Create TinyURL in Firefox - Easy Method
Simplifying Long Links with TinyUrl Creator for Firefox
Have you encountered the issue of excessively long web addresses when sharing them via email or instant messaging? These lengthy URLs can often be truncated or broken during transmission. A solution to this common problem lies in utilizing a link shortening service, such as TinyUrl.
For frequent users of link shortening, the TinyUrl Creator extension for Firefox provides a streamlined and efficient method for generating and managing shortened links. It greatly simplifies the process of creating TinyUrls and accessing previously created ones.
Creating Shortened Links
After installation, shortening a link is remarkably simple. Just right-click on any hyperlink and select the "Create TinyURL for this Page" option.
By default, a confirmation message will appear, indicating that the newly generated short link has been copied to your clipboard.
Saving Links Within the Extension
Alternatively, clicking the "Save" button allows you to store the shortened URL directly within the extension.
It’s important to note that this saving function differs from bookmarking; the link is stored within the extension’s dedicated saved panel.
Accessing Saved TinyURLs
To review your previously saved shortened links, navigate to Tools > TinyUrl Creator > View Saved.
This will display a list of your saved links, from which you can easily copy the TinyURL to your clipboard. This feature proves particularly useful for frequently used links.
Customizing Confirmation Dialogs
The extension offers an option to suppress the confirmation dialog that appears after each link creation. You can find this setting within the TinyUrl options panel and check the box labeled "Do not show confirmation dialog upon TinyUrl creation".
However, it has been observed that this setting may not consistently function as intended, and the confirmation dialog may still appear.
Overall, the TinyUrl Creator extension provides a convenient and nearly effortless way to manage shortened links within the Firefox browser.
Download TinyUrl Creator from Mozilla Add-ons.