Firefox will no longer be so slow to boot up
Firefox 97 is now available for Windows, Mac, Android and iOS
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Mozilla has released the latest version of itsbrowserandFirefox97 includes several new features and fixes across Windows, Mac, and Android.
The first fix will likely be a welcome addition to allFirefox for Androidusers as Mozilla has improved the performance of its browser when cold starting it. This means that the browser will now load up even faster when being launched after restarting yourAndroid smartphone.
Another big fix is the fact that desktop users can now set a default app to open specific file types. By heading to Firefox’s settings, users can choose the application they want to use when opening files such as images, documents and more.
In Firefox 97’s release notes, Mozilla also revealed that 18 colorways were recently removed from its browser. For those unfamiliar,colorwaysallow Firefox users to personalize their browsing experience with a number of themes that were created in partnership with an industry color specialist. It’s also worth noting that each new Firefox release will include its own set of colorways that are available within the browser’s add-ons menu.
Firefox 97
Mozilla has also updated its browser to work better withWindows 11and Firefox now supports and displays the new style of scrollbars in the latest version ofMicrosoft’soperating system.
Meanwhile, on macOS, the company has made improvements to system font loading which makes opening and switching to new tabs faster in certain situations. On theLinuxfront, Mozilla has removed support for directly generating PostScript for printing. However, printing to PostScript printers still remains a supported option.
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In addition to improved performance when launching Firefox from a cold start on Android, the browser now displays a prompt when users attempt to leave private browsing with active downloads so they don’t lose any important information.
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At the same time,Firefox Focusfor Android now has a setting forHTTPS-Only Modeand Mozilla has added the option to give your shortcuts a name.
If you haven’t used Mozilla’s browser in a while, there’s never been a better time to give Firefox another shot especially with itsnew redesignthat launched last summer.
After working with the TechRadar Pro team for the last several years, Anthony is now the security and networking editor at Tom’s Guide where he covers everything from data breaches and ransomware gangs to the best way to cover your whole home or business with Wi-Fi. When not writing, you can find him tinkering with PCs and game consoles, managing cables and upgrading his smart home.
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