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My bookmark folders randomly move on my bookmark toolbar; how do I fix this?

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I have my bookmarks arranged in folders along my bookmark toolbar. My folders and the bookmarks in the folders rearrange themselves out of the order I have put them into. Is there a fix for this?

I have my bookmarks arranged in folders along my bookmark toolbar. My folders and the bookmarks in the folders rearrange themselves out of the order I have put them into. Is there a fix for this?

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You can check for problems with the places.sqlite database file in the Firefox profile folder.

If you use Sync then best is to disconnect Sync (temporarily) while performing maintenance/repair efforts to the places.sqlite database.

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Are you using Sync to sync bookmarks between devices?

Start Firefox in Safe Mode to check if one of the extensions (Firefox/Tools > Add-ons > Extensions) or if hardware acceleration is causing the problem.

  • Switch to the DEFAULT theme: Firefox/Tools > Add-ons > Appearance
  • Do NOT click the Reset button on the Safe Mode start window
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It appears to be a sync problem. Is there a way to wipe my sync account and start over?

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Resetting the password for your Firefox Account will wipe your data from the Sync server.

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You can check for problems with the places.sqlite database file in the Firefox profile folder.

If you use Sync then best is to disconnect Sync (temporarily) while performing maintenance/repair efforts to the places.sqlite database.