New Tab Redirect to Apps - Axlg

Simple extension that will bring you back the classic Apps-Based New tab page!

New Tab Redirect to Apps - Axlg, Classic Apps-Based New Tab

'New Tab Redirect to Apps - Axlg' is a Chrome extension that restores the classic Apps-based view when opening a new tab. It offers a safer experience by requiring only one permission, which is for redirecting to chrome://apps. Updated to version 2 and optimized for efficiency.

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Extension stats

By: https://axl-g.com

Users: 541

-16

Rating: 4.73

(41)

1 new ratings

Version: 2 (Last updated: 2016-10-07)

Creation date: 2016-10-05

Permissions:

tabs

Size: 7.88K

Email: ax*****@gmail.com

URLs: Website

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 37,784 ▼ 675

Other rankings

#13183 in Workflow & Planning ▲ 189 #58 in apps keyword 18 ▲ 22 #72 in redirect keyword 23 ▲ 30

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

User reviews

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Pros

Works as intended for quick access to apps
User-friendly and straightforward setup
Lightweight with minimal permissions required
Offers a nostalgic classic Chrome experience
Smooth and fast redirect process

Cons

Some users report slow redirection times
Occasional issues with compatibility with other extensions
Not officially supported by Google anymore

Most mentioned

Redirects new tabs to apps page
Simplicity and effectiveness of the extension
Works without too many permissions

User reviews

This extension is so helpful and Google is saying it's not supported anymore! For now it seems to be working but I hope it can stick around longer!

Lauren Chaikin, 2025-03-04

A bit slow to redirect which is a little annoying but it works!

Edward Longman, 2019-09-17

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whole product, 2018-05-06

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Extension safety

Risk impact

New Tab Redirect to Apps - Axlg requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

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