CTRL + Click to Open New Tab

v 18.0 Third Party 7

Availability	Odoo Online Odoo.sh On Premise
Lines of code	170
Technical Name	`nz_ctrl_click_new_tab`
License	LGPL-3
Website	https://www.nezam.co
Versions	18.0 19.0

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Availability	Odoo Online Odoo.sh On Premise
Lines of code	170
Technical Name	`nz_ctrl_click_new_tab`
License	LGPL-3
Website	https://www.nezam.co
Versions	18.0 19.0

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CTRL + Click to Open New Tab — Odoo 18

Adds a simple, practical behavior to the Odoo backend: hold Ctrl + Click (or Cmd + Click on macOS) on Smart Buttons, Kanban cards, or Many2one links to open the related list or record in a new browser tab/window. Keep your current view open while you inspect related records — no configuration and no extra server calls required.

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What does this module provide?

Enables opening related records and lists in new tabs using Ctrl/Cmd + Click. Works with Smart Buttons (to open related lists), Kanban cards, and Many2one links so you can browse linked data without losing your current context.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Open In New Tab

Hold Ctrl/Cmd + Click on supported elements to open them in a new tab/window while keeping the current view intact for parallel work.

Supports Smart Buttons, Kanban, Many2one

Works with Smart Buttons to open related lists, Kanban cards, and Many2one links to open referenced records in a new tab.

Instant & Lightweight

Client-side behavior only — no additional server requests, no database changes, and minimal performance impact.

Zero Configuration

Install and it works — no settings, no permissions, and no user configuration required.

Keeps Context

Opening related content in a new tab preserves the original page so you can compare and multitask without losing context.

Browser Compatibility

Works across major browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari) and supports Cmd+Click on macOS.

1) Open Tree/List in New Tab

This example shows opening a tree/list view in a new tab when you Ctrl/Cmd + Click a Smart Button or the associated link. The list opens in a separate tab while the current record remains available.

Open tree or list in a new tab using Ctrl+Click

2) Open Kanban Card in New Tab

Ctrl/Cmd + Click a Kanban card to open the form view in a new tab — ideal for comparing multiple records or reviewing details without leaving the board.

Open Kanban card in new tab using Ctrl+Click

3) Open Many2one Link in New Tab

Ctrl/Cmd + Click any Many2one link (Customer, Product, etc.) in readonly or form views to open the linked record in a new tab for quick reference or comparison.

Open Many2one link in new tab using Ctrl+Click

4) Open Related Lists from Smart Button

Ctrl/Cmd + Click a Smart Button (e.g. invoice/delivery counters) to open the related records list (Tree/List) in a new tab instead of replacing the current view.

Open related lists from Smart Button in new tab

Ctrl/Cmd + Click shortcut: Open related records or lists in a new tab without leaving the current page.

Many2one support: Ctrl/Cmd + Click a Many2one field to open the referenced record in a new tab.

Kanban & List/Tree support: Ctrl/Cmd + Click a Kanban card or list row to open the form in a new tab.

Smart Buttons support: Open related record lists from Smart Buttons in a new tab instead of replacing the current view.

macOS support: Cmd + Click on macOS is supported automatically.

Zero configuration: Works out of the box for all users after installation.

Lightweight: Small client-side change with no DB schema or backend calls.

Compatible behavior: Does not override native browser middle-click behavior; it supplements it where Odoo handlers block it.

Cross-browser: Works on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari without extensions.

Odoo 18 ready: Designed for Odoo 18 Community & Enterprise.

How do I open a record in a new tab?

Hold Ctrl (or Cmd on macOS) and then click the link, card, or smart button — the item opens in a new browser tab automatically.

Is this different from Middle Click?

Middle Click still works by default. This module supplements browser behavior by enabling Ctrl/Cmd+Click where Odoo event handlers would otherwise block new-tab opening.

Which UI elements are supported?

Smart Buttons, Kanban cards, List/Tree rows, and Many2one fields. Any internal link handled by the module will open in a new tab when using the shortcut.

Does it require special permissions or settings?

No. No extra permissions or configuration are needed — it works out of the box after install.

Does it affect performance?

No. The change is a lightweight client-side behavior and does not add server queries.

Which Odoo editions are supported?

Compatible with Odoo 18 Community and Enterprise, and works on On-Premise, Odoo Online, and Odoo.sh without extra dependencies.

Version 17.0.1.0.0

Initial Release

Open related records and lists in a new tab using Ctrl/Cmd + Click
Supports Smart Buttons, Kanban, List/Tree, and Many2one fields
No configuration or DB changes required
Client-side only — no extra server calls
Compatible with Odoo 18 Community & Enterprise
Works across major browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari)

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