Introduction

This guide explains how to open bookmarks in a new tab by default in Google Chrome. Every time we open a bookmark it gets open in the current tab, closing the opened document. This is a problem in case you have not saved your previous work and the tab gets closed by clicking on the bookmark. This is a convenience for the users, who open multiple tabs for research, learning or for daily tasks. Opening bookmarks in the new tab helps prevent accidental loss of open pages work. This blog covers what bookmarks are, why they are important and how you can open bookmarks in a new tab.

What are Bookmarks ?

Bookmarks are shortcuts of your favorite and frequently used websites saved in your browser. They help you to access the sites just by one click without typing a website address.

For example - Students bookmark learning portals like Classroom assignment sites.

Who is this Guide for?

This guide will be useful for Google Workspace administrators, students, teachers, IT professionals and Chromebook users. It is beneficial for students who frequently use bookmarks for their assignments, teachers who open multiple classroom pages at the same time and school administrators who manage Chromebooks for K-12 students.

Why are Bookmarks Important ?

  • Bookmarks are important because they make browsing easier, faster and more organized.
  • Instead of always remembering the website address, you can easily open them in no time with a one click.
  • Bookmarks help users to save their time by providing instant access to frequently opened websites.
  • They keep important resources organized in one place for easy accessibility.
  • Professionals can improve productivity by using bookmarks, allowing them to access work tools, references quickly.
  • Bookmarks simplify daily browsing and help users stay focused on their work.

How to Open Bookmarks in a New Tab by Default ?

Google Chrome’s default behaviour is opening bookmarks in the same tab. Unfortunately, Chrome does not provide any built-in setting to change the default behaviour. You can follow the below methods to open bookmarks in the new tab. 

Open Bookmarks in a New Tab by Default

Method 1: Use Keyboard and Mouse Shortcut
You can make use of keyboard keys and mouse clicks. You can hold down the Ctrl key for Windows/Chromebook and Cmd key for Mac and click on the bookmark. This will open a bookmark in a new tab, keeping the current tab open.

Method 2: Use the Mouse Scroll Wheel
You have to click on the bookmark using the middle mouse wheel and automatically the bookmark will open in a new tab in Chrome.

Method 3: Right-Click the Bookmark
One more method is to right click on the bookmark and select Open in a new tab option to open the bookmark separately without replacing the current page.

Method 4: Use Chrome Extensions
There are Chrome extensions available to allow bookmarks to open in a new tab by default. You can install the extensions from the Chrome Web Store. This will be helpful for multitaskers and students who use classrooms.

FAQs About Bookmarks 

Q1. Does Chrome provide a setting to open bookmarks in a new tab by default ?

A1. Sadly, no. Chrome does not offer built-in settings for bookmarks.

Q2. Do provided solutions work on Chromebooks ?

A2. Yes, keyboard shortcuts, mouse clicks and extensions definitely work on Chromebooks.

Q3. How opening bookmarks in a new tab helps K-12 schools? 

A3. It helps students to avoid losing their open study page while opening bookmarks and improves classroom productivity.

Q4. Can admin control bookmarks behaviour?

A4. Absolutely yes. Admins can deploy and manage extensions through the Google Admin Console.

Conclusion

In conclusion, opening bookmarks in a new tab is a small step with big differences. By doing this schools can enhance classroom efficiency and make students focus on study instead of lost sites. Chrome does not have a solution for the bookmarks default behavior but this blog does. By following any of the methods given above you can make bookmarks open in the new tabs. Check on the FAQs section for more details. Feel free to comment on your further questions and we will get back to you soon.

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