How to Use Keyword Alerts in Tab Reloader: Never Miss Important Updates
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What Are Keyword Alerts?
Keyword alerts transform Tab Reloader from a simple page refresher into an intelligent monitoring system. Instead of constantly watching your screen, you can let Tab Reloader notify you the moment specific text appears on a webpage.
How It Works:
1. You specify keywords to monitor (e.g., In Stock, $99.99, Available)
2. Tab Reloader refreshes the page at your set interval
3. After each refresh, the extension scans the page content
4. When a keyword is found, you receive an instant alert
This feature is perfect for catching product restocks, monitoring price drops, tracking specific announcements, and detecting availability changes.
Setting Up Keyword Alerts
Step-by-Step Setup:
Step 1: Open the page you want to monitor and click the Tab Reloader icon
Step 2: Navigate to the Monitor tab in the popup
Step 3: Enter your keyword(s) in the text field
Step 4: Configure alert options:
| Option | Description | Recommendation |
|---|
| Sound Alert | Play audio when keyword found | Enable for important monitoring |
| Desktop Notification | Show system notification | Enable if browser is minimized |
| Stop on Detection | Stop refreshing after finding | Use for one-time checks |
| Highlight Text | Visually mark found keywords | Helpful for verification |
Step 5: Set your refresh interval and click Start
Pro Tip: Use the sound preview button to test different alert tones before monitoring.
Practical Use Cases
E-commerce Stock Monitoring
Keywords to use:
- Add to Cart
- In Stock
- Available
- Buy Now
Avoid:
- Out of Stock (negative matching not supported)
- Generic words appearing everywhere
Price Drop Monitoring
Monitor for specific price thresholds:
| Original Price | Target Keywords |
| $499 | $399, $449, $350 |
| $99 | $79, $69, $49 |
| £1000 | £899, £799, £749 |
Note: Include currency symbols for accurate detection.
Job Application Alerts
Keywords for job hunters:
- Specific job titles (Senior Developer, Product Manager)
- Company names
- Posted today
- Easy Apply
Combine with our job hunting interval recommendations for best results.
Auction Monitoring
Keywords for eBay/auction sites:
- Specific bid amounts ($150, $200)
- Outbid
- Winning
- Time remaining (1m, 30s)
Advanced Tips & Tricks
1. Multiple Keyword Strategy
Enter variations to catch different phrasings: in stock, instock, available, add to cart, buy now
2. Combine with Scheduling
Set keyword monitoring to activate only during expected restock times. Learn about scheduling in Tab Reloader.
3. Use Partial Matching
Keywords match partial text. stock will match In Stock, Out of Stock, and Restock.
4. Monitor Multiple Products
Open separate tabs for each product with different keywords tailored to each page.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
| Issue | Cause | Solution |
|---|
| No alerts triggering | Keyword not on visible page | Check if text is in images or iframes |
|---|---|---|
| Too many false alerts | Generic keyword | Use more specific phrases |
| Alerts but page unchanged | Cached content | Enable hard refresh in settings |
| Sound not playing | Browser audio blocked | Allow audio permissions |
Still having issues? Visit our FAQ page or contact support.
Frequently Asked Questions
For more questions about Tab Reloader features, check our comprehensive FAQ section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I set multiple keywords for one tab?
Yes, Tab Reloader supports multiple keywords. Enter them separated by commas. The alert triggers when ANY of the keywords is detected.
Is keyword detection case-sensitive?
By default, keyword detection is case-insensitive. AVAILABLE and available will both trigger alerts.
Can I get sound alerts for keyword detection?
Yes! Tab Reloader offers 5 different alert sounds. Enable sound notifications in the Monitor tab settings.
Will keyword alerts work if the tab is in the background?
Absolutely. Tab Reloader monitors pages and triggers alerts even when tabs are not visible.