How can I change Firefox's behavior to check for newer versions of web pages?

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In summary, to change Firefox's default behavior of loading pages from the cache, type about:config in the URL line and change the value of browser.cache.check_doc_frequency to 1. This will make Firefox check for a newer version of a page whenever it is visited. This tip was shared by [PLAIN]www.mikeaxelrod.com[/URL]. Another tip is to press shift+ctrl+R to refresh and override the cache.
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Configuring Firefox's cache

Just thought I'd pass this along in case other Firefox users haven't "discovered" it yet.

Firefox's default behavior, when visiting web pages that have been visited previously, seems to be to load the page from your cache and it generally doesn't check to see if there is a newer version of that page on the website. Or it checks "whenever it feels like it" and who knows how often, if ever, that is.

To change this, type
Code: 
about:config
on Firefox's url line. Then scroll down to
Code: 
browser.cache.check_doc_frequency
double-click it and enter the value 1 to replace the default value of 3. This should set Firefox to check for a new version whenever it visits a page.

Thanks to www.mikeaxelrod.com[/URL] for this tip.
 
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Very nice, gnome. I just tried this tip, but still I prefer to keep the default value. :smile:
 
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How does firefox check? Does it see if the images are different, or the files were saved on a newer date?

Another tip, if some do not know. If you want to refresh and override the cache press: shift+ctrl+R
 

FAQ: How can I change Firefox's behavior to check for newer versions of web pages?

Why should I update Firefox's cache?

Updating Firefox's cache can improve your browsing experience by allowing the browser to load web pages more quickly and efficiently. It also ensures that you are viewing the most recent version of a webpage, rather than a cached version that may be outdated.

How often should I update Firefox's cache?

It is recommended to update Firefox's cache regularly, especially if you visit frequently updated websites. This will ensure that you are always viewing the most up-to-date version of the webpage.

How do I update Firefox's cache?

To update Firefox's cache, simply press the "Ctrl + F5" keys on your keyboard while on the webpage you want to update. This will force the browser to clear the cache and reload the page.

Will updating Firefox's cache delete my browsing history?

No, updating Firefox's cache will not delete your browsing history. It will only clear the cached data for the specific webpage you are updating.

Can I disable Firefox's cache?

Yes, you can disable Firefox's cache by going to the browser's settings and selecting "Privacy & Security." Under the "Cookies and Site Data" section, click on "Clear Data" and check the box next to "Cached Web Content." This will disable the cache, but it may result in slower webpage loading times.

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