Auto-switches to a preset tab or cycle through tabs after the user becomes inactive.
What is IdleSwitcher?
IdleSwitcher is a Chrome extension that allows users to auto-switch to a preset tab or cycle through tabs when they become inactive. It provides the option to select a specific tab or set a timeout for tab cycling. With IdleSwitcher, users can optimize their browsing experience by easily managing their tabs based on their activity level.
Extension stats
Rating: 5.00
(1)
Creation date: 2016-08-31
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
Size: 31.64K
URLs: Website
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Extension summary
Version 1.2.0:
- Added option to cycle through tabs with the given timeout instead of switching to a specified tab
- Fix issue where selected tab is closed before becoming idle
Version 1.1.0:
- Added ability to select which tab becomes active after user becomes idle
- Tab switching now also occurs when computer becomes locked
Version 1.0.0:
- Created Extension
- Timeout for idle is set in minutes
- When idle, active tab is updated to first tab
- Will add functionality later to change this to custom tab
User reviews
it will be better than TabCarousel
Extension safety
Risk impact
IdleSwitcher requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
IdleSwitcher has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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