Mozilla is giving Firefox’s address bar a major update and wants users to weigh in. The company is testing new features in Firefox Beta 135 to improve how the address bar works. These changes focus on making it easier to discover tools and boosting security. Mozilla is inviting users to try them out during a special event from January 9 to January 15, 2025.
If you’re a fan of testing new features or just like being part of the development process, this is your chance. Mozilla is also offering a little extra motivation: the top five contributors will receive a $50 voucher for Mozilla’s swag store. This means you could walk away with some cool Firefox-branded gear while helping shape the browser.
The planned changes include a “Unified Search Button,” which moves shortcuts in the dropdown menu into a clearer spot and adds labels for better navigation. Another addition, called “Search Term Persistence,” makes it easier to revisit or refine searches. There’s also a new feature for searching directly on websites with built-in search engines. Try it a couple of times, and Firefox will even suggest adding those engines for future use.
Mozilla has also modernized the look of the address bar by introducing “Secondary Action Buttons.” These allow users to access certain features more quickly. The address bar will now support intuitive search keywords like “@tabs” or “@history,” making it easier to jump into specific tasks.
Some Firefox users have taken to the announcement thread on Reddit to share their opinions on the upcoming address bar on Firefox. Here are some of the comments that highlight the overall sentiment:
For Mozilla, this feedback event is more than just about the address bar. It’s an opportunity to involve the community in shaping Firefox’s future. Only time will tell if the team actually listens to the feedback and implements changes accordingly.
If you want to get involved, Mozilla has provided multiple ways to offer feedback. You can test the features, comment on Reddit, or join discussions on Matrix, Mozilla’s open-source chat platform. The event is open to anyone willing to explore these updates and share their thoughts.
Here’s an official video guide to assist you in joining the test:
Dwayne Cubbins
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