Remove Text Formatting in Firefox - Simple Guide
Simplifying Text Copying in Firefox
Do you find yourself frequently needing to strip formatting from copied text in Firefox before using it elsewhere, often resorting to pasting into a text editor like Notepad? Discover how the Copy Plain Text extension streamlines this process.
The Problem with Standard Copying
Typically, when copying content from a webpage, all formatting – including embedded links, bold headers, and varying text sizes – is also transferred. The standard “Context Menu” usually provides only a single “Copy Command,” ensuring that formatting is included.
Consider the result of pasting text copied in this manner into Microsoft Word. The links remain active, the text is formatted in bold where intended, and different font sizes are preserved. This can be cumbersome when clean, unformatted text is required.
The Solution: Copy Plain Text
Installing the Copy Plain Text extension significantly alters the “Context Menu” after selecting text. It introduces a choice: retain the existing formatting or completely eliminate it during the copy process.
This provides greater control and allows for immediate use of the copied text without the need for additional cleanup steps.
Extension Options
The Copy Plain Text extension offers straightforward configuration options. Users can easily enable or disable features to customize the extension’s behavior.
A particularly useful option allows you to designate plain text copying as the “default copy action,” eliminating the need to manually select it each time.
In Conclusion
For anyone seeking a more efficient method to remove formatting from copied webpage text within Firefox, the Copy Plain Text extension is a valuable addition to their browser.
Resources
- Download the Copy Plain Text extension: Mozilla Add-ons