Right Click Opens Link in a Background Tab

Right Click Opens Link in a Background Tab

Right clicking a link opens the link in a new background tab.

What is Right Click Opens Link in a Background Tab?
"Right Click Opens Link in a Background Tab" is a Chrome extension that enhances web browsing by allowing users to open links in new background tabs using the right-click context menu option. This function mimics the middle-click or Cmd+Click actions, providing a more intuitive and efficient way to manage web navigation, especially for users who rely on trackpads. The extension respects user privacy with no data tracking and requires limited permissions to operate.
Merlin
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By: Etheryte
Users: 1,000+
Rating: 4.33 (12)
Version: 1.2 (Last updated: 2024-01-05)
Creation date: 2023-01-04
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • tabs
Size: 25.61K
URLs: Website
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Merlin
Summary

This extension makes right clicking on links open the link in a new background tab. In short, the same behavior as middle mouse click or Cmd + Click on a link, but for the right mouse button. This makes opening links in new tabs a breeze on modern trackpads, where gestures already allow you to do most navigation operations without ever needing your keyboard.

This extension requires the following permissions:

  • Access to your tabs. This is required to add new tabs in the correct order.
  • Access to all pages. This is required to listen for right clicks on links.

This extension does not gather any sort of analytics, tracking, or other such information.

User reviews
User reviews summary
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Pros
  • Works perfectly with Vivaldi
  • Saves time
  • Functions well
Cons
  • Lack of options for additional key press
  • Does not open tab in background without context menu
Most mentioned
  • Works perfectly with Vivaldi
  • Saves time
  • Lack of options for additional key press
Recent reviews
Very Usefull
by Yann SOUDY Yann SOUDY, 2024-05-03

génial, works perfect with vivaldi
by v s v s, 2024-04-20

Does exactly what is promises to do. Great extension, thanks!
by Ali Shafai Ali Shafai, 2024-04-19
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Safety
Risk impact

Right Click Opens Link in a Background 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

Right Click Opens Link in a Background Tab is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

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