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Firefox Browser Tips, Page 2

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Note: Mac users substitute Open Apple for ALT, and Command Key for CTRL.
 


Backspace

to reverse one page in your browser history.

 

Instead of lunging for your "back button", use backspace to reverse once into the past.

Excellent for researching and browsing.


F11

to expand to Full Screen view

 

This effectively adds 25% more viewing area to your screen.

F11 hides the title bar, menu bar, address bar, and status bar.  Press F11 again to toggle back to regular view.


CTRL-K

jump to Google bar to search

 

There is an integrated Google search bar in the top right of the screen.  Use CTRL-K to quick-jump to this, and search for your next web page!


F5

refresh-reload the web page

 

If your page fails to fully load, or if you are looking to update the weather and sports scores on your screen, press the classic F5 key to refresh.


CTRL-D

to bookmark the current page

 

Again, save yourself the effort of lunging for your mouse.  Press CTRL-D, and your bookmark dialog box will appear. 

Related: pressing enter will accept the dialog box defaults.


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