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Why does Firefox keep asking me to open .swf files every 10 seconds?

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Why does Firefox keep asking me to open .swf files every 10 seconds? How can I stop this? Thank you.

Why does Firefox keep asking me to open .swf files every 10 seconds? How can I stop this? Thank you.
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Several others have had this problem. This continues when you restart Firefox, yes?

You may have corrupt sessionstore file(s).

Type about:support in the address bar and press enter.

Under the page logo on the left side you will see Application Basics. Under this find Profile Folder. To it’s right press the button Show Folder. This will open your file browser to the current Firefox profile. Now Close Firefox.

Locate the sessionstore file(s). Then rename or delete them. Restart Firefox.

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I just did that. I'm keeping my fingers crossed. Thank you very much!  :) Alan

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Clear the cache and remove cookies only from websites that cause problems.

"Clear the Cache":

  • Firefox/Tools > Options > Advanced > Network > Cached Web Content: "Clear Now"

"Remove Cookies" from sites causing problems:

  • Firefox/Tools > Options > Privacy > "Use custom settings for history" > Cookies: "Show Cookies"

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Thank you.

I will try it right now.

Alan

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