# NiftySplit (Port)

> Splits the screen and loads all links in the second window

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/niftysplit-port](https://chrome-stats.com/d/niftysplit-port)

## Overview

- **ID:** `niftysplit-port`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** THFYM
- **Category:** appearance,tabs
- **Daily users:** 83
- **Rating:** 3.50 / 5 (6 ratings)
- **Version:** 0.8.2
- **Last updated:** 2020-05-21
- **First published:** 2020-05-21
- **Size:** 29 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-07
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/niftysplit-port/)

## Description

## NiftySplit (Port) - Enhanced Split Screen Browsing

NiftySplit (Port) is a powerful browser extension that splits your screen into two windows, allowing any link clicked on the left window to open in the right window. Originally a popular Chrome extension, this port supports Mozilla Firefox and includes features like multi-monitor support for an optimized browsing experience.

By keeping your main page visible while navigating through links, NiftySplit eliminates the need for endless tab switching or using the back button. Ideal for browsing sites like Reddit or Wikipedia, it improves your workflow and productivity. Additional customization options include window positioning, incognito support, and customizable behaviors on window maximize. Experience seamless, efficient multitasking with NiftySplit (Port).

## Rankings

- #12,705 — Overall
- #62 — lift
- #138 — sport
- #208 — loading

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `contextMenus`
- `tabs`

### Content script matches

- `*`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** High risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Low risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
- This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/niftysplit-port)