A Firefox-only minimap (2021) (stefanjudis.com)

Article summary

The article discusses a Firefox-only minimap feature that uses the -moz-element CSS function to display a live image of a webpage's content. This feature is not supported by other browsers. The author provides an example of how to use this function to create a minimap on their blog posts. The minimap updates in real-time as the user scrolls or selects text.

Main themes

• Firefox compatibility
• Browser wars
• Web development
• CSS features
• User agent spoofing
• Ad blockers and tracking protection

What commenters say

• Some users experience frequent issues with websites not working properly in Firefox, while others rarely encounter such problems.
• Websites that don't work in Firefox often have critical functionality that is broken, such as login forms or payment processing.
• Spoofing the user agent to mimic Chrome can sometimes resolve issues with websites that don't work in Firefox.
• The use of ad blockers and tracking protection can also cause issues with websites, leading to broken functionality or annoying banners.
• Some users prefer Firefox despite its occasional compatibility issues, citing its privacy features and customizability.
• Others have switched to alternative browsers, such as Vivaldi, but have found them to be slow or buggy.
• The -moz-element CSS function is a unique feature that could be useful for creating interactive website elements, such as minimaps or live previews.