4 Best Ways to Take Full Page Screenshots in Firefox

Screenshots are a useful tool for capturing on-screen activity. However, they only capture the visible area of the screen, requiring users to scroll down and take multiple screenshots. Fortunately, Firefox has a solution to this problem. In this article, we will explain how to take full-page screenshots on Firefox for Windows and Mac. We will explore the built-in option in Firefox, as well as using developer options and installing a third-party extension. Additionally, we will provide instructions for creating a full-page screenshot in PDF format. Let’s get started.

Note: We previously published an article on taking full-page screenshots on Android and iPhone. You can refer to that if you want to do the same on mobile devices.

1. Use the Built-In Option to Take Full-Size Screenshots on Firefox

Capturing the entire page on Firefox is easy. Here’s how:

1. Open the webpage you want to capture.

2. Right-click anywhere on the website.

3. Select “Take Screenshot.”

4. Choose “Save Full Page.”

5. After a few seconds, preview the screenshot and copy or download it.

If this feature isn’t available, update Firefox or use developer options for a full-size screenshot.

Firefox has a menu called Web Developer Tools that helps you take a scrolling screenshot of a webpage. Here’s how to do it.

Step 1: Open the webpage you want to capture in Firefox.

Step 2: Click the hamburger menu icon in the top right corner and select More Tools.

Click on Web Developer Tools.

Step 4: Click on “Console”.

Step 5: Type the following command in the console:

document.body.contentEditable = true

Press Enter.

Now, you can edit any text on the web page as if you were in a word processor.

Step 6: Make the necessary changes to the text.

Step 7: Once you’re done editing, press Ctrl + A (or Command + A on a Mac) to select all of the text.

Step 8: Press Ctrl + C (or Command + C on a Mac) to copy the text.

Step 9: Open your preferred text editor and create a new file.

Step 10: Press Ctrl + V (or Command + V on a Mac) to paste the text into the new file.

Step 11: Save the file with a descriptive name.

Step 12: Congratulations! You have successfully edited and saved the text from the web page.

To summarize the steps: Open Web Developer Tools, go to the Console, make the web page editable, edit the text, copy the edited text, paste it into a text editor, and save the edited text.

Step 4: Click on the three dots icon on the developer tools toolbar.

Step 5: Select Settings.

Reviewing Steps: Check ‘Take a full page screenshot’ box.

Click on the camera icon.

This captures the full-page screenshot on the Firefox browser.

Next, let’s explore another alternative: taking a full-page screenshot on Firefox with an extension.

3. Use a Third-Party Extension

Firefox allows you to install add-ons to expand functionality and enhance your user experience. You can easily install an extension and take a full-page screenshot. If you’re torn between options, we recommend using FireShot, which has over 150,000+ downloads. Here’s how to install and use it:

1. Open the add-on page on Firefox from the provided link.

2. Click ‘Add to Firefox’ > Add > Okay.

Step 3: Open the desired website and right-click anywhere on the page.

Step 5: Click on Fireshot and select ‘Capture Entire Page’.

Step 6: Your webpage will automatically scroll down and capture the entire page. You will then be redirected to another tab to save the screenshot. Additionally, you can save it in multiple formats, including a PDF, which is useful.

If none of the above methods work, print the page as a PDF.

4. Print the Page as a PDF on Firefox

We understand that this doesn’t capture a screenshot, but it saves all the details on your screen as a PDF file. Therefore, you still get what you want. Here’s how to print a page as a PDF on Firefox.

Step 1: Open the webpage you want to capture in Firefox.

Step 2: Click the hamburger menu and select Print.

To review a text for conciseness and clarity, we need to eliminate redundant words or phrases and simplify the content without losing the meaning. Let’s start!

“Step 3: Click on the destination and select ‘Save as PDF’.”

The provided text is already concise and clear, so no changes are needed.

Step 4: Scroll down and click on More Settings. Adjust the scale to avoid incomplete text. Also, check Print backgrounds to ensure all elements are in your PDF.

Step 5: Finally, click Save. The PDF will download to your PC or Mac.

Here is all you need to know about capturing full-page screenshots on Firefox. If you have any additional questions, please refer to the FAQ section below.

1. Where are Firefox screenshots saved if you right-click and capture them?

You can copy them to the clipboard or choose a location.

2. What format are Firefox screenshots saved in?

Firefox screenshots are saved in PNG format by default.

Capture Screenshots Like a Pro

This article aims to help you save screenshots of full web pages on Firefox effortlessly. Previously, we used to spend a lot of time piecing together multiple screenshots. Thankfully, these useful tools and options have made the process much simpler.

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Supreeth Koundinya is a technology enthusiast who is committed to assisting individuals in navigating the world of technology. With his background in engineering, he possesses a deep understanding of the intricacies of various devices, allowing him to offer valuable assistance, tips, and recommendations. Apart from his work, Supreeth enjoys traveling, playing FIFA, and searching for excellent movies.