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Unable to upgrade, getting error message The operation can’t be completed because the item “libsoftokn3.dylib” is in use.

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When I try to upgrade Firefox on my MAC I get this error message. Do not know how to find this and close it.

When I try to upgrade Firefox on my MAC I get this error message. Do not know how to find this and close it.

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If there are problems with updating or with the permissions then easiest is to download the full version and trash the currently installed version to do a clean install of the new version.

Download a new copy of the Firefox program and save the disk image (dmg) file to the desktop

  • Trash the current Firefox application to do a clean (re-)install
  • Install the new version that you have downloaded

Your profile data is stored elsewhere in the Firefox Profile Folder, so you won't lose your bookmarks and other personal data.

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Isisombululo esiKhethiweyo

If there are problems with updating or with the permissions then easiest is to download the full version and trash the currently installed version to do a clean install of the new version.

Download a new copy of the Firefox program and save the disk image (dmg) file to the desktop

  • Trash the current Firefox application to do a clean (re-)install
  • Install the new version that you have downloaded

Your profile data is stored elsewhere in the Firefox Profile Folder, so you won't lose your bookmarks and other personal data.

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Thank you, this worked!

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You're welcome