Show Apps in new tab
This extension shows the apps overview when opening a new tab in Chrome.
What is Show Apps in new tab?
'Show Apps in new tab' is a handy Chrome extension that reinstates the display of the app overview previously removed on Chrome version 29. When you open a new tab, you are presented with an overview of your apps. This extension also automatically selects URL, a highly requested feature by users. Compatible with Chrome version 84 and above.
Extension stats
Users: 50,000+ 
Rating: 3.88
(671)
Creation date: 2015-01-07
Manifest version: 3
Overrides new tab: Yes
Permissions:
- tabs
Size: 28.96K
Email: bw*****@gmail.com
URLs: Website
Ranking
# 3392 ▲ 1
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Extension summary
Make sure to use Chrome version 84+ with this extension, otherwise the automatic selection of the locationbar text doesn't work.
Since Google updated Chrome to version 29, the App overview is no longer shown, when opening a new tab. This extension restores that behaviour to the way it was.
Tip: the keyboard shortcut CTRL+L (Windows/Linux) or CMD+L (macOS) highlights the URL.
v.3.0.0
- Upgraded to manifest V3. The rest of the extension code is exactly the same as version 2.1.0. Please bear in mind that the display of the apps is handled by internal Chrome code. This means that this extension has no influence over how that looks.
- Fixed a bug so that the address bar is highlighted again
v.2.1.0 This is the same as v.1.1.0, back by popular demand
v.2.0.0 Removed for now
See moreUser reviews
These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews.
Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate,
spammy, or outdated. Pros
- Allows users to view all apps in one place when opening a new tab
- Simple and straightforward functionality
- Many users appreciate the extension for its intended purpose
Cons
- Extension is currently broken due to recent Chrome updates
- Has issues with performance, using excessive laptop power
- User interface and design have been criticized as worse after updates
- Some users experience ad injections and other unwanted behavior
Most mentioned
- Extension does not work or is broken
- Performance issues and high power usage
- Negative sentiment about changes in design
- Users appreciate seeing all apps easily accessible
Recent reviews
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by 
m waseem ail, 2023-07-04
m waseem ail, 2023-07-04Used to be great, but the new design is MUCH worse
by 
Otto Meyer zu Schwabedissen, 2023-06-23
Otto Meyer zu Schwabedissen, 2023-06-23Installed this on many of my computers
by 
Olga H, 2023-05-03
Olga H, 2023-05-03Extension safety
Risk impact
Show Apps in new tab requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Show Apps in new tab has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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