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

Are you seeking a way to enhance your everyday browsing experience with a personalized, feature-rich dashboard? I’m excited to unveil my latest project—a comprehensive new tab extension designed to boost productivity, organization, and convenience. Built over the course of several years, this extension transforms your starting page into a versatile hub tailored to your needs.

Overview of Features

Initially conceived as a simple tool to control Philips Hue lighting directly from a new tab, this project has grown into a powerful, extensible dashboard that seamlessly integrates various widgets and functionalities. Here’s a snapshot of what it offers:

Customizable Iframe Widgets
– Embed any web content by targeting specific elements on a page using CSS selectors
– Examples include displaying GitHub issues, stock tickers, or any other web-based data—all as interactive widgets

Essential Productivity Tools
– Weather forecasts
– Multiple clocks for different timezones
– Bookmark management with grouping capabilities
– Sticky notes for quick reminders

Smart Philips Hue Integration
– Control individual lights with on/off/toggle options
– Change colors and scenes easily via right-click context menus
– Manage entire groups for synchronized lighting adjustments

Entertainment Shortcuts
– Launch Steam games or applications directly from your new tab for instant access

Search and Calendar Enhancements
– Multi-engine search widget supporting various search engines
– Displays local search history for quick revisits
– Integrated Google Calendar for reminders and schedule at a glance

Customization and Flexibility
– JSON-based widget configuration for tailored setups
– Support for custom CSS to match your preferred aesthetic
– Optional welcome screen to personalize your experience on load

Availability
This project, named New Tab Widgets, is currently accessible for Chromium-based browsers via the Chrome Web Store. You can explore and install it here:
Chrome Web Store Link

For more information and updates, visit the official website:
https://newtabwidgets.com

Your Feedback Matters
I developed this extension primarily for my own use, but I’m eager to hear your thoughts. Whether you’re a developer or an everyday user, your insights could help refine and expand this project. Feel free to share your feedback—I look forward to building an even better dashboard