Right Click Opens Link in a Background Tab

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

Open Links in Background with Right Click - Chrome Extension

"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.

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Extension stats

By: Etheryte

Users: 2,000+

1,000

Rating: 4.18

(17)

Version: 1.2 (Last updated: 2024-01-05)

Creation date: 2023-01-04

Permissions:

tabs

Size: 25.61K

Email: up*****@icloud.com

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 20,216 ▲ 4,518

Other rankings

#629 in Functionality & UI ▲ 4 #28 in right click keyword 23 #154 in background keyword 26 ▲ 7 #193 in mouse keyword 15 ▼ 4

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

User reviews

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Pros

Works well in multiple browsers including Brave, Vivaldi, and Edge.
Intuitive functionality that simplifies opening links in new tabs.
Saves time for users by reducing the number of clicks required to open links.

Cons

Sometimes does not respond, especially on initial load or with certain iframe links.
Does not open links in the background tab as expected; focus shifts to the new tab instead.
Lacks an option to quickly toggle or disable the extension as needed.

Most mentioned

The extension does not consistently open links in the background tab.
Users desire more options for functionality, such as keyboard shortcuts to temporarily disable the extension.
The extension is praised for saving time and being easy to use.

User reviews

it's work!

Denis Sharov, 2025-03-09

Works very well in Brave Browser. "Right Click Opens Link in a Background Tab" extension is very intuitive. While the "Left Click" opens a link in the same tab, the "Right Click" opens the link in a new tab. All browser systems should be designed this way in the first place. If I need to see the "context list" of the link, I just hold the "SHIFT" key while right clicking the link.

Wade, 2025-02-14

反応しない事が割とある（読み込みすぐなど。一度右クリックすると、反応しだしたりする） iframeでは反応しないっぽい。 manifest3非対応のRight Click Opens Link New Tab Correct Orderから乗り換え。 Right Click Opens Link New Tabが対応してるっぽいけど、こっちより少し反応悪いので様子見。

Yamada Taro, 2024-09-15

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Right Click Opens Link in a Background Tab requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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