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Force Tabs to Open in Background

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Overview

Ensures all tabs open in the background without stealing focus, even if opened by other plugins.

Tired of new tabs constantly interrupting your workflow or stealing your focus when you’re browsing? “ Open in Background” ensures that all new tabs, including those opened by websites, scripts, or other extensions, automatically open in the background. You can continue reading or working uninterrupted, knowing new tabs won’t distract you or interrupt your workflow. Key Benefits: • ✅ Prevent distractions: Keep your workflow seamless—no more losing focus. • ✅ Effortless browsing: Tabs opened by websites, ads, or other extensions quietly load in the background. • ✅ Compatibility: Works smoothly even alongside other extensions. • ✅ Privacy & simplicity: No extra permissions, ads, or tracking—just lightweight functionality that respects your privacy. Ideal for multitasking professionals, researchers, students, and anyone who values uninterrupted browsing. Enjoy a cleaner, calmer Chrome experience today!

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Details

  • Version
    1.1
  • Updated
    April 3, 2025
  • Offered by
    OldButKeen
  • Size
    4.3KiB
  • Languages
    English (UK)
  • Developer
    Brenton Keith Milne
    12 Torrens Street Adelaide, SA 5159 AU
    Email
    oldbutkeen@gmail.com
    Phone
    +61 433 872 791
  • Trader
    This developer has identified itself as a trader per the definition from the European Union and committed to only offer products or services that comply with EU laws.

Privacy

The developer has disclosed that it will not collect or use your data. To learn more, see the developer’s privacy policy.

This developer declares that your data is

  • Not being sold to third parties, outside of the approved use cases
  • Not being used or transferred for purposes that are unrelated to the item's core functionality
  • Not being used or transferred to determine creditworthiness or for lending purposes

Support

For help with questions, suggestions, or problems, visit the developer's support site

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