How do I change the default Chrome tab page?

How do I change the default new tab page in Google Chrome (version 41 on Win 8.1).

I want it to point to an HTML page on my own computer - the same page in fact as I am using for my home page.


Solution 1:

You can use a plugin

This extension does it

https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/new-tab-redirect/icpgjfneehieebagbmdbhnlpiopdcmna

If the link dies, then search for "New Tab Redirect Chrome plugin"