Switch Tab - Hotkeys

Purpose

This is a simple Google Chrome extension that allows you to quickly switch between your open tabs using custom keyboard shortcuts. It is designed for users who prefer to use Alt + a number (1 through 9) instead of the default Ctrl + a number.

How to Install and Use

Since this extension doesn't have a suggested key combination, you must manually set up your preferred hotkeys after installation.

1. Create the Extension Folder: Create a new folder on your computer and name it switch-tab-hotkeys.
2. Add the Files: Inside this new folder, create the two required files: manifest.json and background.js.
3. Copy the Code: Copy the manifest.json and background.js code into their respective files. The manifest.json code is provided in your editor.
4. Load the Extension in Chrome:
   • Open Google Chrome and navigate to the extensions management page by typing chrome://extensions in the address bar.
   • In the top-right corner, enable Developer mode using the toggle switch.
   • Click the Load unpacked button that appears.
   • Select the switch-tab-hotkeys folder you created.
5. Configure Keyboard Shortcuts:
   • While still on the chrome://extensions page, click the main menu icon (the three horizontal lines) in the top-left corner.
   • Select Keyboard shortcuts from the menu.
   • Find the "Switch Tab - Hotkeys" extension in the list.
   • Click the pencil icon next to each command (e.g., "Switch to tab 1") and press the Alt + 1 key combination you want to use.
   • Repeat this process for all nine commands (Alt + 2, Alt + 3, etc.).

Once you have configured the shortcuts, the extension is ready to use!