Search Keywords vs. Search Plugins in Mozilla
What is “Search Plugins”? What is “Search Keywords”?
- Search Plugins: They are plugins that define a search engine within the Mozilla application framework. They make a search engine appear in search box, usually located on the upper right hand corner of a Mozilla web browser window (Seamonkey or Firefox). They also add functionality to the search sidebar.
- Search Keywords: They are keywords that function as shortcut for search engines. For example: type “google example” in location bar (where you type URLs) will bring a Google search for keyword ‘example’.
Why Search Keywords?
- It is simpler. Simply type the engine keyword (for example ‘google’), followed by space and the keyword you want to search.
- It requires less keystrokes and/or mouseclicks. No need to click on search box, select search engine, and finally type keywords.
- Less clutter on the screen. You can free up screen space used by search box!
- It is simpler to add your own search keywords, not so with search plugins.
- No more annoying leftover keywords used from previous searches. And no need to clear search box from leftover keywords too!
Why Search Plugins?
- Ordinary users might not be immediately aware of search keywords.
- It is easier. Click on the box and type the keyword. No need to figure out which keyword to use.
- End users can easily add more search plugins simply by clicking a link
- Unlike search keywords, search plugins usually act the same from computer to computer.
- Search sidebar is sometimes very handy.
Which one for me? Neither, because I’m using Konqueror. But there is ‘Web Shortcut’ feature which is very similar to Search Keywords in Mozilla.
wah, saya baru tau ttg Search Keywords ini.
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