New Google Tab

Get Google back as your new tab page.
What is New Google Tab?
'New Google Tab' is a handy Edge add-on designed to bring back Google as your default new tab page. Upon installation, it auto-configures your browser to open Google's search home whenever a new tab is activated. It not only simplifies the browsing experience but also enables quick access to Google's popular features like search, image search, news, and a lot more.

Add-on stats

By: fridlev
Version: 1.1 (Last updated: 2020-01-28)
Creation date: 2020-01-28
Risk impact: Low risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Overrides new tab: Yes
Permissions:
  • storage
Size: 84.03K
URLs: Website

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User reviews

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Pros
  • Works well and is simple to use.
  • Removes unwanted Bing content from new tab pages.
  • Allows users to regain control over their browser experience.
Cons
  • Lacks regional options for Google (e.g., google.co.uk).
  • Users are frustrated that this extension is needed at all.
  • Focus is not in the address bar when opening a new tab.
Most mentioned
  • Users are happy to have an alternative to Bing.
  • Frustration with Microsoft forcing their default homepage.
  • Desire for more customization options.
Recent reviews
Thanks for this addon :)
by Grzegorz, 2024-10-12

A serious must have if you welcome a distraction free environment from the MSN tabloid.
by Eddie, 2024-10-12

Thank you
by Miro, 2024-10-02
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

New Google Tab is relatively safe to use as it requires very minimum permissions.

Risk likelihood

New Google Tab has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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