Custom New Tab Page

What is Custom New Tab Page?

Custom New Tab Page lets you replace the default new tab page with any URL you want. Instead of seeing the standard Chrome new tab, you can go directly to your favorite search engine, email inbox, productivity tool, or even a local HTML file on your computer.

When you clear the setting, your browser returns to its original new tab page — nothing is changed permanently.

Set any URL as your new tab page
Quick presets — one-click setup for popular websites
Add custom presets — save your own favorite URLs for quick access
Local file support — open HTML files stored on your computer
One-click clear — restore the default new tab page instantly
Lightweight — minimal permissions, no background tracking

Getting Started

Install the extension from the Chrome Web Store
Click the extension icon in the top-right corner of your browser toolbar
Enter a URL in the input field (for example, www.google.com)
Click the Save button
Open a new tab — it will automatically load your chosen page

Features

Feature	Description
Custom URL	Enter any web address to open when a new tab is created. The extension automatically adds `https://` if no protocol is specified.
Quick Presets	Choose from built-in presets like Google, Bing, ChatGPT, and Gemini — click once to set up.
Custom Presets	Add your own preset buttons. Click the + button, enter a name and URL, and it appears as a new chip for one-click access.
Local File Support	Set the new tab to open a local HTML file. You will need to grant file access permission for this to work.
Clear Setting	Click Clear Setting to remove the custom URL. New tabs will return to the browser's default new tab page.
Delete Custom Presets	Hover over any custom preset chip and click the red × button to remove it.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I restore the default new tab page?

Click the extension icon to open the settings panel, then click Clear Setting. New tabs will show the browser's original new tab page again.

Can I use a local file as my new tab page?

Yes! Enter a local file path like file:///C:/Users/you/page.html in the URL field. The first time you do this, Chrome will ask you to allow file access for this extension. Go to Chrome's extension management page (Chrome menu → More tools → Extensions), find this extension, click Details, and turn on Allow access to file URLs.

How do I add my own preset?

Click the + button next to the preset chips. Enter a short name and the URL, then click Add. Your new preset will appear as a chip you can click anytime.

How do I delete a custom preset?

Hover over the custom preset chip — a red × button will appear in the top-right corner. Click it to delete that preset.

The extension stopped working after an update. What should I do?

Go to Chrome's extension management page (Chrome menu → More tools → Extensions) and click the refresh icon on the extension card. If the issue persists, try removing and reinstalling the extension.

Does the extension work in Incognito mode?

You need to allow it first. Go to Chrome's extension management page (Chrome menu → More tools → Extensions), find this extension, click Details, and turn on Allow in Incognito.