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Transform your browser's new tab page into a moment of calm focus with ZeitTab.
ZeitTab is a beautifully minimalist browser extension for Firefox and Chrome that replaces the standard new tab page with a sleek, customizable timepiece. Inspired by the principles of clarity and visual comfort, ZeitTab offers both analog and digital time displays, complemented by essential date information, all presented in a distraction-free environment.
The name combines the German word "Zeit" (time) with "Tab," reflecting its core function and elegant, precise design.
- Chrome/Chromium: Install from Chrome Web Store
- Firefox: Install from Firefox Add-ons
- Website: Visit our landing page for more information
In a world of constant information, ZeitTab provides a simple, elegant anchor point each time you open a new tab. Instead of overwhelming shortcuts or blindingly bright search bars, you're greeted with a visually restful display focused purely on the present moment.
- Dual Clock Modes: Choose between a classic Analog Clock with smoothly moving hands or a clean Digital Clock display.
- Comprehensive Date Info: Stay oriented with the current Week Number (ISO standard), Day Name, and the Full Date, presented unobtrusively.
- Deep Customization: Tailor ZeitTab to your exact preferences:
- Analog Styles: Select from various face styles (ticks, dots, or minimal).
- Hand Configuration: Adjust the length and color of hour, minute, and second hands. Choose to show/hide the second hand and toggle its smooth sweep motion.
- Digital Formats: Opt for 12-hour or 24-hour digital display and toggle second visibility.
- Date Layout: Arrange date elements stacked vertically or neatly inline. Show or hide individual date components (week, day, date).
- Minimalist Design: Embraces a clean, modern aesthetic with a focus on simplicity and reducing visual clutter.
- Visually Comfortable: Features a default dark gray background (
#2a2a2a) designed to reduce eye strain, especially during extended browsing sessions (with plans for a light theme). - Lightweight & Performant: Built with modern technology to ensure minimal impact on browser performance and near-instant loading. (See Technology below)
- Cross-Browser: Available for both Firefox and Chrome, thanks to standard WebExtension APIs and polyfills.
- Easy Access Settings: Configure all options easily via a dedicated settings modal, accessible with a single click from the gear icon on the new tab. Settings save automatically.
ZeitTab is ideal for:
- Individuals who appreciate minimalism and seek less digital distraction.
- Users who prefer analog time visualization or want a clean digital alternative.
- Anyone looking to create a more mindful and focused browsing experience.
- Productivity enthusiasts who value function and aesthetics in their tools.
- Design-conscious users seeking an elegant upgrade to their new tab page.
ZeitTab is crafted using a modern, efficient technology stack:
- Svelte 5: Compiler-based framework for optimal performance
- TypeScript: Full type safety and enhanced code quality
- Tailwind CSS: Utility-first styling for a clean UI
- Vite: Lightning-fast builds and development
- WebExtensions API: Cross-browser compatibility
We welcome contributions! Please see our Contributing Guide for details on how to:
- Submit bugs and feature requests
- Review source code changes
- Make pull requests for any improvements
Make sure to read our Code of Conduct as well.
This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.