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Why does Firefox for android spring open when I clear notifications or open files?

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Swinglo73
Swinglo73
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Motorola Moto G Latest Firefox for android Android KitKat

Why does Firefox spring open, even after I quit, because I have cleared notifications or opened a file I downloaded. I have double checked Firefox is NOT set to open images or videos automatically, es

Motorola Moto G Latest Firefox for android Android KitKat Why does Firefox spring open, even after I quit, because I have cleared notifications or opened a file I downloaded. I have double checked Firefox is NOT set to open images or videos automatically, es

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guigs
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I understand that Firefox for Android is opening at times that it is not expected to. In order to better investigate this issue, can you please provide a little more information:

  • Do you have it set for any Default apps?
  • What is poping open, and what are the steps you are taking right before it opens?
Swinglo73
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ES File Manager is my default player for almost all media. Firefox is not set to default.

Here is a step by step.

I see a picture I like so I download it. Firefox has now sent me a notification that the download is complete. After eventually closing the browser, I then clear notifications. Upon doing so, Firefox opens, regardless of whether it was running in the background or truly closed.

Thanks