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Since today, FF closes browser when closing last tab.

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FredMcD replied 7 years ago
DerSchlumpf
DerSchlumpf

It's like in chrome and thats not good. How can I avoid closing the browser when closing last tab and open a home tab instead? The bug wasn't in the previous version.

It's like in chrome and thats not good. How can I avoid closing the browser when closing last tab and open a home tab instead? The bug wasn't in the previous version.

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FredMcD
FredMcD

Chosen Solution

http://kb.mozillazine.org/About:config_entries Search for; closeWindowWithLastTab

DerSchlumpf
DerSchlumpf Question owner

Thanks a lot! Solved it.

FredMcD
FredMcD

Glad to help. Safe Surfing.