Chrome Extension I made to solve this
Why Browser Users Open So Many Tabs?
- Comparison: Users want to compare multiple items (e.g., shopping).
- Research: Gathering information on a topic.
- Multitasking: Handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Bookmarks: Using tabs as bookmarks… instead of just using bookmark.
- Fear of Forgetting: Worried about forgetting things.
- Pending Tasks: Want to come back to tasks later.
- Low Attention Span: Easily distracted.
- FOMO/Habit: Fear of missing out, poor tab management skills.
Problems with having too many tabs
- Performance: Reduced computer performance, drains battery.
- Mental Overload: Increases stress and confusion.
- Management: Hard to manage, can’t read tab names (only see icons).
My Solutions
- Bookmark Important Tabs: Save essential tabs as bookmarks.
- Group Tabs: Organize tabs into groups.
- Pin Tabs: Pin frequently used tabs.
- Habit Formation: Regularly close unnecessary tabs, keep only work-related tabs open.
- Set Limits: Limit to a maximum number of tabs (e.g., 4).
- Use Tools: Install tools for better tab management.