Kansas State University

Price: Free (freeware) Requirements: • Firefox web browser • PC, Mac, or Linux Where to get it: See the “Installing” section below

What it is: Firebug is an HTML/Style Sheet debugging add-in for the Firefox web browser.

What it does: “Firebug integrates with Firefox to put a wealth of web development tools at your fingertips while you browse. You can edit, debug, and monitor CSS, HTML, and JavaScript live in any web page.” (taken from the Firebug website: getfirebug.com/whatisfirebug)

Feature highlights

1. Inspect and modify HTML code in real time through Firefox
2. JavaScript debugger
3. Network usage and performance metrics
4. Tools to aid in CSS layout and formats

Installing

1. Go to the Firebug add-in history on the Mozilla Firefox website.
2. Click the Add to Firefox button for the appropriate version.
3. Click Install now.
4. Restart Firefox.

More info

Firebug is supported by an active community through documentation, a wiki, and discussions forums. Additional assistance can be found at:

• Introductory video
• Firebug website