Search selected text on Google in a new tab - Displays a quick search button when you select text.
Users
9
+1 in 30 days
Rating
5.0 / 5
unchanged in 30 days
Ratings
1
0 in 30 days
Store rank
#209K
#175K among extensions
Version
1.1.0
updated 11 Feb 2026
Users
monthly, 8 months
Latest, 21 Oct 2026:9 usersMove the mouse over the chart for any month
Ratings count
monthly, 8 months
Latest, 21 Oct 2026:1 ratingsMove the mouse over the chart for any month
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About Search in Another Tab
This Chrome extension allows you to quickly search any text you select on a webpage.
Simply highlight a word or phrase, and once you finish selecting, a Search button will appear dynamically near the selected text (above or below, depending on available space). With a single click, the selected text is searched in a new browser tab, saving you time and keeping your workflow uninterrupted.
Features
Instant search for selected text
Smart button positioning based on selection location
Opens search results in a new tab
Lightweight and easy to use
Works on any webpage
Use Cases
Researching articles or documentation
Quickly looking up definitions or explanations
Searching code snippets, error messages, or keywords
Improving productivity while browsing
No copying, no switching tabs manually — just select, click, and search.