Closes all tabs except the current one with Option+W

Latest Version

Version
1.0.1
Update
February 7, 2025
Size
9.07KiB
Developer
Category
Users
2
Rating
0 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Minimalist Tab Closer Extension

Title: Tab Closer - Close Other Tabs Instantly

Short Description:
A lightweight extension that lets you close all tabs except the current one with a simple keyboard shortcut (Option+W / Alt+W).

Detailed Description:
Tab Closer is a simple yet powerful productivity tool that helps you declutter your browser window instantly. With just a single keyboard shortcut, you can close all other tabs while keeping your current tab active.

Key Features:
• Close all other tabs with Option+W (Mac) or Alt+W (Windows/Linux)
• Keeps your current tab active
• Works in any Chrome window
• Zero configuration needed
• No data collection
• Lightweight and fast

Perfect for:
• Reducing browser clutter
• Focusing on one task
• Quick cleanup after research sessions
• Managing browser memory usage

How to use:
1. Install the extension
2. Press Option+W (Mac) or Alt+W (Windows/Linux) whenever you want to close other tabs
3. That's it! Your current tab will remain open while others close

Custom configuration (Optional)
You could go to chrome://extensions/shortcuts
in your Chrome browser and adjust the shortcut settings. This allows you to change the key combination used for closing tabs.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Minimalist Tab Closer", "version": "1.0.1", "description": "Closes all tabs except the current one with Option+W", "permissions": [], "background": { "service_worker": "background.js" }, "commands": { "close-other-tabs": { "suggested_key": { "default": "Alt+W", "mac": "Alt+W" }, "description": "Close all tabs except current" } }, "icons": { "16": "icon16.png", "32": "icon32.png", "48": "icon48.png", "128": "icon128.png" }} "
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