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✏️ Custom Tab Name - The Smart Tab Organizer for Developers

Tired of confusing tab titles? Custom Tab Name is a powerful yet simple extension that lets you rename browser tabs with intelligent URL matching and special phpMyAdmin database detection.

✨ KEY FEATURES

🎯 Smart URL Matching

• Exact URL Match - Rename specific pages only
• URL Starts With - Apply names to all pages under a path
• Automatic persistence - Names saved in your browser forever

🗄️ Developer Mode: phpMyAdmin Integration

• Auto-detect database and table names in phpMyAdmin
• Automatic tab renaming based on DB/table context
• Perfect for managing multiple databases
• Format: "DB: database_name | Table: table_name"

🌍 Bilingual Interface

• Full English and French support
• Switch languages instantly with FR/EN toggle
• Localized for European developers

💾 Persistent Storage

• All custom names saved locally in Chrome
• Survives browser restarts and updates
• No data loss, ever
• Stored in Chrome's sync storage

🎨 Clean & Intuitive UI

• Simple popup interface (350x367px)
• Clear matching type selection with radio buttons
• One-click reset option
• Modern, professional design

🎯 PERFECT FOR

Web Developers:

• Managing multiple localhost environments (localhost:3000, :8080, :5000)
• Organizing development servers
• Testing different API endpoints
• Labeling staging vs production environments

Database Administrators:

• Using phpMyAdmin with multiple databases
• Distinguishing between different tables
• Quick identification of database contexts

Productivity Users:

• Multiple tabs from the same domain
• Google Docs, Sheets, or admin panels
• Managing multiple email accounts
• Organizing research tabs
• Project management across multiple dashboards

📖 HOW TO USE

Basic Renaming:

1. Click the extension icon on any tab
2. Enter your custom title in the input field
3. Choose matching type:
   • "Exact URL" (URL exacte) - for this specific page only
   • "URL Starts With" (URL commence par) - for all pages under this path
4. Click "Renommer" (Rename) - done!
5. Your custom title appears immediately and persists forever

Developer Mode (phpMyAdmin):

1. Check the "Mode Dev : DB" checkbox in the popup
2. Open any phpMyAdmin page
3. The extension automatically detects:
   • Current database name
   • Current table name (if viewing a table)
4. Tab is auto-renamed with format: "DB: ecommerce | Table: users"
5. No manual input needed - completely automatic!

Language Switching:

• Click FR button for French interface
• Click EN button for English interface
• Language preference is saved automatically
• All labels and buttons update instantly

Reset Function:

• Click "Réinitialiser" (Reset) to remove custom name
• Tab returns to original title
• Useful for testing or changing your mind

🔒 PRIVACY & SECURITY

Your privacy is my top priority:

• 100% Local Storage - All data stays on your device
• No external servers or API calls
• No data collection or tracking
• No analytics or telemetry
• No advertisements
• Open source - verify the code yourself on GitHub

Data Storage Location: Chrome DevTools → Application → Storage → Extension storage → Custom Tab Name → Sync

Chrome Sync: If you have Chrome Sync enabled, your custom tab names will sync across your devices. This is controlled by Chrome, not my extension.

📊 DETAILED USE CASES

For Web Developers: ✓ Distinguish localhost:3000 (Frontend), localhost:8080 (Backend), localhost:5000 (API) ✓ Organize phpMyAdmin databases: "Users DB", "Products DB", "Analytics DB" ✓ Label API testing endpoints: "API V1 Test", "API V2 Staging" ✓ Manage staging vs production: "Prod Dashboard", "Staging Admin" ✓ Multiple GitHub repositories open ✓ Different npm/yarn documentation tabs

For Database Administrators: ✓ Automatic phpMyAdmin detection saves time ✓ Instantly see which database and table you're working on ✓ No more confusion between similar tables ✓ Perfect for managing 10+ databases simultaneously

For Productivity & Organization: ✓ Rename multiple Google Docs with project names ✓ Organize Gmail tabs: "Work Email", "Personal Email", "Client Email" ✓ Label admin panels: "Client A Admin", "Client B Admin" ✓ Track research tabs with meaningful titles ✓ Manage multiple CRM or project management tools ✓ Organize online learning platforms

For Students & Researchers: ✓ Label research papers and articles ✓ Organize course materials by subject ✓ Track assignment tabs ✓ Manage multiple university portals

🛠️ TECHNICAL DETAILS

• Manifest V3 compliant - Latest Chrome standard
• Lightweight: <100KB total size
• Zero performance impact on browser
• Compatible with all websites
• Works offline after initial setup
• No dependencies or external libraries
• Clean, modern vanilla JavaScript

Permissions Used:

• storage - Save your custom tab names locally
• activeTab - Access current tab to rename it
• tabs - Modify tab titles
• scripting - Inject renaming functionality
• <all_urls> - Work on any website you choose

All permissions are used exclusively for renaming functionality. No tracking, no data collection.

🌟 WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL

Unlike other tab renamers, Custom Tab Name offers:

✓ Smart URL pattern matching (exact or prefix) - not just simple renaming ✓ Special phpMyAdmin auto-detection for developers - unique feature! ✓ True persistence across browser sessions - never lose your names ✓ Bilingual interface (EN/FR) - rare in browser extensions ✓ Developer-focused features - built by developers, for developers ✓ Completely free forever - no premium version, no hidden costs ✓ Open source - transparency and community-driven

🆓 FREE & OPEN SOURCE

This extension is completely free forever. No premium version, no in-app purchases, no subscriptions.

Open source under MIT License:

• GitHub: github.com/MaximeCode/Tab_Renamer
• Contribute and suggest features
• Report bugs and issues
• Review the code for security
• Fork and customize for your needs

We believe in transparency and community-driven development.

📝 VERSION HISTORY

Version 1.0.0 (Current):

• Initial public release
• Exact and prefix URL matching
• phpMyAdmin DB/Table auto-detection
• English and French localization
• Persistent browser storage via Chrome Sync
• Clean, modern popup UI
• Reset functionality
• Zero data collection

🎓 LEARN MORE

My extension is perfect for:

• Computer science students learning web development
• Professional developers managing multiple projects
• Database administrators using phpMyAdmin
• Productivity enthusiasts organizing their workflow
• Anyone who opens 50+ tabs and loses track

💡 PRO TIPS

1. Use "URL Starts With" for entire domains:

   • Rename "github.com/your-username" to see all your repos labeled

2. Combine with Chrome Tab Groups:

   • Create tab groups and rename individual tabs within them

3. phpMyAdmin workflow:

   • Enable "Mode Dev : DB" once, works on all phpMyAdmin tabs forever

4. Productivity hack:

   • Rename all work-related tabs with a prefix like "[WORK]"

5. Multi-account management:

   • Label different Gmail/Outlook accounts clearly

🙏 SUPPORT THE PROJECT

If you find this extension helpful:

⭐ Leave a 5-star review on Chrome Web Store 🐛 Report bugs on GitHub: github.com/MaximeCode/Tab_Renamer/issues 💡 Suggest new features via GitHub Issues 🔄 Share with fellow developers and colleagues 📢 Write about it on your blog or social media

Your feedback helps me improve and motivate continued development!

📧 SUPPORT & CONTACT

Need help or have questions?

• GitHub Issues: github.com/MaximeCode/Tab_Renamer/issues
• Email: [email protected]
• Chrome Web Store Reviews: Leave a comment below

I will get back to you as soon as possible!

🌍 INTERNATIONAL

Currently available in:

• English (EN)
• Français (FR)

Want to help translate to your language? Contribute on GitHub!

Made with ❤️ and passion by Max (@MaximeCode)

Perfect for developers, database admins, and power users who demand better tab organization.

Get organized. Stay productive. Rename smarter.

Download Custom Tab Name today and take control of your browser tabs! 🚀