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how do i know which plug in is required if it tells me its necessar to do my crossword puzzle/

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BakerzBratt
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A message comes up instead of the crossword puzzle app, telling me I need a plug in to access the app contents. It doesn't however tell me WHICH plug in. Can you tell me how I can find out an apps requirements?

A message comes up instead of the crossword puzzle app, telling me I need a plug in to access the app contents. It doesn't however tell me WHICH plug in. Can you tell me how I can find out an apps requirements?

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FredMcD
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There are two that come to mind.

Java Downloads for All Operating Systems


Make sure your Java (Not JavaScript) is up to date Verify Java and Find Out-of-Date Versions {web link}

Version 8 Update 111 Release date October 18, 2016 http://java.com/en/download/manual.jsp

Flash Player Note: Windows users should download the active_x for Internet Explorer. and the plugin for Plugin-based browsers (like Firefox).

Note: Windows 8 and Windows 10 have built-in flash players and Adobe will cause a conflict. Install the plugin only. Not the active_x.

Flash Player Version: 23.0.0.185 Flash Player (Linux) Version 11.2.202.637

https://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/ Direct link scans current system and browser Note: Other software is offered in the download.

https://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/otherversions/ Step 1: Select Operating System Step 2: Select A Version (Firefox, Win IE . . . .) Note: Other software is offered in the download.

See if there are updates for your graphics drivers https://support.mozilla.org/kb/upgrade-graphics-drivers-use-hardware-acceleration