Window Shades is an Internet Explorer™ plug-in used to filter pop-up windows. It allows you to filter all pop-up windows or use advanced features such as per site filters.

Window Shades is currently rated in the top ten pop-up blockers at PopupCheck.com. Take the test for yourself and see how well it works!

• Filter all pop up windows.
• Filter on a per domain / site basis.
• Custom shortcut keys to easily turn Window Shades On and Off.
• Keyboard shortcuts for frequently used options.
• Launches and closes automatically with Internet Explorer™. No need to have extra monitoring software loading when your computer starts.
• Optional Prompt Dialog for each pop up window (used to build domain filters).
• Tray icon to easily access options. Tray icon also gives visual cue when a window tries to open.
• Ability to hide tray icon. Don't need to clutter up system tray.
• Allows you to shift-click a link or right click and select "Open in New Window". Other pop-up filters don't allow you to explicitly open new windows.
• Help file that explains all included features of Window Shades.
• Completely free to use and ad free.