Is there a good reason to open a SEPARATE WINDOW when user clicks login?

1. Should I open links in a new window?
2. Is it better to open a new tab or window?
3. How do I open a separate window in a Web page?

Should I open links in a new window?

For the most part, always open links in the same browser tab or window. However, if you hypothesize that opening a new tab or window may help users in their task, don't base this decision on the type of link or content alone.

Is it better to open a new tab or window?

A tab is more or less same as a window. A window can contain several tabs and all session data and cookies are shared across all tabs and open window. It's better to open a lot of tabs than opening several windows because too many window becomes too cluttered to handle.

How do I open a separate window in a Web page?

Opening a New Window in Your Browser

This is generally at the top of your browser window. Select New Window . The wording may vary on different browsers, but in general you'll see an option for both opening a New Tab and opening a New Window , so select whichever suits your needs.