How do I launch Firefox for Windows 8 Touch?

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This article does not apply to your version of Firefox. To use this feature, please update Firefox to the latest version first.
Note: This article only applies to Windows 8. Please try again on your Windows 8 device.

The latest version of Firefox comes with touchscreen features specially designed for your Windows 8 Touch. We'll show you how to switch to touchscreen mode in just a few, easy clicks.

Add-ons: Some add-ons might not be compatible with Windows 8 Touch mode. To install or manage your add-ons, please switch back to desktop mode.

Launch Firefox in Windows 8 Touch mode

  1. Tap the Firefox button at the top of the window.
  2. Choose Relaunch in Firefox for Windows 8 Touch from the menu.
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  1. Tap the menu button The image "new FX menu" does not exist. to the far right of your toolbar.
  2. On the menu panel, select Windows 8 Touch.
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Firefox will reopen your tabs in Touch mode so you can pick up where you left off!

If Firefox is not your default browser, a dialog window will ask you to choose a browser. Select Firefox from the list to continue.

Switch back to desktop mode

  1. Touch the menu button new win8 menu at the bottom right corner of the screen.
  2. Touch Relaunch in Desktop.
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The next time you open Firefox, it will launch in the last mode you used.

Can't find the Firefox tile on your Start screen?

Firefox comes with a nice, big tile that's easy to recognize and tap.

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If you don't see the tile on your Start screen, check your device's Apps page by dragging the desktop up. Once you've located the Firefox tile in the Apps list, pin it to your Start screen for easy access.

Now that you know how to launch Firefox for Windows 8 Touch, see A quick guide to Firefox for Windows 8 Touch to learn more about Firefox's many features.