External Links for Confluence is a Confluence add-on designed to enhance user navigation by automatically opening external links and attachments in new browser tabs or windows. This functionality ensures that users maintain their current view within Confluence, improving workflow efficiency and reducing disruptions.
Key Features:
- Automatic External Link Handling: All external links embedded within Confluence pages are configured to open in new browser tabs or windows, preserving the user's current context.
- Attachment Link Management: Attachments accessed from Confluence's attachment overviews are set to open in new tabs or windows, facilitating easier reference and multitasking.
- Customizable Link Styling: Users can define CSS classes to style external links, allowing for visual differentiation between visited and unvisited links.
Primary Value:
By ensuring that external links and attachments open in separate tabs or windows, External Links for Confluence minimizes workflow interruptions and enhances user experience. This feature is particularly beneficial for users who frequently reference external resources, as it allows them to access necessary information without losing their place within Confluence.