CogTab

A fast, local-first new tab note-taking extension.

CogTab transforms your browser's New Tab page into an immersive, visually stunning workspace—designed for creative minds who crave beauty and speed. ✨ Why CogTab? 🎨 Aurora Glass Design – Animated shifting gradients, glassmorphic surfaces, and tactile 3D card interactions make note-taking a delight. ⚡ Instant Capture – Open a new tab and start typing. That's it. Zero friction. 📌 Right‑Click to Save – Highlight text on any webpage, right‑click, and save it directly to your notes with source attribution. 📝 Rich Text & Checklists – Format your notes with headings, lists, bold, and italic. Create checklists with bouncy animations and celebrate completion with confetti bursts. 🗂️ Organize Your Way – Use tags, pin important notes, and switch between Grid, List, or Kanban views. Drag notes between columns to manage your workflow. 🔒 Local‑First & Private – Your notes live in your browser's IndexedDB. Only lightweight metadata syncs across your devices via Chrome Sync. No external servers, no tracking, no cloud lock‑in. 🌙 Dark Mode – Seamlessly adapts to your system preference or toggle manually. Perfect for: 💡 Quick ideas and daily journaling 📋 Task management and project planning 🔍 Research and web clipping 🎓 Students, creators, and professionals Keyboard Shortcuts: ⌨️ ⌘/Ctrl + N – New note ⌨️ ⌘/Ctrl + K – Focus search ⌨️ Escape – Close modals What's Included: ✅ Full‑featured note editor (TipTap) ✅ Kanban board with drag‑and‑drop ✅ Tag management and filtering ✅ Trash with restore and permanent delete ✅ Automatic cleanup of trashed notes after 30 days ✅ Due date reminders (desktop notifications) ✅ Persistent theme and view preferences Privacy First: 🔐 We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal data. All data stays within your Chrome profile. Your notes are yours—always. Get Started: 🚀 Install CogTab, open a new tab, and start capturing your thoughts in a space that feels like a creative companion, not a boring tool. CogTab – where productivity meets artistry. 💫