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Importing bookmarks does not work. Why?

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RainSong
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I tried following directions to import from IE (I'm running v8) but the FireFox 'File' menu link 'Import' is grayed out and doesn't work. I've already created the HTML file from IE. This is on a Windows Vista PC.

I tried following directions to import from IE (I'm running v8) but the FireFox 'File' menu link 'Import' is grayed out and doesn't work. I've already created the HTML file from IE. This is on a Windows Vista PC.

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Michael Verdi
Michael Verdi
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Here's how to do it: Import Bookmarks from an HTML file

cor-el
cor-el
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Make sure that you do not run Firefox in permanent Private Browsing mode.

  • https://support.mozilla.com/kb/Private+Browsing
  • You enter Private Browsing mode if you select: Tools > Options > Privacy > History: Firefox will: "Never Remember History"
  • To see all History and Cookie settings, choose: Tools > Options > Privacy, choose the setting Firefox will: Use custom settings for history
  • Deselect: [ ] "Permanent Private Browsing mode"