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What file captures open tabs for each session?

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ainmtin
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FF on my imac crashed, and when it finally did re-start, it did not open up the tabs that had been open at the last session.

I use time machine daily, so I can restore my old tabs if I can find out what file FF uses to record open tabs for each session.

Thanks. Mac

FF on my imac crashed, and when it finally did re-start, it did not open up the tabs that had been open at the last session. I use time machine daily, so I can restore my old tabs if I can find out what file FF uses to record open tabs for each session. Thanks. Mac

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hi ainmtin, please refer to the following blog post with more information on the subject: https://dutherenverseauborddelatable.wordpress.com/2014/06/26/firefox-the-browser-that-has-your-backup/

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philipp
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hi ainmtin, please refer to the following blog post with more information on the subject: https://dutherenverseauborddelatable.wordpress.com/2014/06/26/firefox-the-browser-that-has-your-backup/

ainmtin
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philipp said

hi ainmtin, please refer to the following blog post with more information on the subject: https://dutherenverseauborddelatable.wordpress.com/2014/06/26/firefox-the-browser-that-has-your-backup/

Thanks a million.

John99
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Another blog with a useful explanation of the files used.