Google Chrome app on Android is an attractive treasure when we talk about hidden shortcuts and time-saving options. There are more streamlined items hidden within some of its rarely touched areas. So, keep your eyes open to some amazing extra shortcuts placed at the topmost area of the Chrome Android browser.
Shortcut # 1: The Hidden Tab Actions
There is a box showing your opened tabs at the top-right corner in Chrome on Android. It is similar to a rounded square-shaped counter showing the total number of tabs.
You will find amazingly useful time-saving options on the menu when you press & hold the box for a second. It offers the fastest way to open a new tab, close a current tab, and a new incognito tab.
Shortcut # 2: The Fast-Navigation Launch-Pad
Tap the original address of your current viewing site in Chrome on your smartphone. It is similar to the address you found in the center of the above-mentioned address bar.
You will see icons next to the name of the sites. It would enable you to share the page, copy the site address and edit inside the Chrome address bar.
There are icons underneath it for other sites as Chrome considers you could access alongside page-related search terms.
Shortcut # 3: The Recent Search List
Tap the line showing “Related to this page” after you click the address of the current viewing site. It would force Chrome to wreck that list down.
It will offer a second list of your recently performed specific research. The list shows searches on your smartphone or any other device you signed in with the same Google account.
Shortcut # 4: Button for Home Customization
You will see an icon similar to a house shape at the top-left corner address bar of Chrome for Android. However, you can tap “Homepage” and turn it into the ON position if you don’t find that icon.
You will discover a disguised option to edit the Chrome home page after you press & hold the home button. It will show a screen allowing you to set that default New Tab page for your most frequently opening site.
There is also a Google Image results page showing photos of your face or a specific social network page. So, you can alter your Chrome Android home page anytime according to your requirements.
Shortcut # 5: Faster Browser Settings
We have already discussed the standard Google New Tab page setup within the Chrome home page. You will also find an accessible option at the top right side in the settings of your browser without wasting time.
You just need to tap your profile picture at the top-right corner of the screen. It would enable you to quickly start Chrome settings.
Shortcut # 6: Button for Custom Address Bar
Google has enhanced the ability to build your own custom shortcut button. It is available in the address bar of Chrome for Android.
You must activate the option and manage it according to your workflow. Just click the 3-dot menu icon in the top-right corner. Then select “Settings” and scroll down to select the “Toolbar shortcut” option.
Shortcut # 7: The Optional Custom Address Bar
You just need to press & hold your new custom button in the address bar of the Chrome browser. It will show a single-tap command for reconsidering its on-demand function and switching it over to any objective.