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| # The Terminal Homepage | ||
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| ## Installation steps: | ||
| 1. download the zip file | ||
| 2. Extract the zip file | ||
| 3. move the "Startup Page" folder somewhere safe (where you wont delete it by mistake) :) | ||
| 4. open the `homepage.bat` file with notepad. (right click and select "edit in notepad") | ||
| 5. paste the Folder path in the first line. (the folder you just placed in step 3) | ||
| 6. Search and open "Task Scheduler" | ||
| 7. Select "Create basic Task" on the right | ||
| 8. give it a name, set trigger event to "when the computer starts" | ||
| 9. in the Start a Program Tab browse and select the homepage.bat file. | ||
| 10. Click on the checkbox and hit finish | ||
| 11. In properties check the "Hidden" Checkbox. | ||
| 12. Also check the "Run with highest privileges" and "Run wether user is logged on or not" (OPTIONAL) | ||
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| 13. Open your browser settings and find "On Startup" Tab (might vary on different browsers) | ||
| 14. Select "Open a Specific page" | ||
| 15. Paste the following URL `http://localhost:8000/index.html` | ||
| 16. RESTART YOUR LAPTOP | ||
| # 🔥 TerminalTab - Make Your New Tab Awesome! 🚀 | ||
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| ## Description | ||
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| Are you tired of staring at Google's boring, plain new tab page? 😴 Do you wish your new tab could be as cool and productive as you are? Well, you're in luck! Welcome to **TerminalTab** - the only new tab page that understands your inner awesomeness. 😎 | ||
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| Why settle for Google's vanilla new tab when you can have a homepage that: | ||
| - **Looks fantastic** (like a homepage should). | ||
| - **Has all the features you need** (unlike Google's "here's a search bar, you're welcome"). | ||
| - **Makes you feel like a tech wizard** (move over, Tony Stark). | ||
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| Say goodbye to boring old google tab and hello to a new tab experience that’s fun, functional, and fabulously you! | ||
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| ## Features | ||
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| - 🎨 **Customizable Themes**: Because one size does not fit all. | ||
| - 💻 **Terminal-like Design**: To remind you of those nostalgic coding sessions you definitely dont hate. | ||
| - 🔎 **Quick Search Options**: Choose your preferred search engine and go! | ||
| - 🌟 **Favorite Links**: Access your go-to websites in a jiffy. | ||
| - 😍 **Fidgety Backgrounds**: A Background designed to pass time... especially if you're bored :) | ||
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| ## Instructions (One Time Setup) | ||
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| ### Windows | ||
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| 1. **Download the ZIP file**: | ||
| - Click that download button like your life depends on it! 💪 | ||
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| 2. **Extract the ZIP file**: | ||
| - Unzip it like you unzip everything else! 🏴☠️ | ||
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| 3. **Move the "Startup Page" folder**: | ||
| - Place it somewhere safe (where you won’t accidentally delete it) - maybe not next to your gf's pics. 😉 | ||
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| 4. **Edit `homepage.bat`**: | ||
| - Right-click on `homepage.bat` and select "Edit in Notepad". | ||
| - You'll see a blank space at the top. Paste the folder path from Step 3. | ||
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| 5. **Open Task Scheduler**: | ||
| - Hit the Start button and search for "Task Scheduler". This is where the magic happens. 🧙♂️ | ||
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| 6. **Create a Basic Task**: | ||
| - Click "Create Basic Task" on the right. Give it a name that makes you smile. | ||
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| 7. **Set the Trigger Event**: | ||
| - Choose "When the computer starts". Because why wait, right? 🌅 | ||
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| 8. **Start a Program**: | ||
| - In the "Start a Program" tab, browse and select the `homepage.bat` file. | ||
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| 9. **Finish Setup**: | ||
| - Click on the checkbox and hit "Finish". You’re almost there! 🏁 | ||
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| 10. **Hide the Task**: | ||
| - In properties, check the "Hidden" checkbox. It's good to keep secrets. 🤫 | ||
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| 11. **Optional Settings**: | ||
| - Also check "Run with highest privileges" and "Run whether user is logged on or not". The faster the better right?. 🚅 | ||
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| 12. **Deselect Conditions and Settings**: | ||
| - In the property menu, deselect a few things under the Conditions and Settings tab. (We’ll add screenshots for this to make it super clear. 📸) | ||
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| 13. **Install the Extension**: | ||
| - Open your browser and install this web extension: [New Tab Redirect](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/new-tab-redirect/icpgjfneehieebagbmdbhnlpiopdcmna). | ||
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| 14. **Set the New Tab URL**: | ||
| - Paste this URL in the extension’s menu. This is where the magic happens. 🌟 | ||
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| http://localhost:8000/index.html | ||
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| 15. **Restart Your Laptop**: | ||
| - Give your laptop a quick restart and voilà! Your terminal-themed homepage awaits. 🚀 | ||
| And there you have it! Your new tab page is ready to dazzle and delight. If any step seems tricky, don’t worry - we’ll have screenshots to guide you through! 📷 | ||
| Enjoy your new, super cool custom homepage! 🌐 | ||
| ### Mac | ||
| Coming soon 😉 | ||
| ## Feedback and Issues | ||
| Found a bug? Got a brilliant idea for a new feature? Head over to the [Issues](https://github.com/mcspidey95/TerminalTab/issues) tab and let us know! Your feedback is what makes this project better. 💪 | ||
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| Let's make browsing better, one tab at a time! 🌟 |