Firefox’s New Mini Window Feature Simplifies Multitasking

New Capabilities for Firefox Users

Mozilla developers are continuously refining the Firefox experience. The company has introduced a new tool called Mini Window, designed to simplify the multitasking process within the browser. The feature is currently in testing and available through the Firefox Nightly version, with a stable release scheduled for November 10.

How Mini Window Works

The concept is straightforward: users can move any open tab or a specific section of a webpage into a separate, miniature window. Visually, this window resembles a web app, stripping away standard browser elements like the address bar, tab management panels, and scroll bars. The result is a clean interface that keeps only the content visible, boosting productivity.

When hovering over the mini-window, users gain access to essential controls, including navigation buttons and the option to close the window. Notably, this window remains "always on top," making it ideal for monitoring information while working in other applications.

Practical Applications and Benefits

Mini Window is particularly useful on laptops where screen space is limited. For example, if you are writing a document and need to reference a source or article, you can place that content in a mini-window to avoid constantly switching between tabs. The feature also bypasses operating system limitations, such as macOS Stage Manager, allowing you to keep your main browser active alongside your mini-window.

To use the feature, simply right-click on a tab and select "Move to Mini Window" from the menu. Similarly, you can highlight a specific section of a webpage and extract it into its own window. This tool is especially convenient for keeping search engines or AI chatbots accessible at all times.

Competition and Expectations

Currently, Google Chrome offers similar functionality only for media content via Picture-in-Picture, which does not allow for full webpage conversion into mini-windows. Firefox’s new approach is significantly more flexible, offering users greater freedom.

If you wish to test the feature before its official release, you can install Firefox Nightly, which operates alongside your main browser. Otherwise, Mini Window will become available in the stable version of Firefox following the November 10 update.