How to Install Firefox Extensions
Open Firefox., Access the Add-ons interface., Search for add-ons., Press the “Install” button next to your desired extension.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Open Firefox.
This can be accessed from Start > All Apps (or All Programs) > Firefox on Windows and Applications > Firefox on OSX. -
Step 2: Access the Add-ons interface.
Go to Settings (☰) > Add-ons.
This page will display any installed extensions.
From here you can update, remove, or search for new extensions and add-ons.
This page can also be accessed by typing “about:addons” into the address bar. , Select "Get Add-ons" if it is not selected by default.
Select the search bar and enter your desired extension. , Firefox will automatically download and install the add-on/extension.
Firefox will also notify you if a restart is required to use your new extension.
An icon for your newly installed add-on will appear in the toolbar on the right.
This is often a quick way to access that extension’s settings. -
Step 3: Search for add-ons.
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Step 4: Press the “Install” button next to your desired extension.
Detailed Guide
This can be accessed from Start > All Apps (or All Programs) > Firefox on Windows and Applications > Firefox on OSX.
Go to Settings (☰) > Add-ons.
This page will display any installed extensions.
From here you can update, remove, or search for new extensions and add-ons.
This page can also be accessed by typing “about:addons” into the address bar. , Select "Get Add-ons" if it is not selected by default.
Select the search bar and enter your desired extension. , Firefox will automatically download and install the add-on/extension.
Firefox will also notify you if a restart is required to use your new extension.
An icon for your newly installed add-on will appear in the toolbar on the right.
This is often a quick way to access that extension’s settings.
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