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How to open the Chrome Developer Tools in a new window?

When I try to use the Chrome Developer Tools, it seems I can no longer view it in a new window.

Is this a bug or was that really an intended change in an update?

How can we open the Chrome Developer Tools in a new window?

Here's a screenshot of what I'm talking about.

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Solution

  • As of Chrome 52, the UI has changed. When the Developer Tools dialog is open, you select the vertical ellipsis and can then choose the docking position:

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    Select the icon on the left to open the Chrome Developer Tools in a new window: multiple windows icon

    Previously

    Click and hold the button next to the close button of the Developer Tool in order to reveal the "Undock into separate window" option.

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    Note: A "press" is not enough in that state.