XKCD New Tab
Every new tab is an XKCD comic!
What is XKCD New Tab?
XKCD New Tab is a Chrome extension that replaces your new tab page with a random XKCD comic. It provides the title, comic, and hovertext for easy viewing and enjoyment. All comics are sourced from http://xkcd.com/.
Extension stats
By: quiche19
Rating: 4.00
(1)
Creation date: 2019-08-06
Manifest version: 2
Overrides new tab: Yes
Permissions:
- https://xkcd.com/*
Size: 3.97K
Email: an*****@gmail.com
Other platforms
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Not available on Edge
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Extension summary
Override the new tab page with an XKCD comic.
Displays the a random XKCD comic on the new tab page instead of the original content provided by Chrome.
Contains the title, comic, and hovertext written plainly for easy viewing and enjoyment.
All comics are sourced from http://xkcd.com/
User reviews
Great extension but I would like to be able to still select my bookmarked
pages
by 
Olumayowa Olowomeye, 2019-08-10
Olumayowa Olowomeye, 2019-08-10Extension safety
Risk impact
XKCD New Tab requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
XKCD New Tab has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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