Limit the number of open tabs – in total and per window

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Version
0.4.0
Update
December 23, 2020
Size
159KiB
Developer
Category
Users
20,000+
Rating
4.54545 ★
Manifest Version
2
Web Store Status
Languages Support
English
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Permissions
Storage
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Tab Limiter Extension

Tab limiter helps you get back control over your browsing – by limiting the number of tabs you can open at once.
You can specify the number of tabs in total and per window. Moreover, you can show a customizable message when the tab limit is hit.
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Source Manifest.json

{"update_url": "https://clients2.google.com/service/update2/crx","name": "Tab Limiter","description": "Limit the number of open tabs \u2013 in total and per window","version": "0.4.0","author": "Matthias Vogt","homepage_url": "https://github.com/matthias-vogt/tab-limiter","icons": {"48": "icons/48.png","128": "icons/128.png"},"browser_action": {"default_icon": {"48": "icons/48.png","128": "icons/128.png"},"default_popup": "options.html","default_title": "Tab Limiter"},"options_page": "options.html","background": {"scripts": ["background.js"]},"permissions": ["storage"],"manifest_version": 2}
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How to download and manually install Tab Limiter extension for Chrome

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

Method 1: Download Tab Limiter extension and manually install through Drag &Drop

If you ever need to manually install a Tab Limiter 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 Tab Limiter Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.

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

This is another method to install Tab Limiter 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 Tab Limiter extension file

Select and download the Tab Limiter 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 Tab Limiter 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 Tab Limiter 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 Tab Limiter 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 Tab Limiter extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.

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User reviews

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CB (ID: 0000007894bdd291) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 08/27/2023 Used to work well but now seems intermittently non functional with Windows 11.

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Léo Davesne (ID: 0000001b8193da01) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 08/13/2023 The most useful extension ever, thank you!!

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Sharif I. (ID: 0000004be02a2711) Voted 4 ★ - Updated 06/01/2023 Tab Limiter is a fantastic browser extension that helps you take control of your browsing habits and stay focused on what's important. With the ability to limit the number of open tabs - both in total and per window - this extension helps you avoid the overwhelming feeling that comes with having too many tabs open at once. One of the standout features of Tab Limiter is its customizable message that appears when you hit your tab limit. You can personalize the message to remind yourself to stay focused or take a break from browsing altogether, which can be instrumental in boosting productivity and reducing stress. While it's unfortunate that Tab Limiter is currently only available on the Chrome browser, I'm confident that the developers will continue to expand its availability to other browsers in the future like Firefox browser as well. In the meantime, Chrome users can take full advantage of this extension and enjoy a more efficient and streamlined browsing experience.

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Mukesh Dak (ID: 0000000f01c8908d) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 01/11/2023 Excellent extention

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Umang Rohani (ID: 0000007f8835f9c8) Voted 5 ★ - Updated 09/18/2022 thank you for helping me focus. god bless you!