Toolbar
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- For the Wikipedia toolbars, see Wikipedia:Toolbars.
In a graphical user interface on a computer monitor a toolbar is a row, column, or block of onscreen buttons or icons that, when clicked, activate certain functions of the program. Earlier forms of toolbars were defined by the programmer and had set functions. Most modern programs and operating systems however, allow the end user to modify and customize toolbars to fit their personal needs. A prominent example of a customizable toolbar, is the Microsoft Windows "Start_menu"; functions of which range from an expandable programs menu, task listing, system tray and clock.
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Toolbars are seen in common applications such as Microsoft Word, and as add-ons for web browsers such as Internet Explorer and Mozilla Firefox.
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Web Browser Toolbars
Toolbars for browsers are best known for adding functionality and ease-of-use options to the end user. Back reload and stop are some examples of the most common functions of the pre-set toolbars.
Prominent third party web browser toolbars include:
- Google Toolbar
- MSN Toolbar
- Yahoo! Toolbar
- Dictionary.com Toolbar
- A9.com Toolbar
- eBay Toolbar
- Ixquick Toolbar
- MapQuest Toolbar
- Skype Toolbar
- Alexa Toolbar
Web Browser Controversy
While third-party browser →→toolbars also add functionality for the end user, they are typically considered a White elephant, due to security flaws introduced between the toolbar and browser programs. Moreover, a large number of third party toolbars are made for this express purpose. Posing as Search Bars, these persistent Trojan Horse viruses often act as a "foot in the door" to other viruses and spyware in addition to bombarding the user with advertisements. Another common attribute of these toolbars is the fact they cannot be disabled or uninstalled by traditional means, and may require a power user or computer technician to remove them.
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See also
- Ribbon (computing)
External links
- Wikipedia toolbar for Firefox/Mozilla browsers
- Wikipedia Toolbar for Internet Explorer
- Wikipedia Search Bar for Internet Explorer
- Online Toolbar Builder platform
Categories: Computer stubs | Widgets

