What’s particularly relevant here is that using bookmarks as storage is a clever hack! While there are some very old and unmaintained extensions that also used bookmarks this way, they never fully explored or utilized their potential. Ather Tab, in a sense, serves as a proof of concept to showcase what’s possible with this approach.
Title: Show HN: Ather Tab – A Chrome Extension That Turns Your New Tab Into a Powerful Notepad
Hi HN,
I’m excited to share Ather Tab, a Chrome extension I’ve built to transform your browser’s new tab into a fully functional notepad. It's simple, lightweight, and packed with features designed to make note-taking seamless, accessible, and reliable.
Why Ather Tab?
- Triple Storage Fallback: Notes are stored in three locations to ensure reliability even if one fails.
- Bookmark Integration: Notes are saved as bookmarks, so you can:
- Access them from mobile devices without installing anything extra.
- Sync notes across browsers like Chrome and Edge if you use bookmark syncing.
- Edit notes directly from the bookmark URI on your phone, and it updates on your PC automatically.
- Auto-Sync: Your notes are backed up to your Google account with no extra setup required.
How Is It Unique?
Unlike the only other notepad extension for the new tab, Ather Tab includes robust sync capabilities—an essential feature in today’s multi-device world.
Additional Features:
- Popup and Sidebar Access: Use the notepad as a popup or sidebar. (Note: Sidebar access is currently limited due to a Chrome bug, but I’m tracking it closely.)
- New Tab Integration: Open a new tab, and your notes are right there—no clicks needed.
- Auto-Save: Never worry about losing your notes.
What Makes It Cool?
No more cluttering your workspace with tabs or relying on unstable web apps for quick notes. With Ather Tab, your notes are always with you, whether you’re on your laptop or smartphone.
Try It Out
I’d love for you to give Ather Tab a spin and let me know what you think. There are no signups or barriers—just install and start using it right away:
Feedback Welcome!
I’m here to discuss, answer questions, and listen to your feedback. Let me know how it can be better or what features you'd like to see next!
