How do I clear my history? Can I import bookmarks from another browser? Why is the back button not available? These are some of the commonly asked questions when it comes to Web browsers. Occasionally we can all use a little help with everyday browser tasks as well as those which are a bit more advanced.
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Report Broken Web Pages
April 12, 2008
Browser: Firefox 2
Platform: OS X
Occasionally you may come across a web page or an entire web site that has problems with your Firefox 2 browser, whether it be an issue with appearance, behavior, or something else altogether. It is good practice to report your discovery to Mozilla, as their developers may be able to resolve the issue by working with the site owner and/or making the appropriate changes to an upcoming release of the browser itself. Taking a couple of minutes to do this may serve to enhance not only your future browsing experience but that of the entire Firefox community. The browser contains a built-in tool for reporting broken web sites. In this tutorial, you will learn how to utilize this functionality.
Browser: Firefox 2
Platform: OS X
Occasionally you may come across a web page or an entire web site that has problems with your Firefox 2 browser, whether it be an issue with appearance, behavior, or something else altogether. It is good practice to report your discovery to Mozilla, as their developers may be able to resolve the issue by working with the site owner and/or making the appropriate changes to an upcoming release of the browser itself. Taking a couple of minutes to do this may serve to enhance not only your future browsing experience but that of the entire Firefox community. The browser contains a built-in tool for reporting broken web sites. In this tutorial, you will learn how to utilize this functionality.
Use Window Mouse Gestures
April 11, 2008
Browser: Opera
Platform: OS X
Those of you who browse the Web regularly may find yourself performing the same actions over and over again. Whether it be navigating to your home page or opening a new tab, doing these things with the keyboard can become quite monotonous. The Opera web browser for OS X allows you to quickly perform these common tasks by utilizing a combination of mouse gestures and clicks. This tutorial will teach you how to use window mouse gestures to make your online life a lot easier.
Browser: Opera
Platform: OS X
Those of you who browse the Web regularly may find yourself performing the same actions over and over again. Whether it be navigating to your home page or opening a new tab, doing these things with the keyboard can become quite monotonous. The Opera web browser for OS X allows you to quickly perform these common tasks by utilizing a combination of mouse gestures and clicks. This tutorial will teach you how to use window mouse gestures to make your online life a lot easier.
Change Text Size
April 10, 2008
Browser: Safari
Platform: OS X
The size of the text displayed on web pages within your Safari browser may be too small for you to clearly read. On the flip side of that coin, you may find that it is too large for your taste. Safari gives you the ability to easily increase or decrease the font size of all text within a page.
Browser: Safari
Platform: OS X
The size of the text displayed on web pages within your Safari browser may be too small for you to clearly read. On the flip side of that coin, you may find that it is too large for your taste. Safari gives you the ability to easily increase or decrease the font size of all text within a page.
View and Edit Page Source
April 9, 2008
Browser: Opera
Platform: Windows
There are many reasons for wanting to view a web page's source code, ranging from debugging a problem with your own site to just plain curiosity. Whatever your motive, the Opera browser for Windows makes it very easy to accomplish this task. You can elect to view this source from within Opera itself or in another application of your choice. This tutorial shows you how it's done.
Browser: Opera
Platform: Windows
There are many reasons for wanting to view a web page's source code, ranging from debugging a problem with your own site to just plain curiosity. Whatever your motive, the Opera browser for Windows makes it very easy to accomplish this task. You can elect to view this source from within Opera itself or in another application of your choice. This tutorial shows you how it's done.
Manage Downloads
April 8, 2008
Browser: Firefox
Platform: Windows
The Firefox 2 web browser has certain settings that you can modify when it comes to downloading files. This tutorial explains what these settings are and teaches you how to configure them.
Browser: Firefox
Platform: Windows
The Firefox 2 web browser has certain settings that you can modify when it comes to downloading files. This tutorial explains what these settings are and teaches you how to configure them.
Configure Update Settings
April 7, 2008
Browser: Firefox
Platform: OS X
It is very important to keep your Firefox 2 browser updated to the latest and greatest version available. Firefox has its own integrated update mechanism, and its settings can be configured to your liking. Update configuration can be done in a few easy steps, and this tutorial will teach you how it is done.
Browser: Firefox
Platform: OS X
It is very important to keep your Firefox 2 browser updated to the latest and greatest version available. Firefox has its own integrated update mechanism, and its settings can be configured to your liking. Update configuration can be done in a few easy steps, and this tutorial will teach you how it is done.
Import Firefox Bookmarks
April 6, 2008
Browser: Opera
Platform: Windows
Opera gives you the ability to import your stored bookmarks from the Firefox web browser in a quick and easy manner. Once imported your Firefox bookmarks are added, in their own folder, to the bookmarks section of Opera. This tutorial steps you through the importing process.
Browser: Opera
Platform: Windows
Opera gives you the ability to import your stored bookmarks from the Firefox web browser in a quick and easy manner. Once imported your Firefox bookmarks are added, in their own folder, to the bookmarks section of Opera. This tutorial steps you through the importing process.
Import Settings from Other Browsers
April 5, 2008
Browser: Firefox
Platform: Windows
Firefox contains a great feature which allows you to easily transfer settings from other web browsers on your computer. The built-in Import Wizard gives you the ability to import your internet options, cookies, browsing history, saved form history, saved passwords, and favorites. This tutorial steps you through the entire process.
Browser: Firefox
Platform: Windows
Firefox contains a great feature which allows you to easily transfer settings from other web browsers on your computer. The built-in Import Wizard gives you the ability to import your internet options, cookies, browsing history, saved form history, saved passwords, and favorites. This tutorial steps you through the entire process.
Modify Page Setup for Printing
April 4, 2008
Browser: Firefox
Platform: Windows
Your browser allows you to modify many aspects of how a web page is set up before sending it to your printer. This not only includes standard options such as a page's orientation and scale but some advanced features like printing and aligning custom headers and footers. This tutorial explains each customizable option and teaches you how to modify them.
Browser: Firefox
Platform: Windows
Your browser allows you to modify many aspects of how a web page is set up before sending it to your printer. This not only includes standard options such as a page's orientation and scale but some advanced features like printing and aligning custom headers and footers. This tutorial explains each customizable option and teaches you how to modify them.
View Your Plug-ins
April 3, 2008
Browser: Safari
Platform: OS X
In the Safari web browser, plug-ins can be installed to add functionality and enhance the power of the application. Some, such as basic Java plug-ins, may come prepackaged with Safari while others are installed by you. A list of the plug-ins that have been installed, along with descriptions and MIME type information for each, is maintained locally on your computer in HTML format. This list can be viewed from within your browser in just a few short steps.
Browser: Safari
Platform: OS X
In the Safari web browser, plug-ins can be installed to add functionality and enhance the power of the application. Some, such as basic Java plug-ins, may come prepackaged with Safari while others are installed by you. A list of the plug-ins that have been installed, along with descriptions and MIME type information for each, is maintained locally on your computer in HTML format. This list can be viewed from within your browser in just a few short steps.
