ctrlw chrome extension

Version: 0.0.1
ctrlw
A no-op extension. Useful for killing the dreaded Ctrl-W hotkey!
4.00 Based on 11 user rates

What is ctrlw?

ctrlw is a developer tools chrome extension. it's a free extension , it has 734 active users since released its first version, it earns an average rating of 4.00 from 11 rated user, last update is 2335 days ago.


What’s new in version 0.0.1?

                I wrote this extension after the thousandth time I had closed a tab while meaning to delete a word. If you are tired of Chrome hijacking your muscle memory on ^W, this extension is for you! It provides two commands, one which does nothing, and one which closes the current tab. If you map the former to Ctrl-W, and the latter to Alt-W, you will never again mistakenly close a tab!

A future version may include the expected Ctrl-W functionality, but don't hold your breath.            

How to install ctrlw?

You could download the latest version crx file or older version files and install it.


Technical Features:

  • Latest Version: 0.0.1
  • Requirements: Windows Chrome, Mac Chrome
  • License: Free
  • Latest update: Wednesday, August 1st, 2018
  • Author: Sam Lazarus

ctrlw Available languages:

English.


FAQ


Reviews of ctrlw:


Michael Lynch January 11th, 2023
Michael Lynch

Doesn't work. Ctrl+W still closes out the tab...


Cole D. January 3rd, 2022
Cole D.

Works perfectly! In order for it to work you have to select the three bars in the top left. From there you can add your desired shortcuts.


Ghost Slayin September 8th, 2021
Ghost Slayin

for it to work, go to chrome://extensions/shortcuts, set this extensions "do absolutely nothing!" keybind to Ctrl+W and then it will work.

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