Use the Firefox Sidebar to access bookmarks, history and synced tabs

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Please update Firefox to the latest version to enjoy this improved feature.

The latest version of Firefox (30 and above) now comes with a convenient sidebar button which lets you access your bookmarks, history and favorite social features in one click. This article shows you how to add and use this feature.

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Add the sidebar button to your Firefox controls

  1. Click the menu button Fx89menuButton, then click More tools and select Customize Toolbar… A panel will open with all the controls you can add to Firefox.
  2. Drag and drop the Sidebar button to your menu or toolbar. It's your choice!
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  3. Click on the green Exit Customize button to save your changes.
To learn more about customizing your Firefox buttons and toolbars, see Customize Firefox controls, buttons and toolbars.

Toggle your sidebar on and off

  1. Simply click on the sidebar button, then click the on option that you'd like to load.
  2. To turn off the sidebar, click on the sidebar button again, and then click to uncheck the option that you'd like to turn off.
Add more fun to your sidebar: Now that you know the basics, learn how to add social features or find an add-on to add more content to your sidebar.