Advanced Settings

Overview

Advanced Settings in NEXUS provide granular control over every aspect of the extension. From feature toggles and visual effects to data management and AI system controls, these settings allow power users to customize their experience precisely to their needs.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Feature Toggles - Enable/disable any NEXUS feature
• Visual Effect Controls - Fine-tune animations and visual elements
• Data Management - Reset, backup, and manage all user data
• AI System Controls - Manage machine learning and tab prediction
• Debug Tools - Advanced debugging and analytics access
• Storage Management - Monitor and control data storage

Accessing Advanced Settings

Settings Panel Navigation

1. Open Settings

   Press S or click the gear icon to open the settings panel

2. Navigate Tabs

   Use the tab navigation to access different setting categories

3. System Tab

   Advanced controls are primarily located in the "System" tab

4. Apply Changes

   Most settings apply immediately without requiring confirmation

Feature Management

Core Feature Toggles

Enable or disable major NEXUS features:

Smart Date Features

• Master Toggle - Enable/disable all smart date insights
• Individual Selection - Choose specific insights to display
• Limit Control - Maximum 3 features for clean interface
• Real-time Counter - Shows current selection count

Productivity Features

• Focus Timer - Enable/disable Pomodoro timer functionality
• Todo List - Toggle task management system
• Quick Notes - Enable/disable note-taking overlay
• Daily Quotes - Control motivational quote system

AI and Intelligence

• Tab Prediction - Enable/disable AI tab prediction
• Quick Shortcuts - Control command palette functionality
• Learning System - Manage AI behavior learning
• Analytics Collection - Control usage pattern analysis

Visual and Interface Controls

Animation Settings

Fine-tune visual effects and animations:

• Smooth Animations - Enable/disable all transition effects
• Accessibility Compliance - Respects prefers-reduced-motion
• Performance Impact - Disabling improves performance on slower devices
• Keyboard Toggle - Press A to quickly toggle animations

Background and Visual Effects

• Grid Background - Toggle static grid pattern
• Visual Appeal - Modern aesthetic enhancement
• Performance Consideration - Minimal impact on performance
• Keyboard Toggle - Press G to quickly toggle grid

Time Display Configuration

• Time Format - Switch between 12-hour and 24-hour formats
• Seconds Display - Show/hide seconds in time display
• Font Selection - Choose from multiple monospace fonts
• Typography Integration - Coordinates with typography themes

Data Management

Settings Reset

Comprehensive reset options for different scenarios:

Complete Settings Reset

• Reset Button - Restore all settings to factory defaults
• Keyboard Shortcut - Press R for quick reset
• Confirmation Dialog - Prevents accidental resets
• Immediate Application - Changes apply instantly

Selective Reset Options

• Theme Reset - Reset only appearance settings
• Feature Reset - Reset only feature toggles
• AI Reset - Clear only machine learning data
• Preserve Preferences - Keep important user data

AI Memory Management

Control the AI learning system and data:

Tab Memory Reset

• Complete AI Reset - Clear all learned patterns
• Privacy Compliance - Complete data erasure
• Fresh Start - Begin AI learning from scratch
• Confirmation Required - Prevents accidental data loss

Learning Data Analytics

• Usage Statistics - View AI learning progress
• Pattern Analysis - Understand detected patterns
• Confidence Metrics - See prediction accuracy
• Debug Information - Advanced analytics for power users

Storage and Performance

Storage Strategy

NEXUS uses a sophisticated multi-tier storage system:

Primary Storage (Sync)

• Chrome Sync Storage - 8KB limit, cross-device synchronization
• Settings Sync - Themes, preferences, and configurations
• Automatic Backup - Redundant storage for reliability
• Quota Management - Intelligent space usage

Local Storage (Fallback)

• Extension Storage - 10MB limit, device-specific
• AI Learning Data - Tab memory and usage patterns
• Performance Cache - Favicon cache and temporary data
• Offline Functionality - Works without internet

Emergency Fallback

• localStorage - Browser-native storage
• Critical Settings - Essential configuration only
• Graceful Degradation - Maintains functionality
• Automatic Recovery - Restores when storage available

Keyboard Shortcuts for Advanced Users

Debug and Development Tools

Debug Mode

Advanced debugging tools for power users and developers:

Enabling Debug Mode

1. Open Browser Console

   Press F12 or right-click → Inspect → Console

2. Enable Debug Mode

   Run: localStorage.setItem('nexus-debug-mode', 'true')

3. Refresh Page

   Reload the new tab to activate debug features

4. Access Debug Tools

   Use window.debugNexus object for advanced functions

Available Debug Functions

• Tab Memory Analytics - debugNexus.getTabMemoryAnalytics()
• Reset Tab Memory - debugNexus.resetTabMemory()
• Settings Inspection - debugNexus.getSettings()
• Performance Metrics - debugNexus.getPerformanceData()

Analytics and Monitoring

Monitor NEXUS performance and usage:

• AI Learning Progress - Track machine learning improvements
• Storage Usage - Monitor data storage consumption
• Performance Metrics - Loading times and responsiveness
• Error Tracking - Identify and resolve issues

Privacy and Security

Data Privacy Controls

• Local Processing - All data processing happens on your device
• No External Transmission - Data never leaves your computer
• Complete Reset Options - Full data erasure capabilities
• Granular Controls - Choose what data to keep or delete

Security Features

• Secure Storage - Browser extension security model
• Permission Management - Minimal required permissions
• Cross-Site Protection - Isolated from web content
• Update Security - Automatic security updates

Performance Optimization

Performance Settings

Optimize NEXUS for your system:

For High Performance

• Disable Animations - Reduces CPU usage
• Minimize Features - Disable unused functionality
• Reduce AI Learning - Lower memory usage
• Simple Themes - Use minimal visual effects

For Maximum Features

• Enable All Features - Full NEXUS experience
• Smooth Animations - Enhanced visual experience
• AI Learning - Maximum intelligence and adaptation
• Rich Themes - Full visual customization

Troubleshooting Advanced Issues

Settings Not Saving

• Check browser permissions for NEXUS extension
• Ensure sufficient storage space available
• Try disabling other extensions temporarily
• Reset to defaults and reconfigure gradually

Performance Issues

• Disable animations if experiencing lag
• Reduce number of enabled features
• Clear browser cache and restart
• Check for conflicting extensions

AI System Issues

• Reset tab memory if predictions seem incorrect
• Allow 2-3 days for AI to learn new patterns
• Check that Quick Shortcuts is enabled
• Verify sufficient usage data exists

Advanced Configuration Examples

Minimal Setup

For users who prefer simplicity:

• Disable animations and grid background
• Enable only essential features (time, basic shortcuts)
• Use system fonts and default theme
• Disable AI learning for privacy

Power User Setup

For maximum productivity:

• Enable all features and AI learning
• Customize themes and typography
• Use all keyboard shortcuts
• Enable debug mode for analytics

Developer Setup

For development workflows:

• Modern Tech typography theme
• Enable Quick Shortcuts with AI
• Focus Timer for coding sessions
• Debug mode for system monitoring

Next Steps

Now that you understand Advanced Settings, explore these related topics:

• Keyboard Shortcuts - Master all advanced shortcuts
• Themes and Colors - Customize visual appearance
• Typography - Configure font preferences
• AI Tab Prediction - Understand the AI system you're configuring