Developed a Custom New Tab Dashboard Extension Featuring Embedded Iframes, CSS Selector Targeted Widgets, and a Range of Useful Tools – Seeking Feedback from /r/webdev!

Introducing New Tab Widgets: A Fully Customizable Productivity Dashboard Extension for Chrome

Are you looking to enhance your browsing experience with a personalized and powerful new tab dashboard? I’ve spent the last four years developing a versatile Chrome extension designed to transform your browser’s new tab page into a productivity hub tailored to your needs.

A Personal Project Turned Daily Tool

What began as a simple idea to remotely control my Philips Hue lighting from a new tab has blossomed into a comprehensive, expandable dashboard. Now, I rely on it every day to boost my efficiency and keep everything I need at my fingertips. This extension combines various useful widgets and features to create a seamless, customizable workspace.

Key Features of the Extension

Custom Iframe Widgets
Embed any webpage or element directly on your dashboard by targeting it with CSS selectors. For example, I display GitHub issues from a specific repository and monitor stock prices from Yahoo Finance, all as individual widgets.
Essential Organizational Tools
Quickly access weather updates, toggle clocks, manage bookmarks and groups, and jot down sticky notes, all within your new tab page.
Smart Philips Hue Integration
Control your smart lighting with intuitive scene and group widgets. Turn lights on/off, change colors, or switch to saved scenes effortlessly via right-click menus.
Quick Launch for Steam Games
Launch your favorite Steam titles directly from your dashboard, saving time and streamlining your gaming setup.
Powerful Search Tool
Use built-in search functionality supporting multiple engines, with local search history that helps you revisit past queries conveniently.
Google Calendar Sync
Stay on top of your schedule with integrated calendar access right from your new tab.
Configurable and Styling Options
Personalize your widgets with JSON-based configurations and custom CSS to match your aesthetic preferences.
Optional Welcome Screen
Kick off your browsing session with a custom welcome message or overview upon loading the tab.