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\"Illustration<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Firefox\u2019s address bar just got an upgrade, and it\u2019s all about putting you in control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s faster, easier to use and built to support how you search and browse \u2014 while staying true to what makes Firefox, Firefox: real user choice, strong privacy and transparency<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Built to help you search faster and get things done<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The address bar is where browsing begins. It\u2019s more than a space for URLs. It\u2019s a command center for search, navigation, productivity and discovery. Here\u2019s how we\u2019ve improved it:<\/p>\n\n\n


\n<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd0d Unified search button<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\n \"Firefox\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Choose how you search, right from the address bar<\/strong>
The new search button puts your preferred engines front and center, making it easier to switch between providers and search modes based on what you need. It improves visibility, supports re-running searches with ease, and ultimately reflects something core to Firefox: giving users real choice in how they explore the web.<\/p>\n\n\n


\n<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd0e Easily continue your search<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\n \n \"Firefox\n <\/a>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Keep your original search visible<\/strong>
When you perform a search, your query now remains visible in the address bar instead of being replaced by the search engine\u2019s URL. Whereas before your address bar was filled with long, confusing URLs, now it\u2019s easier to refine or repeat searches. It\u2019s especially helpful for keeping you productive while performing research and multistep tasks.<\/p>\n\n\n


\n<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

\ud83e\udde0 @ Shortcuts<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\n \n \"Firefox\n <\/a>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Search your tabs, bookmarks and history using simple keywords<\/strong>
You can access different search modes in the address bar using simple, descriptive keywords like @bookmarks, @tabs, @history, and @actions, making it faster and easier to find exactly what you need.<\/p>\n\n\n


\n<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

\u26a1 Quick Actions<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\n \n \"Firefox\n <\/a>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Type a command, and Firefox takes care of it<\/strong>
You can now perform actions like \u201cclear history,\u201d \u201copen downloads,\u201d or \u201ctake a screenshot\u201d just by typing into the address bar. This turns the bar into a practical productivity tool \u2014 great for users who want to stay in the flow.<\/p>\n\n\n


\n<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

\ud83e\udded Smart shortcuts<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\n \n \"Firefox\n <\/a>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Do more from your search suggestions<\/strong>
These buttons appear contextually within your search suggestions, offering relevant shortcuts like \u201csearch with [site name]\u201d or \u201cswitch to tab.\u201d They reduce clicks and help users get where they\u2019re going faster.<\/p>\n\n\n


\n<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd10 HTTPS trim<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
\n \n \"Firefox\n <\/a>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cleaner URLs with smarter security cues<\/strong>
We\u2019ve simplified the address bar by trimming \u201chttps:\/\/\u201d from secure sites, while clearly highlighting when a site isn\u2019t secure. This small change improves clarity without sacrificing awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More than a visual refresh<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

These updates are part of a larger direction we\u2019re taking in Firefox \u2014 toward a browser that supports people in all parts of their online lives, from quick lookups to complex research.The new address bar is now available in Firefox version 138. It\u2019s faster, more intuitive and designed to work the way you do.<\/p>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Firefox\u2019s address bar just got an upgrade, and it\u2019s all about putting you in control. It\u2019s faster, easier to use and built to support how you search and browse \u2014 while staying true to what makes Firefox, Firefox: real user choice, strong privacy and transparency. 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