Octab Version 1.20 Release Notes
Big update alert! π Octab v1.20 brings improvements to the Side Panel, Chrome Groups Support, and a new option to prevent duplicate saved tabs.
Don't forget to update your Octab extension to enjoy these new features! (Instructions at the end.)
π Pinning & Using the Side Panelβ
You can pin Octabβs Side Panel for easy access!
How to Pin the Octab Side Panelβ
- Click the puzzle icon in Chromeβs toolbar.
- Find Octab - Smart Tab Manager and click the pin icon π.
- Now Octab will always be available with one click!
Alternatively, you can open Octab in the Side Panel anytime by:
- Right-clicking on any website β Octab β Open Side Panel
π₯οΈ Side Panel Just Got Better!β
Weβve upgraded the Side Panel for faster tab and folder management:
β Folder Actions for Productivity β Manage your saved folders quickly with new action buttons.
β Drag & Drop Folder Reordering β Organize your folders right inside the Side Panel.
- Open Websites with Shortcuts:
- Click once β Opens in the same tab.
- Cmd/Ctrl + Click β Opens in a new tab.
- Cmd/Ctrl + Shift + Click β Opens in a new tab and focuses it.
- Shift + Click β Opens in a new window.
- Shift + Alt β Opens in Incognito mode.
π·οΈ Chrome Groups Support in Foldersβ
Easier tab management with Chrome Groups inside folders!
- Move an entire group into a folder with one click.
- Or, save a group as a new folder using the save button.
β οΈ Prevent Saving Duplicate Tabsβ
Ever accidentally saved the same tab twice? Now thereβs a Pro feature to avoid duplicates!
- Enable this option in the Settings page.
- If a tab is already saved, Octab will warn you before adding it again.
π This feature is exclusive to Pro users, subscribe to support Octabβs growth and get access to even more powerful features!
β Enjoying Octab? Leave Us a Review!β
If Octab has helped you stay organized, weβd love to hear from you! Your review on the Chrome Web Store helps us grow and keep improving.
π How to Update Your Extensionβ
Make sure youβre on the latest version!
- Open Chrome and click the three dots in the top-right corner.
- Go to More Tools β Extensions.
- Toggle on Developer mode in the top-right corner.
- Click the Update button to refresh Octab.
π‘ Got Feedback?β
Your ideas help shape Octab! If you have suggestions or feedback, reach out at [email protected].
Thanks for being part of the Octab communityβhappy tab managing! π