Introduction
In this article, we will discuss how to install Firefox as a snap package on Ubuntu 22.04 and how to configure it to open links in the foreground instead of the background. We will also cover some key concepts related to snaps and how they work on Ubuntu.
What are Snaps?
Snaps are a containerized package format developed by Canonical, the company behind Ubuntu. They allow developers to package their applications and all their dependencies into a single file that can be installed on any Linux distribution that supports snaps. Snaps are confined, meaning they run in a sandbox with restricted access to the host system, making them more secure than traditional package formats.
Installing Firefox as a Snap Package
To install Firefox as a snap package on Ubuntu 22.04, follow these steps:
- Remove the existing Firefox package:
sudo apt remove firefox- Install the snapd daemon:
sudo apt install snapd- Install Firefox as a snap package:
sudo snap install firefoxConfiguring Firefox to Open Links in the Foreground
By default, Firefox opens links in the background when launched as a snap package on Ubuntu. To change this behavior, follow these steps:
- Launch Firefox from the terminal with the following command:
firefox --no-remote- Go to
about:configin the address bar.
- Search for
browser.link.open_newwindowand set its value to1.
- Search for
browser.link.open_newwindow.restrictionand set its value to0.
In this article, we have discussed how to install Firefox as a snap package on Ubuntu 22.04 and how to configure it to open links in the foreground instead of the background. We have also covered some key concepts related to snaps and how they work on Ubuntu. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can ensure that Firefox opens links in the foreground on Ubuntu 22.04.
References
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Snapcraft - Installing snapd
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Ask Ubuntu - Firefox opens links in background when installed as a snap