[Bug]: Browser.tabs.groups.enabled Not Working

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Bug: Browser.tabs.groups.enabled Not Working

Firefox has introduced a feature called tab groups, which allows users to organize their tabs into groups for better navigation and productivity. However, some users have reported that the browser.tabs.groups.enabled preference is not working as expected. In this article, we will delve into the issue, provide step-by-step instructions on how to reproduce it, and discuss possible solutions.

Before submitting this issue, we have checked the following:

  • We have checked the existing/closed issues to ensure this issue has not already been reported.
  • We are using the latest supported version of the browser.
  • We have tried disabling all browser extensions/add-ons to rule out interference from these.
  • We have tried clearing the browser cache and cookies.
  • We have checked with a new profile and the issue still occurs.
  • We have provided detailed step-by-step instructions on how to reproduce the issue.
  • We have included relevant screenshots or console outputs.
  • We have checked that this problem is not occurring in the latest version of Firefox ESR.
  • This issue is specific to this browser and does not occur in other browsers.

The browser.tabs.groups.enabled preference is not working as expected. When set to true, the "add tab to group" option is not enabled, preventing users from creating tab groups.

To reproduce this issue, follow these steps:

  1. Open Firefox and type about:config in the address bar.
  2. Accept the warning and search for browser.tabs.groups.enabled.
  3. Double-click on the preference to set it to true.
  4. Go to a new tab and try to create a new group by clicking on the "Add tab to group" option.

When browser.tabs.groups.enabled is set to true, the "add tab to group" option should be enabled, allowing users to create new groups.

When browser.tabs.groups.enabled is set to true, the "add tab to group" option is not enabled, preventing users from creating new groups.

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11.26.1 (64-bit)

win 10

We have tried clearing the browser cache and cookies, disabling all browser extensions/add-ons, and creating a new profile, but the issue still occurs.

Based on the information provided, here are some possible solutions:

  • Update to the latest version of Firefox.
  • Disable all browser extensions/add-ons and try again.
  • Clear the browser cache and cookies and try again.
  • Create a new profile and try again.

The browser.tabs.groups.enabled preference is not working as expected, preventing users from creating tab groups. We have provided step-by-step instructions on how to reproduce the issue and discussed possible solutions. We hope that this article will help to the root cause of the issue and provide a solution for users who are experiencing this problem.

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  • We have checked the Firefox documentation and found that the browser.tabs.groups.enabled preference is supposed to enable the "add tab to group" option.
  • We have tried searching for similar issues on the Firefox support forum and found none.
  • We have tried contacting the Firefox support team and received no response.
    Q&A: Browser.tabs.groups.enabled Not Working

In our previous article, we discussed the issue of browser.tabs.groups.enabled not working as expected in Firefox. In this article, we will provide a Q&A section to help users who are experiencing this issue.

A: The browser.tabs.groups.enabled preference is a setting in Firefox that enables or disables the tab groups feature. When set to true, it allows users to create and manage tab groups.

A: There could be several reasons why the browser.tabs.groups.enabled preference is not working. Some possible reasons include:

  • Outdated Firefox version
  • Disabled browser extensions/add-ons
  • Corrupted browser cache and cookies
  • Conflicting browser settings

A: To enable the browser.tabs.groups.enabled preference, follow these steps:

  1. Open Firefox and type about:config in the address bar.
  2. Accept the warning and search for browser.tabs.groups.enabled.
  3. Double-click on the preference to set it to true.

A: The "add tab to group" option is not enabled because the browser.tabs.groups.enabled preference is not set to true. To enable the "add tab to group" option, set the browser.tabs.groups.enabled preference to true.

A: No, you cannot create tab groups without enabling the browser.tabs.groups.enabled preference. The browser.tabs.groups.enabled preference is required to enable the tab groups feature.

A: To troubleshoot the issue, try the following:

  • Update to the latest version of Firefox
  • Disable all browser extensions/add-ons and try again
  • Clear the browser cache and cookies and try again
  • Create a new profile and try again

A: Yes, you can contact the Firefox support team for help. You can submit a support request on the Firefox support website or contact them through their social media channels.

A: Yes, there are known issues with the browser.tabs.groups.enabled preference. Some users have reported that the preference is not working as expected, and some have reported that it is causing issues with other browser features.

We hope that this Q&A article has helped to answer some of the common questions about the browser.tabs.groups.enabled preference not working. If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.

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