Open link in same tab, pop-up as tab

Forces Edge to open new tabs instead of pop-up windows and/or links in the same tab by default instead of new or background tab.

What is Open link in same tab, pop-up as tab?

The Edge add-on 'Open link in same tab, pop-up as tab' is a productivity tool designed to optimize your browsing experience. It works by overriding default settings to open links in the same tab, eliminating the need for multiple background tabs. It also turns pop-up windows into more manageable tabs. Note: if this extension stops working, consider disabling Efficiency Mode in the Edge settings.

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By: sergiy.net

View on Edge Add-on Store

Users: 38,870 ▲ 1.58K

Rating: 4.40 (64)

Version: 2.3.1 (Last updated: 2023-06-30)

Creation date: 2020-09-04

Risk impact: Moderate risk impact

Risk likelihood: Low risk likelihood

Manifest version: 2

Permissions:

tabs
storage

Size: 20.65K

URLs: Website ,Privacy policy

Stats date:

Chrome-Stats Rank

# 723 ▲ 29

Other rankings

#9 in Enhance security and privacy

#2 in popup keyword 47 ▲ 14

#12 in performance keyword 16 ▲ 1

#19 in optimize keyword 9

#33 in windows keyword 7

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Other platforms

Open link in same tab, pop-up as tab (v2.8)

4.41 (567) 102,525

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Summary

Analyze keywords

Forces Edge to open new tabs instead of pop-up windows. Note: If the extension stops working randomly, try disabling "Efficiency mode" under Edge Settings > System and performance > Optimize Performance.

User reviews

User reviews summary

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Edge Add-on Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.

Pros

Increases productivity and reduces frustration
Sometimes works better than in Chrome
Can be a sanity-saving tool
Reduces the number of windows by opening pop-ups in a new tab
Simple and boosts productivity

Cons

Requires disabling and reenabling or reinstalling to keep it working
Sometimes stops working after being inactive or after restarting the browser
Settings may need to be reselected every time Edge starts
Does not always block or correctly manage pop-ups
Need to frequently refresh or re-tick options to maintain functionality

Most mentioned

Requires frequent resetting or reinstalling to function
Useful when it works properly
Problems with consistency and reliability of the extension
Desired for its ability to open pop-ups in new tabs
Comparatively better performance on Edge than Chrome

Recent reviews

Turning off power efficiency seems to work. I can now close Edge and the extension continues to work when I reopen.

by John, 2023-11-03

Додаток переносить спливаючі вікна з фону у ноу вкладку, шкода що не блокує!

by Some, 2022-12-03

经常不好用，需要手动重新勾选弹窗在tab页打开才好用。

by LD, 2022-11-08

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Safety

Risk impact

Open link in same tab, pop-up as tab may not be safe to use and it requires some risky permissions. Exercise caution when installing this add-on. Review carefully before installing.