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How to set the home page 326,777
Changes made English only. See discussion this is a test and needs reviewing in due course.
Startup, home page and download settings 138,681
Remove [[Template:backtoOptionsPreferences]] when "Firefox options, preferences and settings" is archived
Remove recent browsing, search and download history 121,336
[Fx21][verdi] Could use a Win XP, Mac and Linux screenshot of the Clear Recent History item in the History menu.
Advanced settings for accessibility, browsing, system defaults, network, updates, and encryption 91,970
Remove [[Template:backtoOptionsPreferences]] when "Firefox options, preferences and settings" is archived
Install Firefox on Mac 79,959
Remove 10.5 in the summary
Flash Plugin - Keep it up to date and troubleshoot problems 78,362
[fx20] Plugin hang UI - see https://support.mozilla.org/forums/knowledge-base-articles/708990#post-50919
New Tab Page – show, hide and customize top sites 64,428
[Fx21] Document Restore All, top of page instead of top of window
Keyboard shortcuts - Perform common Firefox tasks quickly 60,757
[fx19] Add PDF Viewer shortcuts / [fx21] Add Profiler shortcut
Firefox options, preferences and settings 60,223
[verdi] With the new IA sub-topics, this is really the same thing as the sub-topic "Firefox options, preferences and settings ". All of the articles linked from this article are in this sub-topic. We need archive this.
Settings for fonts, languages, pop-ups, images and JavaScript 57,309
Remove [[Template:backtoOptionsPreferences]] when "Firefox options, preferences and settings" is archived
Settings for privacy, browsing history and do-not-track 54,325
[fx22] three states for third-party cookie acceptance (see bug 818340) / Remove [[Template:backtoOptionsPreferences]] when "Firefox options, preferences and settings" is archived
Install an older version of Firefox 51,013
[May 14] Add download links to Fx 20 for Fx 21 users.
View PDF files in Firefox without downloading them 46,336
[Fx19] Add PDF Viewer shortcuts: https://github.com/mozilla/pdf.js/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions#wiki-faq-shortcuts
How do I manage my Firefox Sync account? 45,609
[Outdated] Check and update it
Find and install add-ons to add features to Firefox 42,457
Remove link to "Use extensions to add features to Firefox" (archived) and use of Persona / use showfor winxp, win7, win8
How do I watch Flash videos with Firefox for Android? 41,516
[verdi] This article should be merged with "Firefox for Android supports Flash - learn how to enable it"
Firefox hangs or is not responding - How to fix 41,267
[fx20] Plugin hang UI - see https://support.mozilla.org/forums/knowledge-base-articles/708990#post-50919
Download and install Firefox for Android 39,186
[verdi] This needs to be archived - it was created for the our IA experiment last year and has been replaced by our new IA (Sept 2012). It should also be redirected to "How do I install Firefox on an Android device?"
Tab preferences and settings 37,339
[Fx23] "Always show the tab bar" removed / Remove [[Template:backtoOptionsPreferences]] when "Firefox options, preferences and settings" is archived
Troubleshoot issues with plugins like Flash or Java to fix common Firefox problems 35,703
[Fx21] See discussion: "plugin.expose_full_path" preference not working anymore / [Fx22] Remove plugin.expose_full_path as about:plugins already contains the path
Security and passwords settings 35,500
Remove [[Template:backtoOptionsPreferences]] when "Firefox options, preferences and settings" is archived
Firefox takes a long time to start up 34,393
Use showfor winxp, win7, win8 for Optimize Windows: win8: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/improve-pc-performance / win7: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Optimize-Windows-7-for-better-performance / winxp: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-xp/help/setup/maintenance-improve-performance
Get started with Firefox - An overview of the main features 34,135
[IMPROVE] This article is getting long in the tooth! App Tabs, DNT, Personas, OH MY! Michael should make a new and much shorter video to go with it that doesn't try to jam every single feature into it.
Set how Firefox handles different types of files 25,880
Remove [[Template:backtoOptionsPreferences]] when "Firefox options, preferences and settings" is archived
Block and unblock websites with parental controls 25,556
[Outdated links] Use showfor winxp, win7, win8 / replace XP link with http://www.microsoft.com/download/details.aspx?id=3945 / add Win 8 link: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/set-up-family-safety
Use plugins to play audio, video, games and more 23,729
Remove link to Shockwave (archived) / typo: Internet instead of internet
Recover lost or missing Bookmarks 21,389
[IMPROVE] No bookmarks shown after installing an add-on - Is Windows only and doesn't actually have a solution. Also investigate mysterious new profile on update.
How can I help by submitting mobile performance data? 18,959
[verdi] Remove remaining references to FxOS and the orphan Firefox for Android heading
Firefox for Android supports Flash - learn how to enable it 18,817
[verdi] This article should be merged with "How do I watch Flash videos with Firefox for Android?" Need to add information about devices that still don't support Flash with FIrefox for Mobile and instructions for getting Flash now that it has been removed from the google store. Should also update forum posts about this and add a link back to this article.
Use themes to change the look of Firefox 18,372
How to install themes: remove Persona and update screenshots
Use Tab Groups to organize a lot of tabs 15,065
The "List All Tabs" button is now only shown when you have more tabs than fit on the tab strip so the only sure ways to get into the tab group view is with the keyboard shortcut or by adding the button to your toolbar. The Tab Group button is no longer added automatically when you create your first tab group. https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/tab-groups-organize-tabs/discuss/4655
Firefox's default home page has quick links to common features 14,203
Remove link to "Firefox options, preferences and settings" when that article is archived
Troubleshoot the "Secure Connection Failed" error message 13,754
This article would benefit from screenshots.
Disable third-party cookies in Firefox to stop some types of tracking by advertisers 13,665
[fx22] three states for third-party cookie acceptance (see bug 818340)
Get started with Firefox for Android 13,371
[verdi] Vital content from "Firefox for Android FAQ" should be merged into this article. [m20] customizable home page, private browsing, no Quit menu We need instructions for Android version 4.0+, those without hardware menu button and instructions for tablets as they are different than mobile phones and 7" tablets. -Andrew
Usernames and passwords are not saved 12,309
[fx20] update for private browsing per window + permanent private browsing case
How to make Firefox and websites go full screen 10,667
[Fx14] Native Lion full screen mode for Mac - https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/forums/knowledge-base-articles/708413
How do I tell if my connection to a website is secure? 10,300
[Screenshots] This article would benefit from updated Mac screenshots for Firefox.
How do I install Windows 8 (Metro-style) Firefox? 10,252
Some info can be added to this article about using Metro Fx. See the commented section under Step 2 in the article source.
Firefox for Android FAQ 9,461
[verdi] This article should be archived and vital content merged with "Get started with Firefox for Android" *Verify opening a new tab instructions - Required -Andrew *Verify full screen add-on instructions - Required -Andrew *Verify phony add-on instructions - Required -Andrew *Verify add bookmarks instructions - Required. -Andrew * Fix New Tab instructions ( it should be something like: i) tap the menu (use the template for menu) ii) tap "New Tab" or "New Private Tab" ) - Roland
Getting Started with Firefox OS 8,205
Need change for next update article
Use bookmarks on Firefox for Android to keep track of your favorite websites 7,718
This article needs information about how to delete bookmarks. - IMPT! Also, the screenshots need to be updated.
What to do if Firefox won't play any sounds 7,375
[IMPROVE] Make the video or audio does not play link/solution WAY more prominent. Maybe archive this and put the info in "Fix common audio and video issues"
Clearing cookies, private data, history, and settings in Firefox for Android 7,161
The step-by-step instructions should match the more detailed instructions in the video. There are no instructions for Firefox 14.
How do I clear recent history on Firefox for Android? 7,137
Obsolete. Redirect to "Clearing cookies, private data, history, and settings in Firefox for Android"?
Use tabs to organize lots of websites in a single window 7,003
[fx17] Drop indicator arrow no longer appears when dragging a tab to a new position (Bug 783282). See discussion.
Firefox just updated - why is it asking me to update again? 6,924
This will be obsolete when(if) we stop auto-updating old versions of Firefox.
What is plugin-container 6,819
Rename this article and update for Mac OS - see discussion
Firefox and other browsers can't load websites 5,373
[Outdated links] Replace win links by http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/network-connection-problem-help and Mac links by http://support.apple.com/kb/PH6731 (10.6), http://support.apple.com/kb/PH3773 (10.7), http://support.apple.com/kb/PH10668 (10.8)
Download And Install Applications on Firefox OS 5,085
need to go back to the previous draft and document the marketplace topics when payments are enabled.
Viewing HTML5 audio and video in Firefox 4,559
[fx20] See discussion: Additional HTML5 video/audio playback support coming in Firefox 20?
Mozilla Crash Reporter 4,501
Viewing reports outside of Firefox: Add Windows 8; update instructions for Mac OS X 10.7 and above for opening the ~/Library/ folder, which is hidden by default.
How to stop Firefox from automatically making connections without my permission 4,500
[Fx22] [verdi] New Tab Page opens connections for sites when hovering over thumnails. There isn't a way to turn this off - workaround is to turn off new tab page thumbnails. See https://etherpad.mozilla.org/sumo-fx22
Firefox is stuck in Safe Mode 4,022
[IMPROVE] Safe Mode is the fallback mode when startup crashes. Explain this and add a link to https://support.mozilla.org/kb/firefox-crashes-troubleshoot-prevent-and-get-help
PDF files are blank and can't be downloaded on Mac 3,946
[fx19] Add info about using the built-in PDF viewer
Send performance data to Mozilla to help improve Firefox 3,737
[fx20] Moved from General tab to Data Choices tab
Firefox mobile for Android tutorials 3,126
[m15] Update videos: desktop view
What is Persona and how does it work? 2,950
Make "Persona popup window is blank" product specific (FxOS, Android, desktop)
Change the look of Firefox for Android using themes 2,633
[m19] add {for not m19}[[T:ApplytoFx|channel=Release|slug=mobile]]{/for} at the beginning
How does Facebook Messenger for Firefox work? 2,430
[Fx22][verdi] Removing messenger happens via the new services pane of the add-ons manager - new link in the facebook menu in fx 22 - see https://etherpad.mozilla.org/sumo-fx22
Personalize Firefox - an overview of customization options 2,059
[Fx22] [verdi] Should add a section about "Firefox Services" linked to https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/firefox-services-add-social-features-your-browser - for more info see https://etherpad.mozilla.org/sumo-fx22
Customize controls and options on Firefox OS 2,030
Instructions need verifying,
Warning Unresponsive plugin - What it means and how to fix it 2,010
Now approved! Article needs a Template:ShareArticle with shortlink.
How does Firefox for Android Provide Secure Mobile Browsing? 1,449
Encapsulate the Phishing and malware protection section with {for m18} {/for}
Using Master Password on Firefox for Android 1,413
screenshots should be changed to ICS and then we can set this ready for localization
How to fix common problems with Firefox OS Developer Preview 1,314
lock/unlock screen do not track delete browser cookies/cache toggle wifi for performance turn off auto-adjust brightness watch videos download content view PDFs copy URL/share URL add music files turn off dialer sounds sync google contacts/vcf contacts (not supported) can't get to map from the Here screen how to go 'back' how to forget wifi network why that ugly screen after I take a picture ...
How do I use Facebook, Google, Twitter, and Youtube on Firefox OS? 1,030
Stub article to document all the ways to use & configure the major media/social sites. (We will need something similar for the locales.) Twitter (mktplace app, e.me app, browser) Facebook (contacts, e.me., browser, phone top) YouTube (video app? e.me, browser) Google (e.me apps, browser, gmail/email, calendar google calendar)
Search and Find tools in Firefox for Android 1,024
[m20] update Search Suggestion Setting to indicate "Search suggestion URLs go directly to URL instead of search"
How to enable Reader Mode in Firefox for Android? 844
disabled if less than 384MB free RAM, add {for not m16}[[T:ApplytoFx|channel=Release|slug=mobile]]{/for} at the beginning
How do I share Firefox between people on a computer? 807
Summarize the summary (less than 160 characters) / use showfor winxp, win7, win8 / add Win 8 link: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/create-user-account /
Contributor News & Resources 791
Update the roadmap, the time of weekly meetings (9AM PDT), weekly KB meetings (9AM PDT), weekly mobile meetings (3PM PDT), remove Mobile Site in Help Wanted
Using The SMS Application On Firefox OS 544
Replace SMS app by Messages app (official name - see http://hg.mozilla.org/gaia-l10n/en-US/file/default/apps/sms/manifest.properties)
Privacy and Security settings for Firefox OS 513
browser steps could use another screenshot to show the gear button
How to use TalkBack support in Firefox for Android for accessibility 499
[m16] See comments in the wiki source. Changes should be tested/verified [verdi] This article should be merged with "Mobile Accessibility Features"
Use gestures in Firefox for Android 481
[m20] HTML5 context menus support for long tap - see https://support.mozilla.org/forums/knowledge-base-articles/708990#post-50919
What is the Firefox Marketplace? 454
"What devices are supported?" section: remove ref. to Aurora, add showfor m18 for the Android part, add Firefox OS phones, replace MDN link by https://developer.mozilla.org/docs/Web/Apps
Memory constraints, Firefox performance and Firewalls 436
Merge useful things in this article into https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/firefox-uses-too-much-memory-ram - See discussion as well.
Getting online using WiFi on Firefox OS 352
Need to document "Connect with WPS" item in WiFi menu. also add a tip about enabling wifi from the utility tray with with a new graphic.
Composing and Sending Email on Firefox OS 256
We need contributors to test these instructions to check their clarity.
How to navigate and find Apps in the Firefox Marketplace 250
Add section to reflect how to install apps that have been previously installed or sent from your computer (when feature is ready - Q1)
Firefox OS FAQ 248
This article should be updated to include the following: can't see usage data, can't send a picture, can't connect to bluetooth, can't get notifications, can't change wallpaper, can't download update, can't install update, loading apps in firefox offline mode, can't login to websites Need's Share Article Template!
Navigate between open applications in Firefox OS 247
Should we call this the "App Manager", "App Switcher" or should we use the word "Application" ? Needs to be updated for new look in v.1.01 - [iNerd]
How do I quickly search inside my Firefox OS phone? 241
Need article for search implementation -Andrew (feer56)
Playing Music on Firefox OS 191
Needs major work!
Enable Bluetooth 189
This content needs to be checked, it is made up before bluetooth actually worked. It also could use an image of the settings tray. Add: We need this to be tested on an actual device to confirm instructions are correct and notification messages are correct.
Set SIM PIN on Firefox OS 184
We need more accurate instructions for this - we need somebody with actual device and SIM -Andrew (feer56)
Accessing navigation and local information on Firefox OS 147
Need more tips and tricks for this article. -Andrew (feer56)
Compose an email from the Contacts app 120
is this article finished? Should we make audio and video for it?
Check the battery level 101
Need to update this article, it no longer estimates a battery duration and now it have power-saving feature with a way to automatically turn it on. A tip to add to this might also be using the utility tray to enable this?
How to localize the SUMO interface 96
Update for the new mobile site
How the Knowledge Base works 93
Still work in progress
Mobile Accessibility Features 64
[verdi] This article should be merged with "How to use TalkBack support in Firefox for Android for accessibility"
User Feedback Report 21
Archive this?
How To Participate In SUMO Contributor Meetings 9
adding details about the meeting, check if it is ready for l10n
Template:backtoOptionsPreferences 9
Archive along with "Firefox options, preferences and settings"
Template:androidmenu 4
This template should/could be reconciled with https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/templateandroidmenulocation We'll need to generate a list of all the articles using these templates.
Translate websites in Firefox 4
[Needs Draft] Edit the article to see notes.
Template:testedphones 3
Add missing phones from https://github.com/mozilla/bedrock/blob/master/media/devices.csv
Template:testedtablets 1
Add missing tablets from https://github.com/mozilla/bedrock/blob/master/media/devices.csv
Template:syncsetup10phone
I don't think we need this until you can truly set up sync from your mobile device