Firefox locks up when I open Youtube videos
When I open up a Youtube video, either in the same or different tab, Firefox stopped responding for about 10-15 seconds, even before I can even click on it if it's a new tab, and I can't click on anything. After that, it works fine. I think it only freezes on long videos, but I haven't fully tested which videos will freeze it and which won't
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Separate Issue; Your System Details shows;
Installed Plug-ins
Shockwave Flash 30.0 r0
Shockwave Flash 32.0 r0
Having more than one version of a program may cause issues.
You must remove the older programs. Then get the current full installer.
Flash: Grab the uninstaller from here: Uninstall Flash Player | Windows {web link} Uninstall Flash Player | Mac {web link}
Then reinstall the latest version.
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 32.0.0.156
https://get.adobe.com/flashplayer/ Direct link scans current system and browser Note: Other software is offered in the download. <Windows Only>
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. <Windows Only>
See if there are updates for your graphics drivers https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/upgrade-graphics-drivers-use-hardware-acceleration
Youtube currently uses the HTML5 player.
https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/fix-common-audio-and-video-issues
Start Firefox in Safe Mode {web link}
A small dialog should appear. Click Start In Safe Mode (not Refresh). Is the problem still there?
Yeah, whern I start it in safe mode the problem is still there
Start your Computer in safe mode with network support. Then start Firefox. Try Secure websites. Is the problem still there?
http://encyclopedia2.thefreedictionary.com/Linux+Safe+Mode Starting Any Computer In Safe Mode; Free Online Encyclopedia