Old New Tab

Replaces the new tab page in an attempt to replicate the old new tab page.

Old New Tab - Restoring The Familiar Look for Your Browser

"Old New Tab" is a Chrome extension that lets you restore the look of your new tab page. It uses open-source software to create a design that mimics the former new tab page. Though many elements appear as they did before, this extension also includes additional features like a bookmarks bar. The extension leverages necessary permissions for improved functionality, striking a balance between the innovative and the familiar.

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By: Keith Richards

Users: 1,000+

Rating: 4.06

(17)

Version: 0.1.2 (Last updated: 2014-03-15)

Creation date: 2014-03-14

Permissions:

storage
topSites
management
bookmarks
chrome://favicon/

Size: 1.51M

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 24,795 ▲ 6,061

Other rankings

#24140 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 846

#76 in future keyword 10 ▲ 1

#84 in modify keyword 37 ▲ 2

#116 in new tab keyword 49 ▼ 24

#151 in new tabs keyword 48 ▼ 14

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Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

User reviews

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Pros

Works well and fulfills expectations
Simple and easy to use
Nostalgic design reminiscent of older browsers
Functional for basic requirements

Cons

Does not show apps in the apps tab
Some users report that it doesn't work at all
Lacks high-resolution icons
No bookmark bar option

Most mentioned

It doesn't work for some users
It is simple and fulfills basic needs
Desire for improved icon resolution
Request for bookmark bar feature

User reviews

Намного лучше стоковой

сникерса 228, 2024-06-28

it works. its so cool to have it

Armando Rivera, 2024-06-06

When but

David Esteban, 2024-06-03

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Old New Tab requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Old New Tab. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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