Add any website URL to open automatically when you open a new tab in Chrome.

Latest Version

Version
1.1.1
Update
June 8, 2024
Size
49.84KiB
Developer
justincarver.com
Category
Users
3
Rating
1 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English (United States)
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Permissions
Storage
ContextMenus
Tabs
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Custom New Tab Page Extension

Customize your browsing experience with this New Tab Page overrider extension! This simple yet powerful tool lets you set any URL as your new tab page, offering a personalized and creative way to start your web sessions. Whether you want quick access to your favorite work resources or a personal touch with your go-to websites, this extension has you covered.

✅ Key Features:

🔵 Personalized Browsing: Set any URL as your new tab page, making your browser feel uniquely yours.
🔵 Easy Setup: Enter your preferred URL in a clean, user-friendly interface and save it with a single click.

✅ Why Choose Custom New Tab Page?

🔵 Boost Productivity: Quickly access your most-used work tools and resources right from your new tab.
🔵 Enhance Creativity: Customize your browsing environment to reflect your personality and preferences.

This extension is perfect for professionals who need to streamline their workflow, students who want quick access to educational resources, and anyone who values a personalized online experience. With Custom New Tab Page, you take control of your browser’s start page, turning every new tab into a gateway to your favorite online destinations.

This extension is FREE.

** Recommended **
After installation, PIN this to your Chrome taskbar, otherwise a blank page will be the default new tab page.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "Custom New Tab Page", "author": "Justin Carver", "version": "1.1.1", "description": "Add any website URL to open automatically when you open a new tab in Chrome.", "icons": { "128": "images/128x128.png" }, "permissions": ["storage", "contextMenus", "tabs"], "chrome_url_overrides": { "newtab": "newtab.html" }, "action": { "default_popup": "popup.html" }, "background": { "service_worker": "js/background.js" }}
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How to download and manually install Custom New Tab Page extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Custom New Tab Page extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.

However, you may need to install Custom New Tab Page extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Custom New Tab Page extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Custom New Tab Page extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Custom New Tab Page extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.

Step 1: Download the Custom New Tab Page Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Custom New Tab Page extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Custom New Tab Page extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Custom New Tab Page extension that contains all the data.

Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files

Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.

Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page

Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.

Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension

Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Custom New Tab Page extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.

Step 5: Complete the Installation

Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.

Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.

Method 2: Download Custom New Tab Page extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Custom New Tab Page extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.

Step 1: Download the Custom New Tab Page extension file

Select and download the Custom New Tab Page extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.

Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents

Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Custom New Tab Page extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Custom New Tab Page extension running.

Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page

In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode

After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.

Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension

Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."

Step 6: Select the Extension Folder

Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Custom New Tab Page extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.

Step 7: Confirm and Install

After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.

Conclusion

Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Custom New Tab Page extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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