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Firefox now saves files that I only wanted to open

After today's update to version 98 Firefox keeps saving files to the Downloads folder when I don't want it to, I just want to open them, but not keep them, with this new … (funda kabanzi)

After today's update to version 98 Firefox keeps saving files to the Downloads folder when I don't want it to, I just want to open them, but not keep them, with this new behaviour the Downloads folder keeps filing up with useless clutter.

For example, before the update, when I downloaded a .zip file, a pop-up would show up asking if I wanted to save the file or open it with an application. If I chose to save it it would be saved to the Downloads folder, and if I chose to open it nothing would be saved to the Downloads folder.

After the update, when I download a .zip file, Firefox always saves the file to the Downloads folder, even if I choose to open it.

Can you please tell me if there is a way to make Firefox behave like in the previous version?

Asked by bayus.firestorm 1 unyaka odlule

Answered by bayus.firestorm 1 unyaka odlule

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Firefox saves file when "Open with" is selected.

Hello! I used to be able to open a file (with a program) without it being saved. Ever since 98.0, the "open" option saves the file regardless. I even had to find a work … (funda kabanzi)

Hello!

I used to be able to open a file (with a program) without it being saved. Ever since 98.0, the "open" option saves the file regardless. I even had to find a work around to get the "What should Firefox do with this file?" prompt.

Is this no longer possible?

Thanks.

Asked by zed 1 unyaka odlule

Answered by AliceWyman 1 unyaka odlule

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Add Files to "Files and Applications" to be asked wether to save or to open with...

Hello. I noticed that Firefox (98.0.2) doesn't even ask if the file should be saved or opened with a program when downloading some file types. Unfortunately, these file t… (funda kabanzi)

Hello. I noticed that Firefox (98.0.2) doesn't even ask if the file should be saved or opened with a program when downloading some file types. Unfortunately, these file types (e.g. GPX) are not listed under Settings --> General --> Files and Applications, so that I could assign them to a program or specify that they should always be asked. And I can't add these files somehow... I have also deleted the file "handler.json" in the profile folder, hoping to be asked then. But that doesn't happen. GPX files, for example, are assigned to the GSAK program in the system - but Firefox just wants to save them and doesn't offer the option to open them directly in GSAK. Does anyone know advice how I can get Firefox to give me the choice? Thanks a lot.

Asked by Oliver 1 unyaka odlule

Answered by AliceWyman 1 unyaka odlule

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Stop download drop down box

Hi. Since the last update, everytime I download something, I get a drop down box in the upper right showing me the downloads. I don't need to be shown this every time I d… (funda kabanzi)

Hi. Since the last update, everytime I download something, I get a drop down box in the upper right showing me the downloads. I don't need to be shown this every time I download something. How do I stop this? Thank you.

Asked by Tonester666 1 unyaka odlule

Answered by jscher2000 - Support Volunteer 1 unyaka odlule

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After the new installment of Firefox (98 64bit/Win 11) Downloads list popup every time I download a file

Hi, Since the yesterday installment of Firefox, the Download list popup every time I download a file. I tried to toggle about:config->browser.download.panel.shown->… (funda kabanzi)

Hi,

Since the yesterday installment of Firefox, the Download list popup every time I download a file. I tried to toggle about:config->browser.download.panel.shown->false but every time I download a file in toggle back to true & the list pop up

It's very annoying. Any suggestion please?

Asked by geulim3 1 unyaka odlule

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Google Ad Services is interfering with my websurfing

I seem to have gotten something called Google Ad Services. It frequently interferes with my getting to websites and I cannot find how to block it or remove it. HELP! … (funda kabanzi)

I seem to have gotten something called Google Ad Services. It frequently interferes with my getting to websites and I cannot find how to block it or remove it. HELP!

Asked by Michael Z. Jody 1 unyaka odlule

Last reply by jscher2000 - Support Volunteer 1 unyaka odlule

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Downloads defaulting to 'Downloads' folder despite settings

I've just suddenly had this problem starting today: downloading files through the browser is now automatically sending them to my computer's Downloads folder, even though… (funda kabanzi)

I've just suddenly had this problem starting today: downloading files through the browser is now automatically sending them to my computer's Downloads folder, even though I have my download settings set to 'Always ask you where to save files'. I double-checked to see if my settings had been reset by the update (they had not), and I even unselected and reselected the option to see if that helped anything (it didn't).

Asked by sethmwenger 1 unyaka odlule

Answered by AliceWyman 1 unyaka odlule

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Download window pops up every time I download something

Hi Everyone, Hope someone can help. Whenever I download something, there is a window that pops up with all downloads. How can I stop this as it is quite annoying? … (funda kabanzi)

Hi Everyone,

Hope someone can help. Whenever I download something, there is a window that pops up with all downloads. How can I stop this as it is quite annoying?

Asked by Hardus 1 unyaka odlule

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VPN app purchase

Greetings: I purchased your VPN app less than an hour ago by mistake, not understanding it does not work on my Win7. I tried cancelling payment at PayPal but was told t… (funda kabanzi)

Greetings: I purchased your VPN app less than an hour ago by mistake, not understanding it does not work on my Win7. I tried cancelling payment at PayPal but was told this must be done by Firefox. Can I please cancel this payment since your app is useless to me. Thanx.

Asked by aspidistra 1 unyaka odlule

Last reply by Kiki 9 izinyanga ezidlule

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DELETION AND TERMATION OF MY FIREFOX WITH EMAIL [email address] AS I HAVE A NEW PHONE AND LOST TO THE AUTHENTICATOR CODES AND BACKUP CODES

seburo I NEED HELP I.M REQUESTING FIREFOX ACCOUNT TO DELETE MY FIREFOX ACCOUNT WITH THE EMAIL ADDRESS [email address] FROM THIER SIDE AS I NO LONGER HAVE ACCESS TO IT P… (funda kabanzi)

seburo I NEED HELP I.M REQUESTING FIREFOX ACCOUNT TO DELETE MY FIREFOX ACCOUNT WITH THE EMAIL ADDRESS [email address] FROM THIER SIDE AS I NO LONGER HAVE ACCESS TO IT PRETTY PLEASE

Asked by Donovan 1 unyaka odlule

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Gmail messages

Hello. Is there a way for a fellow gmail user to tell if another recipient who also uses gmail ,if a message they have sent has been opened,and/or forwarded to another gm… (funda kabanzi)

Hello. Is there a way for a fellow gmail user to tell if another recipient who also uses gmail ,if a message they have sent has been opened,and/or forwarded to another gmail user? Thankyou.

Asked by cs999 1 unyaka odlule

Last reply by jscher2000 - Support Volunteer 1 unyaka odlule

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I deleted all bookmarks & several unused apps to create space, but I have now lost Excel and Word! Does anyone know if it possible to get them back? I feel like I have chopped a finger off! Thank you.

I received a few pop up messages saying 86% of memory was in use, so I thought I would look and see if I could remove any memory-guzzling content to free up some space. I… (funda kabanzi)

I received a few pop up messages saying 86% of memory was in use, so I thought I would look and see if I could remove any memory-guzzling content to free up some space. I deleted all my bookmarks and then deleted a few apps for things I never use (games, Skype, Zoom etc...). I have now discovered that Excel and Word, amongst others that I also did not delete, have disappeared too! Is there any way that I can get these back, or undo all the deletions? I am not very tech savvy as you can probably tell. Thank you.

Asked by helen.gray888 1 unyaka odlule

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My Compressed Zip folder disappeared out of my content type under applications. How do I add it back ?

My computer froze opening an pdf file. I had to reboot. When I did I lost my compressed zip folder ? it is not in my content type under applications. How do I add i… (funda kabanzi)

My computer froze opening an pdf file. I had to reboot. When I did I lost my compressed zip folder ? it is not in my content type under applications. How do I add it back ? Help ?

Asked by marci4 1 unyaka odlule

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Lockwise

Lockwise is no longer an effective add-on. Registrations on websites which stipulate a password require the password to include a character in addition to the number and … (funda kabanzi)

Lockwise is no longer an effective add-on. Registrations on websites which stipulate a password require the password to include a character in addition to the number and letter sequence previously stipulated.

Will Lockwise incorporate this new requirement?

Asked by grenville.smith 1 unyaka odlule

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