Google rolls out Chrome 156 for Googlebook with 14 updates

Google is deploying Chrome version 156 for Googlebook, introducing 14 updates focused on bug fixes, keyboard shortcuts, and usability improvements.

Key functional updates include enhanced keyboard shortcuts, such as Alt+Tab functionality for switching windows on fullscreen sites when keyboard lock is active, and Alt+Shift+Enter to open queries in a new background tab. The multi-line address bar now supports up and down arrow navigation for easier text editing.

Specific site and stability improvements include: • Google Docs: Support for copying large selections and tables. • Facebook Live: Performance enhancements for video streams. • Stability: Fixes for crashes involving third-party extensions like 1Password and Teleparty. • Usability: Improved 'Save As' dialog support for file downloads, functional close buttons for third-party sign-in prompts, and context menu support for right-clicking on Incognito new tab pages. • AI Mode: New hover tooltips in the AI Mode menu and adjusted animation timing.