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Open External Links in a New Tab #3938
Description
Currently, when users click on external links within the application, they open in the same browser tab. This causes users to navigate away from the application entirely, which is interrupting workflow and negatively impact user experience.
Expected Behavior
External links should open in a new browser tab (e.g., using target="_blank" with appropriate security attributes like rel="noopener noreferrer"). This allows users to:
- Keep the application open in the original tab.
- Easily return to their previous context.
- Avoid losing unsaved progress or navigation state.
Current Behavior
All links (including external links) open in the same tab, replacing the current application view.
Proposed Solution
Update external anchor elements to open in a new tab by default.
Additional Context
Opening external links in a new tab is a common UX pattern in web applications, especially when linking to documentation or external references.
Activity
GV2023001543 commentedon Feb 24, 2026
Hi ,
I came across the issue regarding external links opening in the same browser tab and the proposed enhancement to open them in a new tab using
target="_blank"with appropriate security attributes.I would like to work on this issue and implement the suggested solution, ensuring proper handling of external links without affecting internal navigation.
Please assign this issue to me if it is available.
Thank you,
Vishnuvardhan
sajwan05 commentedon Feb 28, 2026
I would love to work on this issue if it is not assigned already. Just ping me to start working on this issue.
ramgudimetla07-sketch commentedon May 29, 2026
i need to extend the bug at its peak and remove directly from the site