ThunderBrowse for Windows

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffFebruary 29, 2024

ThunderBrowse is a Mozilla Thunderbird plug-in that gives you a feature you didn't know you were missing. Once you get it, though, it's all over--e-mailing without it is so much slower.

By integrating Web surfing directly into the e-mail client, ThunderBrowse cuts down on the time it takes to open a link from an e-mail in your Web browser. The plug-in adds a simple URL bar to the e-mail preview pane, with Forward, Back, Refresh, and Go buttons. Clicking on a link embedded in an e-mail now opens it up in the preview pane. Tabs are now supported, and ThunderBrowse can open a new window via a customizable hot key for speedy lightweight browsing on the fly.

It's got a reasonable number of customizable features, too. The option to open in your preferred browser is accessible either from the context menu or the middle mouse button. It automatically detects whether your default is Firefox or Internet Explorer, and you can set it to ask before opening the browser. You can also point it directly to an alternate browser, if you want, and a History-clearing button in the options menu.

ThunderBrowse is definitely for lightweight browsing. JavaScript and embedded video support can be added with the CS Lite plug-in for Thunderbird, but even without them ThunderBrowse is one of the best extensions around for Mozilla's open-source e-mail manager.

What’s new in version 3.81

Version 3.81 adds compatibility with Postbox 3.0, fixes context menu bugs, and improves View Source code.

ThunderBrowse for Windows

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: July 20, 2012

Latest update: February 29, 2024

Version: 3.81

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows XP
Windows 98
Windows 10
Windows 95
Windows NT
Windows 2000
Windows Vista
Windows ME

Additional Requirements: Mozilla Thunderbird 1.5 or later

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 16,957

Downloads Last Week: 7

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User Reviews

3.6/5

14 User Votes

not compatible with Thunderbird v.303
iharwoodOctober 27, 2008
Pros
none- apparently pushing an outdated version
Cons
doesn't work with the browser it's made for.
Summary
don't push product unless it's ready. What a waste of time!!!
Not compatible with Firefox 3.0.3.
Pete RobinsonOctober 14, 2008
Pros
Not compatible with Firefox 3.0.3.
Cons
Not compatible with Firefox 3.0.3.
Summary
Not compatible with Firefox 3.0.3.
ahmadumairAugust 31, 2008
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Cons
Summary
Want something better? Try SeaMonkey...
misterman2100August 9, 2008
Pros
I agree with much of the review. The extension is very novel for those who don't feel the need to switch between their browser of choice and Thunderbird - although I don't see why people would be thrilled about this in the long-term and continue to use it.
Cons
It's fun to tinker, but honestly, it's just reinventing the wheel. SeaMonkey mysteriously comes to mind, the prodigal software of Mozilla's loins, who has been thrown out of the loop. If you want an integrated solution - that is, after you have had your fun - I urge you to give SeaMonkey a try. Or, if you feel that your very adventurous, throw Opera on and have it go. Or go back to the Firefox/Thunderbird combo. And, I might be wrong, but I remember searching for extensions and coming across one which gives you the integrated feel that we all truly yearn for (or don't).
Summary
Nice piece of software.
ebenezerscroogeJuly 27, 2008
Pros
It is convenient not having to open browser to check out some web content. If I want to interact with the web page I can open link in my browser.
Cons
Summary
It just makes life that little bit easier.
fabahodJuly 25, 2008
Pros
Does what it says: links in emails can be opened within Thunderbird rather than in a separate browser. Links open immediately in Thunderbird rather than there being a delay.
Cons
1. Default when downloading it from Firefox is that the latter tries to install it as a Firefox add-on (doh!). There is a workaround: right-click and select "save link as". NB you'll need to manually add it to your Thunderbird extensions folder.<p>2. Some of the settings do not appear to work.
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Brutus911nzJuly 18, 2008
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Cons
Summary
not compatible?
pjaneskiJuly 16, 2008
Pros
Cons
I would love to try it, but it won't download. I try to catch a glimpse of a rectangle on my screen - I think it says Thunderbrowse is incompatible with Firefox 3 but it leaves too quick for me to find out. Would be nice to get at least a reason why I can't download it.
Summary
very handy
writingtreewalkingJuly 15, 2008
Pros
nice to have thunderbird as a browser also
Cons
more controls and better interface would help.
Summary
Lmitc628July 9, 2008
Pros
This is a extension for Thunderbird. It doesn't make Thunderbird lag or use a lot of resources.
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Developer’s Description

Add URL bar and browsing features to surf from links to Web sites with Thunderbird.

ThunderBrowse Thunderbird extension adds a URL bar to the Thunderbird interface, thus allowing you to be able to view Web sites without having to open browsers. ThunderBrowse is a unobtrusive because it doesn't require you to add any more buttons to your toolbar, as it adds to the message preview pane, without taking up much space.