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Firefox introduces Mini Window feature for detached, always-on-top web content
Key points
- Firefox introduces a new "Mini Window" feature.
- Mini Window detaches web pages into a separate, compact window.
- Detached windows remain on top of other applications.
- Feature is in beta, slated for stable release on November 10.
New Mini Window Feature in Firefox
Mozilla has introduced a new feature called "Mini Window" for its Firefox browser. This functionality allows users to take an open tab or a section of a tab and move it into a separate, smaller window. The Mini Window is designed to appear like a web application, initially without typical browser interface elements such as an address bar or navigation buttons.
Functionality and User Experience
When a user hovers their cursor over a Mini Window, essential browser controls like the address bar, back/forward/reload buttons, and a close button become visible. A key aspect of the Mini Window is its "always-on-top" behavior, meaning it remains visible over other Firefox windows and applications. This design aims to facilitate multitasking, particularly for users with limited screen space who need to reference web content while performing other tasks.
Availability and Release Schedule
The Mini Window feature is currently in beta and is available in Firefox Nightly, the alpha version of the browser. Users can install Firefox Nightly alongside their stable Firefox release to test the feature. Mozilla plans to integrate the Mini Window into the stable version of Firefox on November 10, at which point it will be accessible to all users through a standard browser update.
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Reporting from
Mozilla's Firefox browser is rolling out a new "Mini Window" feature, currently in beta, which allows users to detach web pages into a compact, always-on-top window. This feature is designed for multitasking, enabling users to reference content while working in other applications or browser tabs. The Mini Window is expected to move from Firefox Nightly to the stable release on November 10.