Custom New Tab
Be able to change the new tab to any given URL
What is Custom New Tab?
"Custom New Tab" is an add-on for Edge that provides an enhanced browsing experience by allowing you to switch the default new tab to a specific URL of your choice. Perfect for those who wish to access their favorite website immediately when opening a new tab. Easy to use, it offers a practical way to customize your new tab page.
Stats
Stats date:
By:
maltejur
Rating:
4.50
(149)
Creation date:
2020-09-10
Manifest version:
2
Overrides new tab:
Yes
Permissions:
- activeTab
- storage
Size:
33.97K
Risk impact:
Low risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Low risk likelihood
Summary
Be able to change the new tab to any given URL.
User reviews
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Pros
- Users love the ability to have control over their new tab page
- It allows the users to replace Bing with another search engine
- Simple and easy to use
Cons
- Does not work with local file addresses, only works with https://
- The extension sometimes disables itself
- Issues with the internet connection affecting function
Most mentioned
- Allows user to replace the default Microsoft start page
- Issues with support for local files
- Sometimes the extension gets turned off, needs to be manually enabled again
Safety
Risk impact
Custom New Tab is relatively safe to use as it requires very minimum permissions.
Risk likelihood
Custom New Tab has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.
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