Organize Firefox Search Engines | Firefox Tips & Tricks

Streamlining Firefox Search Plugins

For Firefox users who utilize numerous search plugins, a more efficient organization method than a lengthy drop-down menu can be highly beneficial.

The Organize Search Engines extension provides a solution, enabling the categorization of all search engines into folders.

Following installation, access the "Manage Search Engines" section to begin customization.

You will discover options to establish folders and separators, mirroring the functionality found within the bookmark management dialog.

It’s crucial to remember to confirm your changes by clicking the OK button before closing the dialog, as alterations may not be saved otherwise.

Accessing Folders

Once folders are created, switching between search engines is accomplished through the standard drop-down menu.

The extension’s utility is significantly enhanced when paired with the Context Search extension.

This combination allows users to right-click on selected text within a webpage and choose a search engine directly from their organized folders.

During testing, the "Edit Keyword" feature proved non-functional.

This is potentially due to a conflict with another extension currently installed.

Organize Search Engines: Available from Mozilla Add-ons (discontinued).

Context Search: Available from Mozilla Add-ons.