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when I make a change to about:config it does not save

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black02wing
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I'm trying to change keyword search but when i edit about:config and then restart it doesn't save my change

I'm trying to change keyword search but when i edit about:config and then restart it doesn't save my change

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There may be a problem with the file that stores details of the preferences, for details see https://support.mozilla.com/kb/Preferences+are+not+saved

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TonyE
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There may be a problem with the file that stores details of the preferences, for details see https://support.mozilla.com/kb/Preferences+are+not+saved

black02wing
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Thanks I had to delete the .js files as in the info somehow during the conversion from FF3 to FF4 they must have gotten corrupt. all I;ve had to do is redo some of my settings.

TonyE
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You're welcome