Unload Tab

Unload Tab

Allows you to quickly unload (discard) tab in current window.

Unload Tab
What is Unload Tab?
'Unload Tab' is a Chrome extension designed for superior tab management. By showing all the tabs in your current window and letting you click to discard them quickly or even unload multiple pages with one click, you can reduce your memory footprint and boost browser speed. Additional features include bulk unloading of tabs to the left, right, or all in a window or across multiple windows. This non-invasive extension by an independent developer helps optimize your browsing experience.
Stats
Users: 1,000+
Rating: 4.60 (15)
Version: 2.1 (Last updated: 2023-08-25)
Creation date: 2020-08-13
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • tabs
Size: 21.17K
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Summary

Unload Tab shows you list of tabs opened in the current window - click any of them to unload it (discard it). To unload multiple pages, use Right Mouse Click. To close multiple pages, use Middle Mouse Click.

Use top bar actions to:

  • unload left tabs
  • unload right tabs
  • unload all tabs in current window
  • unload all tabs in all windows

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User reviews
User reviews summary
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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
  • Allows users to keep tabs open while reducing memory usage
  • Simple and lightweight addon
  • Works exactly as advertised
Cons
  • Some users have experienced issues with the extension menu
  • Cannot select and release multiple tabs at once
  • Lacks a one-click button to unload all tabs except the current one
Most mentioned
  • Works as advertised
  • Reduces memory usage
  • Lacks a one-click button to unload all tabs except the current one
Recent reviews
Just what I needed :)

Awsome finally i got a way to keep my tabs open and sleeping at the same time not opened and running. i was literally getting mad as i could not find a single way to sleep all tabs from ram while keeping my tabs opened. thanks a lot for developing such an extension.

add an option to add a hotkey
by Cristofer Cristofer, 2024-03-21
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Safety
Risk impact

Unload Tab may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this extension. Review carefully before installing.

Risk likelihood

Unload Tab has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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