You must have come across a lot of articles with titles like ’10 Best Browser Extensions…’ or ’10 Best Firefox Add-ons…’. Call them browser extensions, plugins or add-ons – they are simple little programs that extend the functionality of the browser. Using these small programs, you can power up your browser to handle a variety of tasks that a browser without these tools would not be able to do. The ultimate goal is to make your online life easier and give you a better browsing experience.
To give you an analogy, think of your browser as a kitchen knife that is pretty much limited to a single task. With a few add-ons and extensions attached, a simple kitchen knife can turn into a swiss knife that can perform many tasks. For example, a browser extension can help you browse through your Facebook Photo Albums, or it can help you manage your bookmarks with an additional toolbar. But unlike a Swiss knife, there is no limit to the number of extensions you can have on your browser.
But how do I install browser extensions?
Today, every worthwhile browser like Microsoft Internet Explorer, Apple Safari, Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox supports extensions and add-ons. Of course, each is coded specifically for each browser. For instance, Google Chrome has its own line of extensions, and they are all available on the Google Chrome Web Store. Similarly, you can find Firefox Add-ons at the Mozilla Add-ons Gallery.
Now let’s do a quick tutorial on how to install browser extensions. We will focus on Firefox and Google Chrome.
Install add-ons for Firefox
Mozilla Firefox Add-ons are neatly organized. You can browse the Featured, Most Popular and Top Rated add-ons. But the best way is to drill down into the categories given in the sidebar. You can also use the search bar. Here are the simple steps once you’ve identified the add-on you want to install. Download and install the very popular Reminders add-on that helps you increase your productivity.
1. Click the big green button that says Add to Firefox.
If the extension is not supported on your version of Firefox browser, it will show up with a ‘Not Compatible’ icon and text marker.
2. You may receive a warning from Firefox asking for permission to install the extension.
3. A second dialog box opens showing a countdown and waiting for you to click Install.
4. The installation is complete after you restart the browser.
5. Your extension may be displayed as an icon in the Extensions bar. If it’s not visible, you can view it by going to View > Toolbars > Add-on Bar
You can also install add-ons using the Add-ons Manager (Tools > Add-ons). The method is similar.
Install extension for Chrome
The Chrome Web Store also makes it easy to access the extension you want. In Chrome, you have a choice between Apps and Extensions. The intentions of both are the same; i.e. to extend the tasks your browser can handle. You can browse the apps or extension categories, or search the store.
Click on the extension you want to download and you will get a screen similar to this. Read the description and user reviews before you click the blue Add to Chrome button. Some apps or extensions may ask you to sign in with your Google account.
Chrome extensions are much simpler to install because you just need to give it permission and then the download will take place in the download bar. There is no need to restart the browser while installing or uninstalling the extension.
Finding and installing add-ons is fun, because you never know which one you’ll keep. Check out the cool add-ons we’ve featured for Firefox and Chrome.
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