Close Extra New Tabs

A Chrome extension to keep only one new open at all times, closing extra ones.
What is Close Extra New Tabs?
Close Extra New Tabs is a Chrome extension that automatically closes any extra new tab pages that are open, ensuring that only one new tab is open at a time. It is a simple yet effective tool to declutter your browsing experience and maintain a cleaner tab management. The extension is open-source and can be found on Github.

Extension stats

Users: 46 ▲ 2
Rating: 5.00 (1)
Version: 3.0 (Last updated: 2023-12-19)
Creation date: 2017-05-07
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • tabs
Size: 7.10K

Other platforms

Not available on Firefox
Not available on Edge
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Extension summary

This extension will close extra New Tab pages that are open whenever you open or close another tab. It will ignore the currently focused tab.


Icons by Linh Pham Thi Dieu http://linhpham.me/

Project released open-source, Github project available: https://github.com/theborg3of5/CloseExtraNewTabs


Please note that this was made for personal use, so replies and fixes may be delayed.


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Extension safety

Risk impact

Close Extra New Tabs requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Close Extra New Tabs has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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