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• Why do I need to enable Javascript?
• How Do I Enable Javascript?
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Why do I need to enable Javascript?

The Picturing America application will be easier to navigate if you have Javascript enabled in your Web browser. Please use the information below to enable Javascript.

If you require other technical assistance, please contact the ALA Public Programs Office at (312) 280-5045 or submit the online request for technical assistance.

How Do I Enable Javascript?

Microsoft Internet Explorer (Recommended)

1. Select Internet Options from the browser's Tools menu.
2. Click the Security tab.
3. Click Custom Level in Security Level for this Zone
4. Scroll down to Scripting, near the bottom of the list.
5. Under Active Scripting, choose Enable.
6. Click OK to leave Security Settings. Click OK to leave Internet Options.

Firefox

1. Select Options from the browser's Tools menu.
2. Click the Content tab (with the "globe" icon).
3. Make sure the box next to Enable Javascript is checked.

Safari

1. Select Preferences from the browser's menu.
2. Click the Security tab (with the "lock" icon).
3. Make sure the box next to JavaScript is checked.

Opera

1. Select Quick Preferences from the browser's Tools menu.
2. Make sure the checkbox next to Enable JavaScript is checked.

Netscape and Mozilla Suite

1. Select Preferences from the browser's Edit menu.
2. Click Advanced on the left side of the dialog box.
3. Click the Scripts & Plugins subitem under Advanced.
4. Check the box next to Navigator.
5. Click the OK to close the Preferences dialog box.