Thursday Thirteen #22 (Revised Number) | Suspension of Disbelief

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Thursday Thirteen

Thirteen Firefox Extentions I Can’t Live Without

We’re all switching over to our personal edition number for the Thursday Thirteen, so this is my 22nd TT!! Woo hoo!

1. A9 Toolbar - This is my absolute favorite Firefox extension! It puts a search engine on your toolbar that works just as well as Google, but for using this search engine, Amazon.com will give you a discount of 1.57% on all orders! It’s not a huge discount, but you’ve gotta use a search engine anyways, you might as well get a discount for it! The search engine also has a sidebar that calls up books from Amazon.com that are relevant to your search (though you can close this option if you want, it’s not disruptive).

2. Calculator - This is another excellent extension. I find myself using the calculator all the time on the computer, and this calculator is exactly like the Windows PowerToy calculator. However, instead of having to go Start->Programs->blah blah blah, you just click a button on your toolbar, and it opens the calculator in a new tab! It’s great :-)!

3. SessionSaver - I have used this one so much. I’m one of those people who will have eight or nine tabs open at any given time, and sometimes I want to remember them all, but I don’t really want to add them to my bookmarks, and I know that I’m going to want to see them all at one time. SessionSaver will save all the tabs that you have open under one convenient bookmark-like option in the tools menu!

4. del.icio.us Complete - Do you use del.icio.us? Then you SHOULD be using this extension! Easy to save new sites to your del.icio.us, and easy to open up your del.icio.us to see your bookmarks!

5. Skype Toolbar for Firefox - This makes phone numbers on webpages clickable so that you can call them through Skype! Want to order a pizza, but need to look up the phone number? Go to yellowpages.com or something, and the phone number will be clickable! Free call from your computer! And if you’re not using Skype . . . oh buddy, we need to talk!

6. Adblock (and also Adblock Filterset.G) - Great for filtering out sites and ads that are just junk or spam. Makes for a cleaner browsing experience ;-)!

7. Google Notebook - Want to remember something about a site? Forget something and need to make a note about it? Google Notebook is the way to go, and there is a very handy extension which makes using Google Notebook so easy that you can’t imagine not using it!

8. 1-ClickWeather - Puts your current weather and a forecast down on the status bar of your browser. Really helpful when you’re trying to get dressed in the morning :-)!

9. PDF Download - Tired of viewing PDFs in your browser and accidentally closing them, only to realize you didn’t save them? PDF Download gives you options for viewing PDFs . . . open it? Save it? The choice is yours . . .

10. FireFTP - Simple and free FTP client that opens in a new tab in your browser. Super easy, super efficient, super necessary.

11. Web Developer - A great toolbar for all web developers. View CSS, view source, disable scripts, auto-enter forms, the works! This toolbar is chock full of goodies!

12. Tabbrowser Preferences - Enhances the simple tab features in Firefox.

13. UI Tweaker (Formerly Toolbar Cleanup) - Allows you to change the settings in Firefox to what works the best for you!

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47 Responses to “Thursday Thirteen #22 (Revised Number)”

Lisa Says: August 2nd, 2006 at 10:14 pm
OOOOH! Sistah girl! These are awesome. Gonna go play with them now. Thanks for a most useful 13!

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MamaDuck Says: August 2nd, 2006 at 10:18 pm
What fun! I love the adsense plugin, the webdeveloper, and stumble ;).

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.5.0.5 on Mac OS X
Mysterious Lady Says: August 2nd, 2006 at 10:43 pm
I’d have to go back through my whole blog to figure out what number this is………..

Everybody seems into firefox. I’m not technical enough to know how to switch.

Using Internet Explorer 6.0 on Windows XP
Southern Girl Says: August 2nd, 2006 at 10:44 pm
Great list! I’ve had Firefox for a while and *love* it, but I’m not up on all the extensions available — I’ll definitely have to make use of some of these. Especially that first one!

Happy TT — mine’s up.

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.0.7 on Windows XP
YellowRose Says: August 2nd, 2006 at 11:09 pm
I’m not on Firefox, but looks like good stuff.

My TT is up!

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Denise Says: August 2nd, 2006 at 11:12 pm
I use both FireFox and Opera. I love them both! Thanks for the tips…especially the calculator!

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.5.0.4 on Windows XP
Christina Says: August 2nd, 2006 at 11:33 pm
I’ve been a faithful Firefox user for quite some time but never realized how many great features it had! (I just now realized that there are different themes for it. It took me SO long, and it was only because a friend pointed them out to me.)

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.5.0.5 on Windows XP
Dariana Says: August 2nd, 2006 at 11:40 pm
I love extensions too. I have way to many to mention but you listed some great ones. Happy TT, mine are up too.

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Les Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 12:25 am
Ok, there are some on your list I am definitely going to check out!!

Happy TT!!

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.0.7 on Windows 2000
Suzy Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 12:39 am
OH I wish wish wish I knew what in the world you are talking about! lol Are there online tutors for this firefox thingy? And if so, where does one find them? I’m so into gadgets that I think firefox and me would get along perfectly….and I’m the type of person that has nine or more tabs open! =o)

Using Internet Explorer 6.0 on Windows XP
Barb Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 12:43 am
I use Firefox, and you’ve given me a few plugins I didn’t know they had - the notebook, for one.Sounds great.

My TT is up.

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Raggedy Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 12:48 am
Very cool list!
I am in the dark ages….
Have a wonderful Thursday…
My TT is up

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kelli Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 1:50 am
I’m not familiar with firefox, but the list sound cool! I will have to look into it!
Have a great Thursday!

Using Internet Explorer 7.0 on Windows XP
laura Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 4:03 am
cool new toys and stuff!
my tt is up.

Using Internet Explorer 6.0 on Windows XP
Tiffany Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 5:12 am
Sweet list! I’m downloading the SessionSaver now Happy TT!

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.5.0.5 on Windows XP
Kailani Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 5:47 am
Thank you for this list. I’m definitely going to check out some of them. Happy T13!

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.5.0.6 on Windows XP
Tink Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 6:34 am
I only recently discovered Firefox, so your list is very welcome. Thanks!

Using Internet Explorer 6.0 on Windows XP
carmen Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 7:33 am
i need to use Firefox more.

Using Internet Explorer 6.0 on Windows XP
Lyn Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 9:01 am
I’m still using IE, so I better get with the program! lol Anyway, my T13 - Various Jobs Edition is up at Bloggin’ Outloud - http://blogginoutloud.blogspot.com/2006/08/t13-various-jobs-edition.html

Using Internet Explorer 6.0 on Windows XP
trish Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 9:26 am
I use IE and Firefox, depending on my mood.. or if something won’t work in IE, I’ll switch to FF. Thanks for an informative TT!
Mine are up.

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Karen Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 11:24 am
I am not on FireFox either, but I will check it out now.

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Write From Karen Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 11:47 am
Oooh, I’m bookmarking these tips! I had to reformat my hard drive a few days ago (darn those hackers!) and I just installed FireFox. I use it occasionally but I’m liking it more and more. These will definitely come in handy! Thanks for sharing!

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.5.0.6 on Windows 2000
The Shrone Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 12:00 pm
I love the calculator! I love all of the nifty things you can add to Firefox. I’ve been using it for a couple of years and it’s so much better!

My TT list is up!

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.5.0.5 on Windows XP
Bug Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 1:12 pm
*chuckle* You should see my FF browser window, I installed the “Pimp Theme” and it’s blingin’

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.5.0.5 on Windows XP
Mrs Lifecruiser Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 1:13 pm
Yes, there really is a lot of very useful extensions to FireFox, Microsoft have to watch out really!!!

Using Internet Explorer 6.0 on Windows XP
Catherine Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 1:40 pm
I have never used Firefox. But you have intrigued me. Hmmm…

Catherine
http://le-mon-ade.blogspot.com
http://angelfoodcakeisntacandle.blogspot.com

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Kimmy Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 2:21 pm
Wow! I’ve been using Firefox for some time now and didn’t realize some super cool things I’ve been missing out on!
Fun list idea… I’m impressed you came up with 13!
Happy T13!

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.5.0.6 on Windows XP
Pass the Torch Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 2:29 pm
I think I REALLY need to get firefox. I’m just a little nervous, I think. But you have 13 great reasons to get over it;)

Thanks for stopping by my TT!

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Nicole Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 2:50 pm
I absolutely love this post. I’m going to have to check these out!!

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Denise Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 4:13 pm
Ok, I’ve been hearing a lot about Firefox lately and now I’m gonna download it when I get home! Happy Thursday!!

Using Internet Explorer 6.0 on Windows XP
mar Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 4:48 pm
Thanks for such an informative TT! I have firefox but still use IE most of the time ::looks ashamed:: Now I have a mission tomorrow: follow your tips! happy TT

Using Internet Explorer 6.0 on Windows XP
Nancy Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 4:56 pm
Thanks for all the cool links. I use Firefox and love it! I also use thunderbird for my email.

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.0 on Windows XP
Momma Bee Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 5:32 pm
Wow, who knew?! (Certainly not me, obviously.)

Thanks for stopping by last week…sorry for being a little late on my return comment!

Have fun with firefox!

Using Internet Explorer 6.0 on Windows XP
Wolfbernz Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 7:26 pm
I don’t use Firefox, but I think I’ll look into it!

Thanks for stopping by!

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c.a. Marks Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 9:16 pm
LOVE the tab tool in Firefox. Thanks for the list and ideas.

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.5.0.5 on Windows XP
Don Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 9:29 pm
Firefox is great althought I don’t know how to use del.icous or what ever. Maybe you could explain it.

Thanks for visiting my site and I hope you’ll be able to participate in the other posts I’ve written.

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.5.0.4 on Windows 2000
Margie Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 10:12 pm
Firefox rocks and here I am commenting via IE7. I so hate the search feature. Take care. -Margie

Using Internet Explorer 7.0 on Windows XP
Natalie Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 10:46 pm
I’ll have to go back & count to see how many I’ve TT’s I’ve participated in.

Thanks for the heads up about my incorrect TT code link. It’s fixed now.

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.0.7 on Windows XP
cat Says: August 3rd, 2006 at 11:23 pm
Gotta love Firefox. How did we ever manage without it?

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.0.7 on Mac OS X
Dane Bramage Says: August 4th, 2006 at 1:40 am
I will try some of these. I have Firefox on two of my machines but they are running Win98 and some of the plugins don’t like that. Thanks for stopping by my T13.

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wrigley Says: August 4th, 2006 at 5:16 am
i’ve been using firefox but am not aware of everything on ur list so thanks! i’ll go check them out now!

thanks for visiting!

Using Mozilla Firefox 1.5.0.6 on Windows XP
~ Stacy ~ Says: August 5th, 2006 at 1:36 pm
Hi Lindsey! Thanks for stopping by my T13 and thanks for the heads up on the TT code. I’ve fixed it now.

Btw…SessionSaver sounds awesome! I would definitely use that extension.

Using Internet Explorer 6.0 on Windows XP
~ Stacy ~ Says: August 5th, 2006 at 1:42 pm
Oh, I forgot to mention… I love the tabs in Firefox!

[heh]

I’m such a geek. Actually, I have been using IE for the most part, mainly because my banking website wouldn’t work right in Firefox. But, my husband just informed me that Firefox now has an add-on that allows one to view IE sites in Firefox. How cool is that?!

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kristarella Says: August 6th, 2006 at 9:07 pm
That’s a lot of extensions! Isn’t FireFox great?!!! I use Web Developer, it’s so handy! I used to use Tabbrowser but I switched to Tab Mix Plus. FTP one sounds cool. I love Flash Block too because I get tired of flash things flashingin my face when trying to read something. I also don’t like flash that much because people use it unnecessarily.

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Angela Says: August 6th, 2006 at 11:55 pm
OK, obviously I am such a dope because I didn’t know what any of this was…I felt like the little kid that the grownups are spelling around. Nice to know that smart people like you are looking at my blog though. Have a great week:-)

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tracifish Says: August 7th, 2006 at 2:48 am
Wow. I have Firefox but have not taken a look at any extentions…Thank you for the list!

http://tracifish7.blogspot.com/2006/08/thursday-thirteen-13-funny-quotes-i.html

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Suspension of Disbelief » Blog Archive » Thursday Thirteen #23 Says: August 10th, 2006 at 1:36 am
[...] A bit of an intro here, LOL! So many people responded to my Firefox Extentions post and my Why I Love Blogging post about technical ineptitude that I decided to make up this post about helpful blogging tech-y things. Please note that this only barely scratches the surface (mostly because I am very novice at all this)! If you want clarification on these things, ask! If I don’t have a clue about what you are curious about, I’ll do my best to point you in the right direction ! 1. Get the right blogging platform. Robin over at PENSIEVE writes “Iâ€™m technically deficient, but I wanna pursue learning more about that side of bloggingâ€¦any suggestions where to begin? (You said â€œask awayâ€ in your profile page, so Iâ€™m a askinâ€™ ).” The beginning seems like a good place to start, LOL! And in my opinion, the first technical thing you need to get straight is your blogging platform. [...]

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