When pop-ups grace our screens, our minds conjure images of those pesky mini-windows that rudely intrude on our browsing experience. Yet, dear reader, not all pop-ups are created equal. Notifications from beloved websites, those delightful reminders of new content awaiting your perusal, fall under the umbrella of pop-ups as well!
But fear not, for in the realm of Mac operating systems, there exists a way to selectively disable certain pop-ups while preserving those of value. Behold, the settings within macOS, a digital tapestry waiting to be unraveled before your very eyes.
Enable Pop-ups on Safari
The default browser of your Mac, Safari, offers a simple solution to managing pop-ups. Here’s how:
Step 1: Launch Safari and navigate to the top-left corner to click on "Safari," then "Settings" from the ensuing drop-down menu.
Step 2: A pop-up window shall grace your presence. Click on the "Websites" tab at the pinnacle, followed by the "Pop-up Windows" entry on the left.
Step 3: To grant permission for pop-ups on specific websites, utilize the drop-down menu adjacent to the website’s name and click on "Allow." Should you desire global allowance for all websites, opt for "Allow" under "When Visiting Other Websites" at the bottom.
Step 4: Should Safari thwart a pop-up, a notification shall manifest in the browser’s address bar. Fret not, for you can easily retrieve this pop-up by clicking on the notification, granting you the option to view its contents.
While this method may not be a panacea for all pop-up predicaments, it stands as a stalwart ally for moments when a temporary gaze towards a pop-up beckons.
Enable Pop-ups on Firefox
Firefox, another favored browser amongst Mac aficionados, provides a similar sanctuary for managing pop-ups. Here’s how you can bask in its offerings:
Step 1: In a sanctuary of Firefox’s digital expanse, seek out "Firefox" in the uppermost corner, followed by "Settings" within the ensuing menu.
Step 2: Within the ethereal realm of the new Settings tab, alight upon "Privacy & Security" to unveil the "Permissions" section.
Step 3: Cast away inhibition by unchecking the box adjacent to "Block Pop-Up Windows," heralding the dawn of an era where pop-ups are welcomed with open arms by all websites.
Step 4: Should selective granting of pop-up access be your desire, venture into the labyrinthine depths of the "Exceptions" button. Herein lies the ability to manually input website addresses, a veritable feast for the discerning user to curate a list of exceptions as they see fit.
Fear not, dear reader, for Firefox shall be your steadfast companion in the realm of pop-ups, guiding you through a maze of choices to sculpt your browsing experience with finesse and precision.
