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I keep getting an unexpected error (203) when trying to install plugins/themes.

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mommybud
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I can download themes and plugins, but when I try to install them, I get

Firefox cannot install >>>>> We have experienced an unexpected error (203).

Please help???

I can download themes and plugins, but when I try to install them, I get Firefox cannot install >>>>> We have experienced an unexpected error (203). Please help???

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the-edmeister
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See if this helps you:
http://kb.mozillazine.org/Unable_to_install_themes_or_extensions_-_Firefox#Unexpected_installation_error_-203

mommybud
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Following the instructions to rename the extensions.xxx files, then reload Firefox worked! Suddenly quite a few add-ins installed!

Thank you!

- Mommybud

the-edmeister
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You're welcome. Please mark this as solved.

mommybud
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You were awesomely effective and quick! xD