How do you manage tab-heavy research without treating bookmarks like a graveyard?

The web has evolved into dynamic workspaces, yet native browser tabs and bookmarks still function like a rigid filing cabinet. I realized that whenever I dump dozens of open tabs into a standard vertical list or a browser folder, I almost never look at them again. The context is completely lost.

Standard dashboard extensions often feel bloated with unnecessary widgets, while simple text-based lists lack the visual organization needed to actually map out a complex project.

I'm curious how the builders and researchers here handle high-volume tab sessions. Do you rely on strict habits (like aggressive tab closing), native browser tab groups, or specialized workspace tools?

Why I built it this way:

• Visual Organization: It feels much closer to how a brain actually maps out a project or research topic.

• Local-First Privacy: I didn't want a third-party server reading all my URLs. It uses IndexedDB to save everything locally on your machine. It's insanely fast and works offline.

• Keyboard Driven: Added a Cmd+K palette so you can search tabs and run commands without reaching for the mouse.

It has a free tier that is fully functional for individual use.

If anyone struggles with tab overload or visual organization, I’d love for you to try it and tear it apart. What features am I missing? Does the spatial canvas actually help your workflow?

(P.S. This exact frustration is why I built and launched Kortex today to let people organize tabs spatially on a 2D canvas. If you also hate rigid tab lists, I’d love your honest feedback on our launch page!)