Preview links in Google Chrome

In plain words

Preview Links in Google Chrome is a browser extension that allows users to see a preview of web pages before clicking on links. Released in 2012, it works within Google Chrome to help users decide which links to open by displaying a quick view of the destination page's content. The tool is designed for Chrome users who want to browse more efficiently by examining link destinations beforehand.

written from the facts on this page · September 2026

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