Why do I have 3 Firefox icons?

Why do I have 3 Firefox icons?

This is about other processes that Firefox opens like content processes and processes for a possible Flash plugin. It is quite normal to see three or more Firefox processes running. You can find the current multi-process state on the Troubleshooting Information (about:support) page.

Did Firefox change icons?

Back in 2019, we updated the Firefox browser logo and added the parent brand logo as a new logo for our broader product portfolio that extends beyond the browser. That bottom middle image with the fox curled around the purple globe is our current Firefox browser logo.

How do I change app icons in Firefox?

Right-click the Mozilla Firefox icon and click “Properties” from the context menu. Click the “Shortcut” tab and select “Change Icon…” to display a list of available icons for Mozilla Firefox.

What is the Firefox Account icon?

The Firefox Accounts toolbar menu icon lets you know when you are signed in and syncing Firefox data across devices, and when you are logged out.

What does the number next to Firefox mean in Task Manager?

Probably that means you have 8 separate Firefox windows open. If you click the little > in the left, you can see more information about the processes (I have 6 separate Firefox windows open): Firefox is a multiprocess application where it is common to see 3-11 instances of Firefox.exe in Task Manager.

What is the animal on Firefox icon?

The animal on the logo is the red panda, a rare and protected species that are only found in Asia. On the Mozilla logo, the panda is embracing the blue globe. The meaning behind this design choice is that the browser works fast and is accessible to users worldwide.

How do I reset my Firefox icon?

Chosen solution

1. Go to Firefox > Help > Troubleshooting Information.
2. Click the “Reset Firefox” button.
3. Firefox will close and reset. After Firefox is done, it will show a window with the information that is imported. Click Finish.
4. Firefox will open with all factory defaults applied.

How do I get the old Firefox logo?

If you are, go download Firefox 69 source and extract it. Alternatively, you can download an older version of Firefox, install it in a temporary folder, and extract the images from Mozilla Firefox\browser\VisualElements folder too. Or, you can download the brand folder alone here.

What happens when I sync Firefox?

Firefox Sync lets you synchronize bookmarks, add-ons, browsing history and other information across multiple devices. This article shows you how to choose these settings. For information on starting a Sync account or managing your devices, see How do I set up Sync on my computer?

How safe is Firefox Sync?

If you have Firefox Accounts and enabled the Sync functionality, your sync login data (usernames, passwords, hostnames) is fully encrypted once it’s created and/or modified. However, Mozilla cannot decrypt your usernames and passwords when they are stored on the sync server.

Why is Firefox a memory hog?

Extensions and themes can cause Firefox to use more system resources than it normally would. To determine if an extension or theme is causing Firefox to use too many resources, start Firefox in its Safe Mode and observe its memory and CPU usage.

How to fix white icons instead of Firefox icons?

You can check for issues with the Windows icon cache. Try to rebuild the icon cache (IconCache.db). In the Process tab, right-click on the Explorer.exe process and select End Process. Open the file picker via “File > New Task (Run)” and click the Browse button.

Where do I find the icons in Firefox?

Open the file picker via “File > New Task (Run)” and click the Browse button. Type or Paste %USERPROFILE%\\AppData\\Local or %LocalAppData% in the File name field (AppData is a hidden folder).

Why does Task Manager show multiple Firefox processes?

This is normal, Mozilla started the switch to using multiple processes a few versions ago, initially with a small number of users, but is is now the default for all. I just did a large Window 10 update.

How do I change my default browser to Firefox?

Type about:preferences#general in the address bar. If you want, turn on Always Check Firefox Default Browser. Right-click one of the shortcuts and select Properties. Under Web Document, press the Change Icon button. Find and select Firefox from the Programs Folders. Make sure that Firefox is your default web browser.