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A version.dll injection add-on for Windows Google Chrome that adds tab, hotkey, portable-mode and startup features.

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What is it?

Chrome++ Next is a version.dll injection project for Google Chrome on Windows. Placing the DLL next to chrome.exe loads it at browser startup, where it changes behavior that browser extensions typically cannot reach.

The project covers tab and bookmark behavior such as double-click or right-click to close tabs, mouse-wheel tab switching, and opening omnibox input in a new tab. It also offers a configurable boss key that hides windows and mutes audio, key remapping, and command-line switch injection. For portable deployments it can override data and cache directories, run programs at startup or exit, and ignore enterprise policies.

Configuration is done through chrome++.ini. The project targets only the latest stable Google Chrome, and other Chromium-based browsers are not supported.

Key features

  • 01Double-click or right-click to close tabs.
  • 02Switch tabs with the mouse wheel over the tab strip.
  • 03Configurable boss key that hides windows and mutes audio.
  • 04Remap hotkeys through keymapping settings.
  • 05Override data and cache directories for portable Chrome.
  • 06Ignore enterprise policies and run programs at startup or exit.

Use cases

  • Running a portable copy of Chrome from a USB drive or folder.
  • Adding tab-handling shortcuts to Chrome on Windows.
  • Hiding the browser quickly with a boss key while at work.

Quick start

  1. 1

    Download the latest release from the releases page

  2. 2

    Put version.dll in the same directory as chrome.exe

Things to know

  • Windows only, and it only works with Google Chrome.
  • Bug reports are accepted only for the latest stable Google Chrome.
  • Intended for portable Chrome deployments; system updater components may cause unexpected behavior.
  • Licensed under GPL-3.0, which requires derivative works to remain open source.

Topics

#chrome#windows#browser#dll-injection#portable-apps#tabs

FAQ

What is chrome_plus?
A version.dll injection add-on for Windows Google Chrome that adds tab, hotkey, portable-mode and startup features. Chrome++ Next is a version.dll injection project for Google Chrome on Windows. Placing the DLL next to chrome.exe loads it at browser startup, where it changes behavior that browser extensions typically cannot reach.
Is chrome_plus free to use? What license does it have?
chrome_plus is open source under the GPL-3.0 license. Check the license terms before using it in commercial products.
Is chrome_plus still maintained?
Updated within 6 months. The last commit to chrome_plus was on Aug 15, 2026.
What can I use chrome_plus for?
Running a portable copy of Chrome from a USB drive or folder. Adding tab-handling shortcuts to Chrome on Windows. Hiding the browser quickly with a boss key while at work.
How do I install chrome_plus?
Download the latest release from the releases page Put version.dll in the same directory as chrome.exe
Where can I get chrome_plus?
The source code and installation instructions are on GitHub: https://github.com/Bush2021/chrome_plus

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