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I can't get the new tab button to open a blank tab. Nothing happens when I click on it.

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I think this problem began a few days ago when Firefox automatically upgraded, but I'm not sure. All I know is that when I try to open a new tab by clicking on the new tab button, nothing happens. I do this a lot so it's really frustrating.

I think this problem began a few days ago when Firefox automatically upgraded, but I'm not sure. All I know is that when I try to open a new tab by clicking on the new tab button, nothing happens. I do this a lot so it's really frustrating.

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Uninstall the Ask Toolbar. It can cause that problem. It may have been installed as a "ride-along" add-on with some "free" software that you installed and you failed to un-check the option to install it.


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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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Chosen Solution

Uninstall the Ask Toolbar. It can cause that problem. It may have been installed as a "ride-along" add-on with some "free" software that you installed and you failed to un-check the option to install it.


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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Thanks so much! I tried NOT to get that thing but it came in anyway. I'll keep my eyes open in the future...