ZeitTab: Elegant Timekeeping for Your New Tab

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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.

✨ Features Showcase

🚀 Installation

• Chrome/Chromium: Install from Chrome Web Store
• Firefox: Install from Firefox Add-ons
• Website: Visit our landing page for more information

✨ Features

Escape the Digital Noise

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.

Key Features:

• 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.

🎯 Who is ZeitTab For?

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.

🛠 Technology

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

🤝 Contributing

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.

📄 License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.