Brave Vertical Tabs vs Side Space
Why using Vertical Tabs
Say Goodbye to Tab Clutter
Vertical tabs provide a smart solution for managing your browser space, reducing the chaos of a crowded tab bar while freeing up more visible on-screen area.
Quickly Spot the Tabs You Need
When your tab bar is overflowing, horizontal tabs shrink to the point where their labels are unreadable. Vertical tabs solve this issue by offering ample room to display tab titles clearly, making it easier and faster to locate the one you need.
Optimize Your Screen Layout
Most monitors are wider than they are tall, which makes top-to-bottom space more limited. Shifting your tabs to a vertical layout takes advantage of the extra width on your screen, allowing you to make better use of the available space.
Detailed Comparison
Here’s a detailed comparison of Brave Vertical Tabs and Side Space, focusing on their features,functionality, and user experience:
| Feature | Brave Vertical Tabs | Side Space |
|---|---|---|
| Vertical Tab Management | Supports vertical tabs natively within the browser. | Provides an advanced vertical tab management system through a Chrome extension. |
| Tab Organization | Displays all open tabs in a collapsible vertical layout. | Organizes open tabs and Saves valued tabs into categorized spaces. |
| AI-Powered Grouping | Not available. | Automatically groups tabs by context (e.g., topics, projects) using AI for better organization. |
| Browser Compatibility | Exclusive to the Brave browser. | Works on Chrome and other Chromium-based browsers, including Brave. |
| Cross-Device&Browser Sync | Syncs tabs through a Brave profile, but requires manual reopening of tabs on other devices. | Automatically syncs spaces and tab groups across devices for seamless workflows. |
| Search Functionality | Basic users can search open tabs via the browser’s standard tab search bar. | Provides global and fuzzy search for tabs, making it faster and more intuitive to locate specific tabs. |
| Tab Suspension | Not available. | Allows suspension of tabs to free up memory, with the ability to restore saved groups later. |
| Customization | Limited customization, primarily focused on vertical layout. | Offers dark mode, custom themes, icons and more personalization options for managing tabs. |
Brave Vertical Tabs vs Side Space
Key Differences
- Feature Depth:
- Brave’s Vertical Tabs offer a simple vertical layout for basic tab navigation, ideal for users who prefer minimalistic functionality.
- Side Space enhances the vertical tab experience with advanced features like
AI-powered grouping, tab suspension, and memory optimization, making it a powerhouse for heavy tab users.
- Customization:
- Brave’s vertical tabs come with limited customization options, keeping the experience straightforward.
- Side Space, on the other hand, caters to users who seek full control over their vertical tab management with
custom themes,dark mode, and personalized layouts.
- Compatibility:
- Brave’s Vertical Tabsare integrated exclusively into the Brave browser.
- Side Space works as a Chrome extension, making it compatible with various Chromium-based browsers like Chrome, Edge, and Brave. For users who switch between browsers, Side Space offers
seamless synchronization, ensuring your tab groups stay consistent across platforms.
Which One to Choose?
- Brave Vertical Tabs: Best for casual users who want an easy way to navigate tabs vertically without additional features.
- Side Space: Designed for power users managing numerous tabs, projects, or workflows. Its advanced organization tools and memory efficiency make it the ultimate choice for maximizing productivity with vertical tabs.
Bonus Tip
Combine the power of Side Space with Brave’s AI assistant, Leo, for the ultimate browsing experience. While Side Space optimizes your vertical tab management, Leo can summarize pages, provide insights, and streamline your research, making this duo a perfect match for productivity enthusiasts.
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