How do I prevent sync from contstantly restoring bookmarks that I have deleted?
I am deleting bookmarks over and over again and sync just keep restoring them.
You can check for problems with the <b>places.sqlite</b> database file in the Firefox profile folder.
*http://kb.mozillazine.org/Bookmarks_history_and_toolbar_buttons_not_working_-_Firefox
*https://support.mozilla.org/kb/Bookmarks+not+saved#w_fix-the-bookmarks-file
*Places Maintenance: https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/places-maintenance/
It is best to disconnect Sync before trying to repair the places.sqlite file.
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Coop1979 wrote:
My first Apple ID was deleted, ...
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Apple Support iTunes Store Contact Us
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http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1421
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Thanks again.
Wolfgang Holst
Big Bear Lake, CA
Date: Thu, 18 Jun 2009 08:49:46 -0600
From: [email protected]
To: [email protected]
Subject: How can I prevent Bridge from altering my photos?
Have you tried resetting your preferences by holding down the Ctrl key and starting Bridge? You will get a reset window, choose all 3 options.
The only thing I know about card readers is that there are 2 versions. One for cards of 2 gigs or less, and one for HD cards over 2 gigs. Make sure card and reader match.
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Daily backups over 30 days old, except the first backup of the week
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