper icon in the upper left corner, instead a plain black square displays.
by 
DOHC6, 2024-09-16
DOHC6, 2024-09-16Extension safety
Risk impact
Empty New Tab Page requires very minimum permissions.
Risk likelihood
Empty New Tab Page has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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