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how do i stop the browser from switching tabs when i open a new tab?

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atilanojaime
atilanojaime
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when i open new tabs my browser opens the link and switches to them. i have turned this off in the settings and the problems is still there

when i open new tabs my browser opens the link and switches to them. i have turned this off in the settings and the problems is still there

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WestEnd
WestEnd
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Check your preferences for homepage settings otherwise look at you Addons there could be a package there opening extra tabs that was installed without your knowing it. Also look at your Add/Remove uninstaller and see if there is something installed there aks "toolbars" or similar that by itself can also open tabs without your permission as well.