Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main features of the extension?

The main feature of the extension is to display Chrome browser tabs in a vertical list in the sidebar, making it easier for users to manage and find a large number of tabs.

Which browsers are supported?

Currently, most Chrome-based browsers are supported.

Can I adjust the width of the side panel?

Currently, Chrome does not support adjusting the minimum width of the side panel. We're exploring ways to provide more flexibility in future updates.

Why doesn't the side panel open automatically in new windows?

This is a limitation of the current Chrome API. We're actively looking for workarounds to improve this functionality.

What upcoming features can we expect?

We're working on Tab history, Cloud Sync,Advanced Picture-In-Picture, and API Access etc. Stay tuned for updates!

How can I customize the appearance?

You can customize the appearance through the settings menu. Options include light/dark mode, custom fonts, and background images.

Is there a way to sync my settings across devices?

Currently, we are working on a cloud sync feature that will allow you to sync your settings across multiple devices. This feature will be available in a future update.This feature is coming soon. Currently, you can achieve this through the import and export function

The sidebar is too wide and cannot be adjusted to a smaller width. The adjustment handle is displayed but cannot be reduced.

The width of the sidebar is controlled by Chrome and cannot be changed through the extension. You can vote to bring this to the attention of the Chrome team https://issues.chromium.org/issues/40926440.

Unable to hide the horizontal tab bar, only want to use vertical tabs.

Chrome currently does not support hiding the horizontal tab bar.

I hope to be able to configure shortcuts to open and close vertical tabs.

You can configure shortcuts and positions from the menu.

I hope to be able to display the full URL instead of just the domain name.

This feature has been added in the latest version.

I hope to match Chrome's theme color.

Currently, reading the Chrome theme is not supported. You can manually set the color and style in the options.

I hope to be able to close tabs by middle-clicking.

This issue has been implemented in the latest version.

I hope to add grouping functionality to vertical tabs.

Viewing and managing tab groups is already supported.

I hope to be able to multi-select tabs and drag them in the tab list.

Tab groups are coming soon, and auto-scrolling and multi-select features will also be added to the upcoming feature list.

I hope to be able to customize the height and spacing of the tabs.

You can customize the font size and spacing in the settings.

I hope to be able to change the theme color in the sidebar.

The extension supports light/dark mode based on the system theme. You can also configure more options in the settings.

I hope to add a search tab function in the sidebar.

This issue has been implemented in the latest version.

How do I open and close the sidebar?

You can usually open and close the sidebar by clicking the extension icon in the browser toolbar or using custom shortcuts.

Can I customize the position of the sidebar?

In general, you can set the sidebar on the left or right side of the browser. Please refer to the browser settings for specific setup methods.

Can I group tabs?

Tab grouping is supported, allowing you to categorize related tabs for easier management.

Can I customize the display of tabs?

You can customize the font size, color, and other display options of the tabs in the settings.

Does the sidebar support auto-hide or mouse hover display?

Currently, this feature is not available. It may require further support from the browser.

Why do pinned tabs still get closed?

The extension does not unpin tabs unless manually operated by the user. If this issue occurs, it may be due to other browser settings or extension conflicts.

How can I adjust the font size and line spacing of the sidebar?

You can adjust the font size through the settings, which will also affect the line spacing.

Why can't I operate saved groups in the sidebar?

This is a bug in Chrome that has been reported to Chrome and needs to be fixed.

Why can't some tabs be switched by clicking?

If the 'Save Group' feature is enabled, it may cause tabs to not switch by clicking due to Chrome's limitations.

Why doesn't the sidebar support a tree structure?

This feature is under development and will be supported in the future.

Why doesn't the search box in the sidebar automatically get focus?

This is a browser limitation. When the sidebar is activated, the focus remains on the current page.

Can a setting be added to automatically open the sidebar when the browser starts?

This is a browser limitation and is not currently supported.

Why doesn't the sidebar support drag-and-drop grouping?

This feature is under development and will be supported in the future.

Can a feature be added to automatically expand the sidebar when the mouse hovers over the edge of the browser?

This is a browser limitation and is not currently supported.

Why doesn't the sidebar automatically adapt to screen width changes?

This is a browser limitation and cannot be achieved at the moment.