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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Manage Skins
March 23, 2008
Browser: Opera
Platform: Windows
Some folks like to tailor the appearance of their web browser to fit their personality or perhaps to match their mood for that day. Changing your browser’s skin lets you control its overall look and feel by altering things such as button layout and color scheme. With just a few mouse clicks, your browser can sport a fresh coat of paint. Opera makes it simple to change skins and this tutorial will show you just how it's done.
Browser: Opera
Platform: Windows
Some folks like to tailor the appearance of their web browser to fit their personality or perhaps to match their mood for that day. Changing your browser’s skin lets you control its overall look and feel by altering things such as button layout and color scheme. With just a few mouse clicks, your browser can sport a fresh coat of paint. Opera makes it simple to change skins and this tutorial will show you just how it's done.
Report Defects to Apple
March 22, 2008
Browser: Safari
Platform: OS X
If you are a web developer or just an everyday surfer using the Safari browser, you may come across a problem with a web page or with the browser application from time to time. If you feel that the problem may be directly related to Safari itself or if you are unsure, it is good practice to report the issue to the folks at Apple. This is very easy to do and you just might be the difference in getting the defect resolved in a future release.
Browser: Safari
Platform: OS X
If you are a web developer or just an everyday surfer using the Safari browser, you may come across a problem with a web page or with the browser application from time to time. If you feel that the problem may be directly related to Safari itself or if you are unsure, it is good practice to report the issue to the folks at Apple. This is very easy to do and you just might be the difference in getting the defect resolved in a future release.
Import Settings from Other Browsers
March 21, 2008
Browser: Firefox
Platform: OS X
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: OS X
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.
Manage Tabbed Browsing Settings
March 20, 2008
Browser: Internet Explorer 7
Platform: Windows
One of the nice features of IE is the ability to use tabbed browsing. The way your tabs behave can be easily modified to your liking. This tutorial teaches you what these modifications entail and how to make them.
Browser: Internet Explorer 7
Platform: Windows
One of the nice features of IE is the ability to use tabbed browsing. The way your tabs behave can be easily modified to your liking. This tutorial teaches you what these modifications entail and how to make them.
Add Pages to Favorites
March 19, 2008
Browser: Internet Explorer 7
Platform: Windows
IE allows you to save links to web pages as Favorites, making it easy to revisit these pages at a later time. These pages can be stored in sub-folders, letting you organize your saved favorites just the way you want them. This tutorial shows you how this is done.
Browser: Internet Explorer 7
Platform: Windows
IE allows you to save links to web pages as Favorites, making it easy to revisit these pages at a later time. These pages can be stored in sub-folders, letting you organize your saved favorites just the way you want them. This tutorial shows you how this is done.
Add Widgets
March 18, 2008
Browser: Opera
Platform: Windows
The Opera browser gives you the ability to download Widgets, which are Web applications that can be run directly from your desktop. With over 1,000 to choose from, these widgets serve a wide variety of purposes ranging from delivering the latest news to providing guitar tabs for popular songs. Opera makes it easy to obtain new widgets and this tutorial gives some insight on how it's done.
Browser: Opera
Platform: Windows
The Opera browser gives you the ability to download Widgets, which are Web applications that can be run directly from your desktop. With over 1,000 to choose from, these widgets serve a wide variety of purposes ranging from delivering the latest news to providing guitar tabs for popular songs. Opera makes it easy to obtain new widgets and this tutorial gives some insight on how it's done.
Install Extensions
March 17, 2008
Browser: Firefox
Platform: Windows
Extensions are add-ons to Firefox that give your application new functionality. These range from customized news readers to online games. These extensions also provide the ability to tailor your browser's look and feel in several different formats.
Browser: Firefox
Platform: Windows
Extensions are add-ons to Firefox that give your application new functionality. These range from customized news readers to online games. These extensions also provide the ability to tailor your browser's look and feel in several different formats.
Integrated Pop-up Blocker
March 16, 2008
Browser: Internet Explorer 7
Platform: Windows
IE comes with its own pop-up blocker, which is activated by default. The browser allows you to modify some settings such as which sites to allow pop-ups on as well as notification types and preset filter levels. This tutorial explains what these settings are and how to modify them.
Browser: Internet Explorer 7
Platform: Windows
IE comes with its own pop-up blocker, which is activated by default. The browser allows you to modify some settings such as which sites to allow pop-ups on as well as notification types and preset filter levels. This tutorial explains what these settings are and how to modify them.
Add Search Engines
March 15, 2008
Browser: Firefox
Platform: Windows
The Firefox web browser comes with a small amount of default search engines in its Search Bar, located in the top right hand corner of the browser window. Firefox gives you the ability to easily add more search engines by selecting from a predefined list.
Browser: Firefox
Platform: Windows
The Firefox web browser comes with a small amount of default search engines in its Search Bar, located in the top right hand corner of the browser window. Firefox gives you the ability to easily add more search engines by selecting from a predefined list.
Mouse Wheel Gestures
March 14, 2008
Browser: Opera
Platform: Windows
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 Windows 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 mouse wheel gestures to make your online life a lot easier.
Browser: Opera
Platform: Windows
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 Windows 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 mouse wheel gestures to make your online life a lot easier.
