Duplicating tabs allows you to keep important pages as you search and navigate online. If you find yourself frequently needing this feature, you’re in luck. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to duplicate tabs in some of the most popular web browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox and Safari.
And we will also explore the innovative new browser, Horse Browser, which not only provides keyboard shortcuts to duplicate tabs, but also reduces the need to duplicate tabs in the first place, thanks to its clever web navigation system. Plus, we’ll share how Horse Browser re-directs users when they accidentally open the same page twice, reducing tab clutter. Let’s find out more.
How to duplicate tabs in Google Chrome
Chrome does not have a default keyboard shortcut for duplicating a tab. (Ctrl+Shift+T and Cmd+Shift+T reopen the last closed tab, which is a different feature most articles online get wrong.) The two methods that actually work:
- Right-click: Right-click the tab and select Duplicate from the context menu. The duplicate appears next to the original.
- Address-bar trick: Click into the address bar (or press Ctrl+L / ⌘+L) and press Alt+Enter (Windows/Linux) or ⌘+⏎ (Mac). Chrome opens the same URL in a new tab.
How to duplicate tabs in Horse Browser
Horse Browser, known for its innovative features and user-centric design, offers a special benefit when it comes to duplicating tabs. Horse Browser replaces Tabs with its own unique navigation method, named Trails. Every time you click on a link, a new page is opened on the Trail, creating nested pages in your Sidebar that perfectly track your online research. This means the previous pages you visited are always in reach so you no longer need to duplicate tabs to retain information as you navigate away.
That said, there may still be times that you want to duplicate your tabs, depending on your workflow. As such, Horse Browser allows you to easily duplicate a page, when needed
- Keyboard Shortcut: To duplicate a page, press ⌘+⇧+D (Mac) or Ctrl+⇧+D (Windows/Linux)
- Menu Bar Method: Alternatively, visit Menu > File > Duplicate Trail
- Auto-Redirect: In Horse Browser, if you accidentally open the same page twice, the browser automatically redirects you to the original tab instead of creating a duplicate. This feature prevents clutter and ensures that your browsing experience remains seamless and organised.
How to duplicate tabs in Mozilla Firefox
Like Chrome, Firefox has no default keyboard shortcut for duplicating a tab. (Ctrl+Shift+T reopens the last closed tab here too.) Two real options:
- Drag the tab: Hold Ctrl (Windows/Linux) or ⌥ (Mac) and drag the tab to a new position. Firefox creates a duplicate.
- Address-bar trick: Click into the address bar and press Alt+Enter (Windows/Linux) or ⌘+⏎ (Mac).
How to duplicate tabs in Safari
Safari, the default browser for Apple devices, provides a simple method for duplicating tabs:
- Keyboard Shortcut: Safari users can duplicate tabs using a keyboard shortcut. Press ⌃+⌥+D to duplicate the current tab. The duplicated tab will appear right next to the original tab.
- Menu Bar Method: Alternatively, you can navigate to the File menu in Safari, hover over Duplicate Tab, and click on it. This action will duplicate the current tab instantly.
In Conclusion
Duplicating tabs in Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, and Horse Browser is a simple process that can save you time and effort while browsing the web. Whether you enjoy using keyboard shortcuts or right-clicking, or prefer the innovative navigation and auto-redirect features of Horse Browser, each browser provides easy options to duplicate tabs. And, by doing so, you can become more organised and productive in your online activities. So go ahead, try out these techniques, and streamline your browsing experience.
If you feel curious to learn more about Horse Browser and try it out for yourself, visit here.
