4 Easy Ways to Switch Between Tabs on Chrome Browser
Google Chrome allows you to open multiple tabs to access different web pages at the same time.
With numerous open tabs, switching between them efficiently becomes vital for productivity.
Use Keyboard Shortcuts on Windows and Linux
Keyboard shortcuts allow rapid tab switching without moving your hands from the keyboard.
To shift to the next tab, press Ctrl + Tab. If you're on the last tab already, it will take you to the first one. Alternatively, press Ctrl + Page Down.
To go back to the previous tab, press Ctrl + Shift + Tab. If you're on the first tab, it will shift you to the last one. You can also use Ctrl + Page Up.
To open a new tab, press Ctrl + T.
To reopen the recently closed tab, press Ctrl + Shift + T. Repeat to restore multiple closed tabs.
To jump to a specific tab, press Ctrl + 1 for the first tab, Ctrl + 2 for the second tab, and so on up to 8.
To move to the last tab regardless of total tabs open, press Ctrl + 9.
Master Keyboard Shortcuts on macOS
The keyboard shortcuts on macOS work similarly but with the Command key instead of Ctrl.
To advance to the next tab, press Command + Option + Right Arrow. If you're already in the last tab, it will circle back to the first one.
To step back to the previous tab, use Command + Option + Left Arrow. Being in the first tab will take you to the last one.
To spawn a new tab, press Command + T.
To resurrect the recently shut tab, press Command + Shift + T. Redo to reopen multiple closed tabs.
To leap to a particular tab, press Command + 1 for the first, Command + 2 for the second, and so forth up to 8.
To leap to the final tab no matter the total tabs, press Command + 9.
Locate Tabs Rapidly with Tab Search
When juggling numerous tabs across various windows, finding a specific one grows tiresome. Tab Search comes to the rescue.
Click the down arrow next to the Minimize button at the top-right of the browser window or use the Ctrl + Shift + A shortcut to open Tab Search on Windows and Linux.
On macOS, use Command + Shift + A.
Tab Search displays all open tabs including recently closed ones.
Type keywords to look for relevant tabs and click to instantly jump to the desired one.
Glide Through Tabs Using Touchpad Gestures
A handy method to switch tabs on laptops is by swiping three fingers across the touchpad.
Swipe right or left using three fingers to shift to the next or previous tab accordingly.
Make one extensive swipe to skim through all tabs from the first to the last.
The touchpad offers seamless tab switching without impeding workflow, especially in full-screen mode.
Swipe the Omnibox to Change Tabs on Mobile
On mobile devices, tap the Tabs button beside the address bar to see open tabs and pick one. Instead:
Swipe right or left over the address bar itself to advance to the next or previous tab.
This omnibox gesture enables quick tab changes on the go without leaving the current page.
Conclusion
Google Chrome facilitates effortless navigation between numerous tabs through handy keyboard shortcuts, Tab Search, touchpad gestures, and Omnibox swiping.
Mastering Chrome's tab controls paves the way for efficient multitasking.
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