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Files that are downloaded disappear from the downloads window.

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kreeds
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Whenever I download a file, it initially appears in the download window. However, once the download is completed, the file is immediately cleared while the blank window remains. How do I fix this?

Whenever I download a file, it initially appears in the download window. However, once the download is completed, the file is immediately cleared while the blank window remains. How do I fix this?

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cor-el
cor-el
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To see all the History and Cookie settings, select:

  • Tools > Options > Privacy > History: Firefox will: "Use custom settings for history"
  • Tools > Options > Privacy > History: [X] "Remember download history"
kreeds
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Aha! Thanks!