UPDATE: A new version 2.5 has been released which includes updated Stylish code to fix large bookmarks bar. So download the updated version.
We know that Mozilla Firefox 3.7 is under development and it has been announced that Firefox 3.7 will support Aero Glass and will have a new interface. "BoneyardBrew" along with "SoapyHamHocks" @ DeviantART has created a new theme which provides almost same interface as shown in the 3.7 mockups. Following is a screenshot of this theme:
If you want the same look in your Firefox 3.0 or later, follow these simple steps:
STEP 1: First download the theme using following link:
Download Mozilla Firefox 3.7 Theme
Its a ZIP file. Extract it using WinRAR or 7-Zip. You'll get a .ZAR file which contains the actual theme. Drag-n-drop this file to "Add-ons" window in Firefox and it'll install the theme.
STEP 2: You'll also need to install the "All Glass Firefox" add-on to get the Glass effect which can be found here.
STEP 3: If you also want to get the "Tools" button near "Searchbox" as shown in the screenshot, install "Personal Menu" add-on using following link:
It'll add the "Tools" button near searchbox. Now right-click on empty area near addressbar or searchbox and select "Customize" option. Now drag "Bookmarks" button between searchbox and Tools button.
Now go to "Tools -> Add-ons -> Extensions" menu and select "Personal Menu" from the list. Click on "Options" button and go to "Advanced" Tab. Enable "Hide Drop-Marker" option. Also enable "Hide Menus Toolbar" and "Show temporarily by pressing ALT key" options to hide menubar.
STEP 4: If you face problem while reading text on inactive tabs, you'll need to apply the code given in "newtabfix.txt" present in the downloaded ZIP file using "Stylish" add-on.
Once installed, copy the code from TXT file, click on the "Stylish" icon present in Statusbar and select "Write new style -> Blank style" option. Now paste the code in text area. Provide a suitable name to the style and click on "Save" button. That's it.
After following these steps, you'll enjoy the same interface in your favorite browser.
This article was posted by VG in following section: Mozilla Firefox.
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Afizz
I love this theme. Light and Airy look.
Mark
Step 4 doesnt work, tools isnt in the customize toolbars dialog box and i cant find the "txt" required in step 5 either. I'm using firefox 3.5.1
Mark
-edit- duh i found the text for step 5 but step 4 still doesnt work
Astitva
Personal Menu is removing the effect of Hide Menubar..
what to do?
netbox
I wish there's a basic style skin too..
I like basic than aero which is im bored w/ that transparency :)
anyways, thanks for the guide and links..
Bobby Phoenix
For step 4 you need to have the view/customize box open, and then it will let you drag any toolbar icon where ever you want, it does work if you do it this way.
MAGNUMHEART
howdy vg. nice theme but how come i get a flat box back button instead
of a round like the one in the preview? hmm..
and where cud i find the tools to be dragged. it work well wid me. ^^
Bobby Phoenix
To get the big round back button you need to have your icons NOT set to small. If you click "view" "toolbars" "customize" there is a check box to use small icons. Make sure that is not checked. Before clicking "done" this is where you locate, drag and drop, toolbar icons to where you want them on the toolbar.
Addy
Does this work in XP?
Jesse James
Click on "view" "toolbars" "customize" and make sure the check box to use small icons is NOT checked. Before clicking "done" this is where you find the icons you want to use on your toolbar, so scroll to find the ones you want, and you can drag and drop them where you want them on the toolbar.