Tab Shelf - Side panel vertical tabs

Vertical tab management from your side panel with support for tab groups, multiple windows, and much more.
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Tab Shelf - Vertical Tab Manager for Chrome

Tab Shelf - Side panel vertical tabs is a versatile Chrome extension designed for efficient tab management. It allows users to view and organize tabs in a colorful, customizable vertical layout from the side panel, enhancing productivity and navigation. Features include automatic tab grouping, memory-saving options, seamless syncing across devices, and user-friendly themes. With support for multiple languages and an emphasis on privacy, Tab Shelf transforms how you manage and interact with your browser tabs.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 5,000+
Rating: 4.32
(44)
0.06
Version: 2024.5.0 (Last updated: 2024-11-27)
Creation date: 2023-06-13
Permissions:
  • storage
  • tabs
  • tabGroups
  • sidePanel
  • favicon
  • commands
  • bookmarks
Size: 3.76M
Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 13,673 ▲ 28
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Other platforms

Not available on Android
Not available on Firefox
Tab Shelf - Side panel vertical tabs (v2024.5.0)
557 5.00 (3)

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Effective for managing multiple tabs
  • Improves productivity for users with a lot of tabs
  • Allows for selection of multiple tabs for bulk actions
  • Users appreciate the vertical tab layout over horizontal
  • Frequent updates that enhance functionality
Cons
  • Lack of a feature to pop out the tab manager into a separate window
  • Sleep function could be improved, particularly in how it remembers inactive tabs
  • Permissions required in the latest update were seen as excessive
  • Issues with tab groups and how they are displayed
  • Some users experienced functionality problems such as the extension not working
Most mentioned
  • Desire for a separate window pop-out feature
  • Requests for enhancements to the sleep function
  • Need for improvements in tab grouping and management
  • Concerns about excessive permissions in app updates
  • General praise for the vertical tab functionality
User reviews
🙅👎🙅‍♀️👎🙅‍♂️ DOES NOT WORK IN YANDEX BROWSER! CLICKING EXTENSION ICON DOES NOTHING! PLEASE FIX! THANK YOU! 😊🌟😊🌟😊🌟😊🌟
by bloodys spammers, 2025-03-06
[Modified: Chrome update fixed the issue] I have > 200 tabs, > 20 synced groups opened. When I try to move tab in > 15th group this tab doesn't move! Disappointed
by Dmitry Komarov, 2025-03-05
For a tab hoarder like myself, this extension is amazing!
by Lyman Wilson, 2025-02-26
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Tab Shelf - Side panel vertical tabs requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

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