Simple New Tab URL is a Chrome extension developed by Zach Adams. As the name suggests, it allows users to set the URL they want new tabs to load. Unlike other similar extensions, Simple New Tab URL focuses on providing the bare essentials without any unnecessary fluff.

The extension offers three options for customization. First, users can specify the URL they want their new tab to be. This allows for quick access to a preferred website or a local file. Second, users can choose whether they want this setting to be synced across their Chrome devices. This makes it convenient for users who use multiple devices. Lastly, users have the option to enable a light mode theme, as the extension defaults to a dark theme.

It is worth noting that if the desired new tab URL is a local file, users will need to enable the "Allow access to file URLs" permission for the extension on the Manage Extensions page.

For those interested, the source code of Simple New Tab URL is available on GitHub, and the extension's icon is "redo" by Mohamed Riyaz Ali from the Noun Project.