Default Zoom

Set default zoom level for Firefox.

Default Zoom is a minimalist Firefox extension designed to let you set your preferred default zoom level, enhancing readability especially on QHD or HiDPI monitors. By default, if no zoom level is set, it uses 100%. The extension respects per-site zoom preferences, with a minor exception when a page is reloaded at 100% zoom due to WebExtension API limitations.

This add-on stands out by being extremely compact—just 30 lines of JavaScript—ensuring minimal resource usage and no unnecessary permissions apart from storing the zoom level locally. It's free, open-source, and you can view or modify its source code on GitHub. While other zoom extensions offer more features, Default Zoom prioritizes simplicity, efficiency, and privacy.

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By:: Jamie Nguyen
Daily users:: 1,456+ -46
Rating:: 4.71
(63)
Version:: 1.1.3 (Last updated: 2020-05-12)
Version code:: 5023492
Creation date:: 2019-01-03
Risk:: Very low risk impact Low risk likelihood
Permissions:: storage
Size:: 11.63K
URLs:: Website
Full description:: See detailed description
Source:: Firefox Browser Add-ons
Updated:: a day ago

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# 2,488 ▼ 11

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#10 in zoom keyword 41

#12 in defi keyword 39

#21 in level keyword 42 ▼ 1

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User reviews

Users generally praise Default Zoom for effectively and simply setting a default zoom level and remembering per-site zoom preferences, highlighting its lightweight design and ease of use. However, some note that Firefox’s native default zoom feature makes this add-on less necessary. Other common concerns include inconsistent per-site zoom retention and the absence of a quick access button for zoom adjustments. Despite minor issues, the add-on is appreciated primarily by users needing persistent zoom levels, including those with vision impairments.

Pros

Works exactly as intended and reliably sets a default zoom level in Firefox.
Remembers per-site zoom settings for personalized browsing experience.
Lightweight and minimal with non-intrusive permissions.
Simple and easy to use without unnecessary complexity.
Effective solution for users who need consistent zoom levels due to vision challenges.

Cons

Firefox now includes a built-in default zoom setting, reducing the addon’s added value.
Per-site zoom settings are inconsistently remembered or sometimes not functioning for some users.
Lacks quick access via toolbar button to change zoom settings rapidly.
No option to zoom text only; it follows Firefox’s built-in text-only zoom setting which some users find limiting.
Reported occasional failures on certain Firefox versions or operating systems where the zoom level does not persist.

Recent reviews

It works as intended in Firefox 109.0 It also remembers per-site zoom Just remember to set your default zoom in the extension settings

by Firefox user 15945817, 2023-01-23

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Extension safety

Risk impact

Default Zoom does not require any sensitive permissions.

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Risk likelihood

Default Zoom has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

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