Browser Home Page, Startup Page, or New Tab?
These browser surfaces look similar but open at different moments and require different settings.
Updated
A browser home page is the address opened by the optional Home button. A startup page opens when the browser launches. A new-tab page appears whenever you create a tab. Chrome configures these separately.
Pick the moment that matches the habit
Use startup settings when the same services should open once per session. Use Home for one destination on demand. Use a new-tab extension when recurring links should stay visible throughout the day.
Why TabRover uses the new tab
A new tab marks the start of the next browser task. TabRover places boards, columns, groups, Inbox, and search at that moment. The current browser keeps a local copy, so saved destinations remain available during a temporary connection failure.
Configure each surface deliberately
Do not set the same heavy dashboard as startup, Home, and new tab unless it helps in all three places. Keep startup minimal and let the new tab handle repeated project navigation.
Follow the exact steps in the Chrome settings guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between home page and start page?
Can I set multiple home pages?
Use the new tab for recurring work links
Open a fast, locally available workspace whenever the next task begins.