What is Arc Max?
Arc Max is a collection of AI-powered tools designed to improve the functionality of the Arc browser on macOS and Windows. These features offer enhanced navigation, smarter tab management, and quick access to information, making web browsing more efficient. Users can activate the full suite or customize their experience by selecting specific tools.
Features & Benefits
Arc Max offers several features tailored to optimize browsing experiences:
- Ask on Page
Quickly ask questions about a webpage’s content using Command-F (macOS) or Control-F (Windows). The feature also retains the traditional functionality of finding text on a page. - 5-Second Previews (macOS only)
Hover over links to generate webpage summaries. Works seamlessly on sites like Google, DuckDuckGo, Bing, X (Twitter), Threads, HackerNews. - Tidy Tab Titles (macOS only)
Automatically shortens and renames pinned tab titles for better organization. Users can still manually rename tabs if needed. - Tidy Downloads (macOS only)
Automatically renames downloaded files for easier organization and retrieval. Users can revert changes by clicking the download name. - ChatGPT in the Command Bar (macOS only)
Adds ChatGPT to search suggestions or allows users to ask questions directly using Command-Option-G. A ChatGPT account is required. - Instant Links (macOS only)
Quickly open the top search result by pressing Shift + Enter after typing a query in the Command-T search bar. Supports multi-query searches and tab folder creation. - Tidy Tabs
Automatically organizes tabs when users have more than six open in the “Today Tabs” section. Non-Today Tabs remain unaffected.
Real-World Applications
Arc Max simplifies and enhances your daily use of the Arc Browser. For example:
- Content Research: While researching for a project, users can ask questions about specific pages without leaving the browser, saving time.
- File Management: Automatically renamed downloads ensure that important files don’t get lost in cluttered folders.
- Quick Decision-Making: When comparing products or reading news, hover previews summarize links instantly, eliminating unnecessary clicks.
- Organization for Heavy Browsers: Users juggling multiple projects can use Tidy Tabs and Tidy Titles to reduce clutter and stay focused.
A particularly entertaining use could be creating a “Folder of cutest cat breeds” directly in your tabs for an instant, organized dose of happiness.
