On July 20, 2023, Aravind Srinivas shared some fantastic news about the Arc Browser. Coming soon, users will be greeted with pre-built shortcuts that streamline common tasks and improve overall workflow. Check it out in action. The new feature is currently being rolled out on Comet, with the rollout happening next week. These shortcuts will increase your productivity. Things like automating tab organization, meeting agendas, and research for what’s trending on Twitter/social media become much easier.
The native support of these handy, pre-built shortcuts comes as big news for users of Arc Browser. It aims to save time on the small things by giving makers predefined options for browsers’ most common tasks. Customers should expect improved functionality that will profoundly improve their online experience. With these improvements, they’ll be able to focus more on their research and less on navigating the logistical hurdles.
Beyond the pre-built shortcuts, users will be able to develop personalised scripts using natural language prompts. This functionality is similar to Tampermonkey, a popular userscript manager. It gives users greater freedom to tailor their browsing experience to better align with their individual needs! Only with an easy to use script writing interface for common use cases will the casual user come aboard. It will be for anyone who has wished for a more personalized, useful browsing experience.
The announcement indicated that more invites for Comet will be sent next week, allowing additional users to participate in this new feature rollout. This practice not only increases user adoption, but it collects powerful user feedback that can be applied to future enhancements.
We all know that the digital landscape is changing quickly. With both shortcuts and powerful in-browser scripting capabilities, Arc Browser is quickly becoming a favorite among developers and web enthusiasts alike. By putting user experience and functionality first, it’s focused on making the everyday tasks you take for granted easier and more efficient.