[Bug]: New Tab Windows Do Not Respect Settings And Forces Floorp Home.
Introduction
As a user of the browser, I have encountered a frustrating issue where new tab windows do not respect the settings I have set. Specifically, when I set the new tab to blank, it still forces me to open the Floorp Home page. This behavior is not only inconvenient but also goes against the expected functionality of the browser. In this report, I will provide detailed step-by-step instructions on how to reproduce the issue, along with relevant screenshots and console outputs.
Pre-Submission Checklist
Before submitting this bug report, I have thoroughly checked the existing issues to ensure that this problem has not already been reported. I am using the latest supported version of the browser, which is 138.0.2@0.1.21. I have also tried disabling all browser extensions/add-ons to rule out interference from these. Additionally, I have cleared the browser cache and cookies, and checked with a new profile to confirm that the issue still occurs.
Bug Summary
The New Tab page does not respect settings set, and forces Floorp Home.
Reproduction Steps
To reproduce this issue, follow these steps:
- Open settings: Go to the settings page of the browser.
- Go to Home: Navigate to the Home section of the settings page.
- Set New Tab to Blank: Set the new tab to blank by selecting the corresponding option.
- Open a new tab: Open a new tab by clicking on the new tab button or by pressing the keyboard shortcut.
- Floorp Home opens: Observe that the new tab window opens with the Floorp Home page, despite setting it to blank.
Expected Behavior
The expected behavior is that the new tab window should be blank, as set in the settings.
Actual Behavior
The actual behavior is that the new tab window stays as Floorp Home, despite setting it to blank.
Screenshots
Here are the relevant screenshots that demonstrate the issue:
Browser Version
The browser version I am using is 138.0.2@0.1.21.
Operating System
The operating system I am using is Windows 11 23H2 22631.5189.
Additional Context
I have not received any response from the browser developers regarding this issue, which is why I am submitting this bug report.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the new tab windows do not respect the settings set, and forces Floorp Home. This behavior is not only inconvenient but also goes against the expected functionality of the browser. I hope that this bug report will help the browser developers to identify and fix this issue.
Recommendations
To resolve this issue, I recommend that the browser developers:
- Review the code: Review the code that handles the new tab settings to ensure that it is correctly implemented.
- Test the functionality: Test the functionality of the new tab settings to ensure that it works as expected.
- Provide a fix: Provide a fix for this issue in the next browser update.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the issue with new tab windows?
A: The issue is that new tab windows do not respect the settings set, and forces Floorp Home instead of opening a blank page.
Q: What are the reproduction steps for this issue?
A: To reproduce this issue, follow these steps:
- Open settings
- Go to Home
- Set New Tab to Blank
- Open a new tab
- Floorp Home opens
Q: What is the expected behavior for new tab windows?
A: The expected behavior is that the new tab window should be blank, as set in the settings.
Q: What is the actual behavior for new tab windows?
A: The actual behavior is that the new tab window stays as Floorp Home, despite setting it to blank.
Q: What browser version is affected by this issue?
A: The browser version affected by this issue is 138.0.2@0.1.21.
Q: What operating system is affected by this issue?
A: The operating system affected by this issue is Windows 11 23H2 22631.5189.
Q: Have you tried disabling all browser extensions/add-ons?
A: Yes, I have tried disabling all browser extensions/add-ons to rule out interference from these.
Q: Have you tried clearing the browser cache and cookies?
A: Yes, I have tried clearing the browser cache and cookies to ensure that the issue is not caused by any temporary data.
Q: Have you checked with a new profile?
A: Yes, I have checked with a new profile to confirm that the issue still occurs.
Q: What is the next step for resolving this issue?
A: The next step is for the browser developers to review the code that handles the new tab settings, test the functionality, and provide a fix for this issue in the next browser update.
Q: Can I help resolve this issue?
A: Yes, you can help resolve this issue by providing more information about the issue, such as any error messages or console outputs. Additionally, you can try to reproduce the issue and provide more detailed steps for reproducing the issue.
Q: How can I stay updated on the progress of resolving this issue?
A: You can stay updated on the progress of resolving this issue by following the browser developers' social media accounts or by checking the browser's official website for updates.
Q: Can I request a fix for this issue?
A: Yes, you can request a fix for this issue by submitting a bug report to the browser developers.