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How to open new tab in JavaScript without switching to the new tab?

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How can I open a new tab using javascript without switching to the new tab?

For example, when a user clicks on a link a new tab is to be opened, but the user should stay on the current tab.

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answered 13 Years ago talonb · Accepted Answer

The web browser automatically focuses on the new tab, but you can call the focus back:

function openWindow( url )

{

  window.open(url, '_blank');

  window.focus();

}



<a href=http://www.example.com/ onclick=javascript:openWindow(this.href);return false;>Click Me</a>