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diff --git a/old/published/Webmonkey/Monkey_Bites/2007/08.13.07/Mon/ff3.txt b/old/published/Webmonkey/Monkey_Bites/2007/08.13.07/Mon/ff3.txt new file mode 100644 index 0000000..6eb7aeb --- /dev/null +++ b/old/published/Webmonkey/Monkey_Bites/2007/08.13.07/Mon/ff3.txt @@ -0,0 +1,17 @@ +Mozilla Links has posted an [inside look][1] at the new download manager which will become part of Firefox 3. Although Firefox 3 hasn't even hit the beta stage yet, the new download manager is available via the nightly builds. + +As you can see the the screenshot above, the old text links have been replaced with icon buttons and the list is divided into active and complete downloads. There's also a search bar for the heavy downloaders who may need it. + +Not pictured in the screenshot is the familiar "clean up" button, but rest assured it will be there in the final release of Firefox 3. + +The new information icon looks to be the handiest of the improvements -- clicking it reveal details such as the originating website, the location of the downloaded file and more. + +Also under consideration is the inclusion of an option to show the download manager in the status bar or sidebar, something users have requested for some time. + +While the download manager looks to offer a number of improvements, it still lacks some of the nice features found in Camino, which is based on Firefox. + +For instance, in Camino, not only can you clear the list of downloaded files, but you can also move those files to the trash from the same dialogue. + +Since the download manager is a work in progress we'll withhold judgment for the time being. The final version of Firefox is due to be released later this year. + +[1]: http://mozillalinks.org/wp/2007/08/first-look-to-firefox-3s-new-download-manager/
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