Cycle through your most recently used tabs (MRU) like Alt+Tab, but, with the shortcut keys Ctrl+Q or Ctrl+`(~) or assign your own!
Recent Tabs - Switch Between Your Browser Tabs Quickly
Recent Tabs is a Chrome extension designed to enhance user efficiency by providing a shortcut to quickly alternate between the most recently used tabs. Just like the Alt+Tab function in Windows, Recent Tabs uses the Ctrl+Tab, Ctrl+Q, or Ctrl+` keys, or any custom shortcut key of your choice. Now, browser tab navigation is just as easy as switching windows on your PC.
Extension stats
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
Host permissions:
Size: 38.22K
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Extension summary
Just like using Alt+Tab for Windows except now for your browser tabs. Use Ctrl+Tab or Ctrl+Q or Ctrl+`(~) or assign your own shortcut key for swapping back and forth between your last viewed tabs.
User reviews
Pros
- Effective at managing multiple tabs
- Reduces cognitive load when switching tabs
- Simplicity and ease of use
- Responsive developer support
- Ideal for developers with specific usage requirements
Cons
- Intermittent functionality and reliability
- Keyboard shortcuts often do not work as intended
- Limited support for certain websites (e.g., bing.com, Google Sheets)
- Issues with specific platforms like Ubuntu
- Permissions requirements can be confusing
Most mentioned
- Intermittent working status
- Keybindings not functioning correctly
- Developer responsiveness and support
- Does not work on specific websites/platforms
- Permissions needed for usage
User reviews
super cool!
It works!
However, it is really hard to make CTRL+TAB to work. Take a look at Jasons Blog
I luv it, solved the cycling around 1000 tabs problem.
Extension safety
Risk impact
Recent Tabs requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
Recent Tabs has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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