1 How to use our extension

Open Website in Side Panel

Welcome to Open Website in Side Panel


Thank you for installing and using our extension


Tutorial:

  1. Install the Extension
  2. After installing the extension, click on the icon on the toolbar.

đź§­ Effortless Multitasking with a Dedicated Sidebar

Open Website in Side Panel transforms your browsing experience by allowing you to load any webpage directly into Chrome’s side panel. Whether you're referencing documentation, monitoring a dashboard, chatting with AI, or watching a video while working, this extension keeps your chosen site visible and accessible—without switching tabs or windows. It’s ideal for users who thrive on parallel workflows and need constant access to specific tools or content.

đź”— Pin Any Page for Instant Access

With just a click, you can open any URL in the side panel and keep it pinned for as long as you need. The panel stays open across tabs, so your reference material, productivity tools, or favorite sites are always within reach. You can even set a custom homepage for the panel, ensuring your most-used site is ready the moment you launch Chrome.

🖱️ Drag, Drop, and Context Menu Integration

The extension supports intuitive drag-and-drop functionality—just drag a link or selected text into the panel to open it or search it instantly. You can also right-click any link or highlighted phrase and choose “Open in Side Panel” from the context menu. It’s a fast, frictionless way to explore content without disrupting your main browsing flow.

đź§© Perfect for AI Tools, Translators, Calendars, and More

Whether you're chatting with ChatGPT, translating words with Google Translate, managing tasks in Notion or Trello, or referencing a calendar, Open Website in Side Panel makes it easy to keep these tools visible while you work. You can open multiple tabs within the panel and switch between them seamlessly, creating a mini workspace inside your browser.

đź”’ Lightweight, Secure, and Customizable

This extension is built for speed and privacy. It doesn’t track your browsing or store personal data, and it runs entirely within your browser. You can customize the navigation bar, set your preferred search engine, and even prevent accidental tab closures with optional safeguards. It’s a clean, focused tool that adapts to your workflow.