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Diarkib

I can open firefox but cannot type anything in the search areas .

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cb1kennedy

I have downloaded the latest version of firefox and can open the browser but cannot type anything in the search bars. Each time I press any key the bar stays blank. Any Adivice?

I have downloaded the latest version of firefox and can open the browser but cannot type anything in the search bars. Each time I press any key the bar stays blank. Any Adivice?

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In case one of your extensions is incompatible with the new style search bars in Firefox 34, could you test in Firefox's Safe Mode? That's a standard diagnostic tool to deactivate extensions and some advanced features of Firefox. More info: Use Troubleshoot Mode in Firefox.

If Firefox is running: You can restart Firefox in Safe Mode using either:

  • "3-bar" menu button > "?" button > Restart with Add-ons Disabled
  • Help menu > Restart with Add-ons Disabled

Not all add-ons are disabled: Flash and other plugins still run

After Firefox shuts down, a small dialog should appear. Click "Start in Safe Mode" (not Reset).

If Firefox is not running: Hold down the Shift key when starting Firefox.

A a small dialog should appear. Click "Start in Safe Mode" (not Reset).

Any difference?