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Firefox asking if I want to save "Search" whenever using autosearch on Google.

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Every time I use Google autosearch, a window pops up asking what to do with the "Search" file. It is a JavaScript file.

Every time I use Google autosearch, a window pops up asking what to do with the "Search" file. It is a JavaScript file.

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cor-el
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Clear the cache and the cookies from sites that cause problems.

"Clear the Cache":

  • Firefox/Tools > Options > Advanced > Network > Cached Web Content: "Clear Now"

"Remove Cookies" from sites causing problems:

  • Firefox/Tools > Options > Privacy > Cookies: "Show Cookies"

Start Firefox in Safe Mode to check if one of the extensions (Firefox/Tools > Add-ons > Extensions) or if hardware acceleration is causing the problem (switch to the DEFAULT theme: Firefox/Tools > Add-ons > Appearance).

  • Do NOT click the Reset button on the Safe Mode start window or otherwise make changes.