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Super Start
Like to visualize your bookmarks? Try Super Start. It is another great add-on for Firefox that will let you visualize your bookmarks (like Speed Dial or Fast Dial). It also adds a simple to-do list on your homepage.
Sort Bookmarks by Name
Need to do a little spring cleaning of your bookmarks? You can start by sorting your bookmarks by name. This is an often used trick of mine that I do a lot but don’t think I have discussed here yet. Get control of your bookmarks by making them easier to proverbially scroll through.
How to Clear Cache in Firefox
The cache in Firefox is a place where images, scripts, and other parts of a website are stored while you are browsing. Sometimes, clearing the cache in Firefox can help speed up the browser or help make sure you are viewing the latest version of the file or website you are looking at. Here are the simple steps to take to clear the cache in Firefox:
Start Firefox in Safe Mode
Ever wanted to know how to start Firefox in Safe Mode? The Safe Mode in Firefox is a special mode that is usually used to help troubleshoot or fix problems with the browser. It resets some settings and disabled any extra things you have downloaded – like add-ons and themes.
Unblock YouTube with ProxTube
Tired of seeing YouTube blocked? In some countries – I am told – YouTube videos are totally blocked. That is not exactly fair, is it? Thankfully though, if you find yourself in one of these places – you have ProxTube to help save the day. This add-on will unblock YouTube videos.
Having Problems? Plugin Check Time!
Notice something acting a little weird with Firefox? Might be about time you did a plugin check. Depending on what version of Firefox and the various plugins you are running, you could run into problems. Thankfully though, Mozilla gives us access to a great resource to use to make sure you are using the latest and greatest versions of all the plugins you have in your browser.
How Much Info is Sent in a Crash Report?
I have always kind of wondered, how much of my information am I sending to Mozilla when I sent in a crash report? Firefox goes down, just like any other browser, but do you know what information you pass along to Mozilla to help them fix the problem?
Reset Your Master Password
The master password feature in Firefox is great for protecting all your locally stored passwords, but what do you do when you forget the one password that controls them all? Firefox can save usernames and passwords that you use to access online services, such as banking and email websites. If you share a computer with anyone, it is recommended that you use a master password.
If you have set one up and forgotten it – here is how you can reset it.
Disable the New Tab Page
Want to totally remove the new tab page feature in Firefox? With a simple about:config tweak you can get it done. Why would you want to disable the new tab page? For some people, it could be a privacy concern – and I am really happy that the Mozilla guys left in a trigger in about:config to get this done.
