This extension shows the apps overview when opening a new tab in Chrome.

Latest Version

Version
3.0.0
Update
November 6, 2023
Size
28.28KiB
Developer
bjorn.wikkeling.com
Category
Users
50,000+
Rating
3.8806 ★
Manifest Version
3
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Tabs
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Show Apps in new tab Extension

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

v.1.1.0
Now automagically selects the URL, as many of you have requested.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx", "manifest_version": 3, "name": "__MSG_extensionName__", "short_name": "__MSG_extensionShortName__", "version": "3.0.0", "description": "__MSG_extensionDescription__", "default_locale": "en", "permissions": [ "tabs" ], "chrome_url_overrides": { "newtab": "content/index.html" }, "icons": { "16": "icons/icon-16.png", "32": "icons/icon-32.png", "64": "icons/icon-64.png", "128": "icons/icon-128.png" }, "key": "MIGfMA0GCSqGSIb3DQEBAQUAA4GNADCBiQKBgQCEibJXUv2hXFCS9cyVE2Obb+vsO5l7ASgcpJfoQCzbmBQS6dO5SsnzZf6EyJL0x8Hqv2dmQoMMlTQNXPCCiGkj9+T+9cb/JRIAwo6RE5pJ+vF6N7obnFU2/CuDCy030+8rH8D8UkxAun2XL/XAhiCoGkZxmzROQbyHq57fmgejhwIDAQAB"}
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How to download and manually install Show Apps in new tab extension for Chrome

Looking for a way to install Show Apps in new tab 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 Show Apps in new tab extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Show Apps in new tab extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.

Method 1: Download Show Apps in new tab extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Show Apps in new tab 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 Show Apps in new tab Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

Look for the Show Apps in new tab extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Show Apps in new tab extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Show Apps in new tab 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 Show Apps in new tab 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 Show Apps in new tab extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode

This is another method to install Show Apps in new tab 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 Show Apps in new tab extension file

Select and download the Show Apps in new tab 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 Show Apps in new tab 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 Show Apps in new tab 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 Show Apps in new tab 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 Show Apps in new tab extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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Whitepaw Rolls (ID: 000000a28a128017) Voted 1 ★ - Updated 08/18/2023 For a long time this was the best solution to chrome removing the apps tab, as of version Version 116.0.5845.97 (Official Build) 8/18/2023 this app is totally broken as chrome removed the flag that allowed it to keep functioning. Seems the creator has abandoned the app as well.

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m waseem ail (ID: 00000078f4ad7fd2) Voted 3 ★ - Updated 07/04/2023 amwaseem28gmail.com

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Otto Meyer zu Schwabedissen (ID: 00000008ef267876) Voted 2 ★ - Updated 06/23/2023 Used to be great, but the new design is MUCH worse

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Olga H (ID: 000000718a7f99d5) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 05/03/2023 Installed this on many of my computers

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Ruth Idzik (ID: 000000b8ff30d502) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 11/03/2022 I am a HUGE fan of this app. I absolutely love seeing all my apps in one place when I open a new tab. Thank you!