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Firefox will not open new 'tabs', not sure if its disabled, but does anyone know how to enable the use of my tabs?

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Firefox will not open any tabs on my browser. I've tried using all alternatives to open a new tab - using the 'plus' (+) button doesn't work, 'control + T' doesn't work, going to File and clicking 'new tab' doesn't work either? Help please!

Firefox will not open any tabs on my browser. I've tried using all alternatives to open a new tab - using the 'plus' (+) button doesn't work, 'control + T' doesn't work, going to File and clicking 'new tab' doesn't work either? Help please!

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Uninstall the Ask Toolbar. It can cause that problem.

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You may need to update some plug-ins. Check your plug-ins and update as necessary:

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Uninstall the Ask Toolbar. It can cause that problem.

If that does not solve your problem:


If this reply solves your problem, please click "Solved It" next to this reply when signed-in to the forum.



Not related to your question, but...

You may need to update some plug-ins. Check your plug-ins and update as necessary:

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Your suggestion worked! Thanks!

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