How to use Mozilla Firefox effectively
Firefox is indeed the best alternative to other web servers for many reasons such as clean user interface, speed, and intuitive features. Below is the list of some features that can help you to make use of Firefox browser more effectively.
The most important thing you will require to use Firefox is a computer with an internet connection. Many people discard their existing default browser and choose Mozilla Firefox because they wish to work faster and have more fun while browsing.
Tabbed Browsing: This is really a very useful feature. It speeds up browsing, especially when you open several links and you quickly want to check out and not loose the original page. For instance, suppose you are doing a Google Search and want to open several search results. On the search results page, press the CTRL key and holding it, left click the mouse on 2-3 links. Notice that each link now opens in a new “TAB' appearing at the top of the web page. This way you are able to review each page quickly without loosing any track of the original. You can also view the live demo of this feature in resources section.
Bookmarks: Although bookmarks are a very common feature, but this browser makes them easy. With Firefox, a bookmarks folder can be easily created to view a collection of pages at once that include list of favorites (stock page, home page, blocks, news and many more.
Remember Passwords: Firefox also provides an option to remember passwords so that you log in to your websites faster and easier. It is possible to manage your passwords with the help of a master password.
Pop up blocker: Blocking popup is essential, if you are irritated by the ads that most websites throw at you. This feature will help to get rid of all these ads. You will have to click on the tools menu and then select ' Options'. Go to content section for accessing this feature.
Page Searching: Therefore, if you are looking for some text and are not able to find it, you can make use of this feature. Click the edit menu and select the option 'Find in this page'. Immediately a text box appears at the bottom left of the web page. You have to simply type the word that you are searching. If the text matches any word on the page then it is highlighted in green color the search option can also be accessed using the keyboard (CTRL+F). This feature is very handy especially if the web pages are long and contains lot of text.
Foxmarks: This is a add-on program that helps in synchronizing your Firefox bookmarks and enables you to view them no matter which computer you are using. This will keep all your bookmarks organized.
Spinning Tab Effects: Visual change can be enhanced from one tab to another. Spinning effects are more than useful and you can find it by looking for add-ons for tab effect 1.11. They are easy to install.
Colorful Tabs: Color tabs can also be installed so that you are able to distinguish temporary tabs that you create. You can also use your own tricks to make your browsing more effective.
Although it is very easy to use Google engine for searching specific term, there is an easier way to search specific terms. Mozilla Firefox allows you to choose the search engine that you would like to use. In Firefox, users can assign search keywords to the search engine. You have to simply type the keyword and the search engine gets automatically involved.
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