Context switching is one of the biggest hidden productivity killers in debugging. Jumping between multiple open browser tabs slows momentum and increases cognitive load, especially when you’re trying to diagnose an issue under pressure.
Google Chrome’s new split screen feature, paired with Rollbar Debugging Assistant, enables a faster, more focused way to troubleshoot errors without constantly losing your place.
The goal isn’t just faster debugging. It’s sustained focus.
Chrome Split Screen: Less Context Switching, More Focus
Chrome’s split screen allows you to view two tabs side-by-side in the same window. Instead of toggling back and forth, you can:
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Error view open on one side
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Use the other side for investigation, reasoning, or validation
This layout mirrors how developers think: observe on one side, analyze on the other.
Where Rollbar Debugging Assistant Fits In
Rollbar’s Debugging Assistant is designed to accelerate understanding of your error payload—not just show you what broke, but help you reason about why.
With split screen, you can keep the item details, stack trace, and context visible in Rollbar, and use the Rollbar Debugging Assistant alongside it to:
- Interpret stack traces
- Identify likely root causes
- Suggest next steps or fixes
Everything stays visible and actionable.
Why This Boosts Productivity (Not Just Speed)
This workflow makes debugging faster and lighter cognitively with reduced mental overhead from fewer context switches and faster comprehension of complex errors.
Debugging is inherently analytical. The tools you use should support that mental process, not fragment it.
It’s a small change in setup but a meaningful upgrade in productivity.
