Some sites can startle you by auto-playing a video you didn't know it had. This can be distracting and unpleasant, but the good news is that there is something you can do about it. You can mute those tabs so you can continue with your work and not get distracted by videos you're not interested in. You can use an integrated option, or you can go with an extension, whatever works … [Read more...] about How to Mute Tabs on Chrome, Firefox, and Edge
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Windows: Cannot Connect to Certain Web Sites
If you can't connect to certain web sites using your favorite web browser even though you have an Internet connection, there could be several reasons why. Here are a few things you can try to clear up the problem. Symptom: In Google Chrome you may get an "Unable to connect to the Internet" message. In Firefox you get "Firefox can't establish a connection to the … [Read more...] about Windows: Cannot Connect to Certain Web Sites
How to Enable or Disable Webcam Access for Opera, Firefox, Brave and Chrome Browser
Your browser will ask you for all sorts of permissions, and one of those permissions will be to access your webcam. If you use your browser for something that requires the use of your webcam, then it makes sense that the browser will ask you for that permission. But if you don't feel comfortable giving permission, you can disable it by following a few simple steps. … [Read more...] about How to Enable or Disable Webcam Access for Opera, Firefox, Brave and Chrome Browser
How to View the Browser Version for Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Opera, Brave and Edge
You might have to see what version your browser is running on only when a new feature comes out. You read that it is only available for browsers running on a specific version, so that's when you try to remember if your browser is up to date. That's when you go into Settings and try and find out. Since it's not something you view often, you might forget what steps you need to … [Read more...] about How to View the Browser Version for Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Opera, Brave and Edge
How to Add a Home Page in Firefox, Opera and Edge
When you add a home page to your favorite browser, you can access your favorite sites faster. For example, by adding TechniPages to your home page, you can see what's new without having to open anything yourself. You could open them manually, but why do that when the browser can do it for you. You will need to spend a few minutes setting it up, but once you're done, you'll … [Read more...] about How to Add a Home Page in Firefox, Opera and Edge
How to Enable Dark Mode in Firefox
There is just something about the dark mode that makes us want to enable it if an app or browser has it. It's easier on your eyes which makes it easier to work with. If you've never used dark mode before, don't worry if you want to give it a try. If you don't like what you see, you can always change it. You can also choose from the many theme options Firefox has to offer. … [Read more...] about How to Enable Dark Mode in Firefox
What to Do When Firefox Won’t Load a Page
It can be nerve-wracking when you need to use Firefox, and the pages won't load. You tried to restart the browser, but that doesn't work. You also try to wait it out, hoping it is only a temporary problem, but nothing changes. The good news is that there is something you can try to get the Firefox tabs working again. … [Read more...] about What to Do When Firefox Won’t Load a Page
How to Make Windows Desktop Shortcut for Specific Browser
Some web applications just work better in certain browsers. If you have Microsoft Windows set to use Chrome as your default browser, but you want to use a desktop shortcut to open a specific site in Microsoft Edge. Or maybe another website icon that will only work in Firefox. Creating a shortcut to a web document won't work. However, you can open a URL using a shortcut to a … [Read more...] about How to Make Windows Desktop Shortcut for Specific Browser
How to Take a Scrolling Screenshot on Firefox and Chrome
When you're not sure if your browser does something, you may wonder if you're going to need to install a new extension. But, when it comes to taking screenshots on Firefox, you won't need them. On the other hand, with Chrome, you will need it, but it's straightforward to use, and it also gives you the options you need on what to do with the screenshot once you have it. … [Read more...] about How to Take a Scrolling Screenshot on Firefox and Chrome
Picture-in-Picture Mode in Firefox: How to Turn It On
Do you like to have a video playing while you work? Some people need some background noise, while others need complete silence. If you need some background noise, Firefox's picture-in-picture is a great way to watch videos without being too disturbing. … [Read more...] about Picture-in-Picture Mode in Firefox: How to Turn It On