Sorry to say it, folks, but all this futzing around with modifying prefs and using SafariStand or Saft or whatever just makes things worse in my opinion, especially as Safari sees regular code updates from Apple. As others have already mentioned (Robg, Finn, et al.), there is a much simpler solution: Command-click. Safariʻs prefs should be set so that Command-click opens the link in a new tab, and the option to have that tab be selected automatically or not is also available in the pref panel.

Of course, you can always just right-click (Control-click) and select "Open Link in New Tab". Activate the Status bar (View -> Show Status Bar) so you can see what result your actions will have as you mouse over the links.

Look at what Command-click does vs. Shift-Command-click vs. Option-Command-click. Surprise!

The way some of you approach these simple actions seems a bit like trying to use a rubber band connected to a velcro patch glued to your dashboard to turn the key in your carʻs ignition, rather than simply using your hand. Just sayinʻ.

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