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Jonnyboy82
Jul 22 2008, 03:37 PM
Firefox Addon Maker v0.476
Updated 30 Sept 08Click to view attachment




    Features:
  • This is a batch script that will create a Firefox addon or switchless silent installer.
  • The script can create an addon in Windows XP or Vista.
  • The addon or switchless silent installer will install in Windows XP or Vista.
  • The addons and switchless silent installer can be used with RVM, nLite or WPI.

    Choose From:
  • Mozilla Firefox 2.0.0.x, Mozilla Firefox 3.0.x
  • Firefox builds optimized for P3 or SSE2 systems. Such as: Ayakawa's SSE2, tete's SSE2 or pigfoot's P3 Firefox build.

    Options:
  • Insert personal items, such as: bookmarks, passwords, cookies, history and preferences.
  • Insert other items, such as: extensions, plugins, components, searchplugins, dictionaries and modules.
  • Disable the Migration Wizard that runs on first boot.
  • Edit the extensions\install.rdf files to update to 2.0.0.* for 2.0.0.x versions and 3.* for 3.0.x versions. This will allow most 3.0.x addons to work with the current 3.0.x build, while not updating extensions from 2.0.0.x to 3.0.x.
  • Remove Branding from the Optimized Firefox Builds.
  • Insert your personal registry file or edit/use the registry file included.
  • Set Firefox as the default browser.
  • Use Resource Hacker on the Firefox.exe file and replace the icon set with a custom icon set.
  • Create a Switchless Silent Installer that can be used in a running system, RVM or WPI.
  • Create a Switchless Silent Installer Addon than can be used with RVM or nLite.
  • Create an inf addon that can used with RVM or nLite.

    Customizations:
  • Choose any language pack for the addon.
  • Choose the current Firefox installation path, if not in default location.
  • Choose the profile to use to make the addon, does not have to be yours. So long as you have access to the profile. The profile does not have to be in the default location.
  • Choose the installation path for the addon. You can choose to install to any folder on the system drive.
  • Creates shortcuts at "%allusers%\desktop", "%defaultuser%\Application Data\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Quick Launch" and "%allusers%\Start Menu\Programs\Internet"
  • Installs the current version plugins: Adobe Flash Player, Media Player, Office 2007, QuickTime Player, RealPlayer LiveConnect-Enabled, RealPlayer, Adobe PDF, Adobe Shockwave, Macromedia Authorware, WGA and OGA.
  • It is completely uninstallable from within Add or Remove Programs.
  • Log files are created for most operations.

    Compatibility
  • Windows XP
  • Windows Vista

    Requirements
  • Ayakawa's SSE2 versions requires M$ Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package (x86)
  • tete's 3.0.x SSE2 version requires M$ Visual C++ 2005 SP1 Redistributable Package (x86)
  • Reg2Inf requires .NET Framework 2.0 Final
  • vbscript requires Windows Script 5.7 for Windows XP
  • Internet Connection




MD5: 8370F241BD7F7F9D25CE0B226A12176C
SIZE: 2.56 MB


Changelog
QUOTE
v0.476 - 09-30-08
-disabled links for Ayakawa's SSE2 2.0.0.x version - it's not currently available from their website
v0.475 - 08-12-08
-added additional check for hidden files\foldes
-added WGA 1.7.0069.3
-added OGA 1.7.0069.3
v0.474 - 08-09-08
-added Media Player Plugin 1.0.0.8
-added Office 2007 Plugin 12.0.4518.1014
-added QuickTime Player Plugin 7.4.5.67
-added RealPlayer LiveConnect-Enabled Plugin 6.0.11.2852
-added RealPlayer Plugin 6.0.12.1662
-added Adobe PDF Plugin 8.1.0.137
-added Adobe Shockwave Plugin11.0.0.465
-added Macromedia Authorware Plugin 2004.0.0.1
-fixed typos
v0.473 - 08-07-08
-stopped editing 2.0.0.x install.rdf files to 3.*
-fixed bug where 7-zip would fail to extract file by adding script to use both versions of 7-zip
-merged log files
v0.472 - 08-03-08
-added log files for creation of addons
-fixed bug in filename with gsar
-fixed bug with 7-zip not creating addon on all systems
v0.471 - 08-03-08
-fixed bug that Resource Hacked all addons, regardless of choice
v0.47 - 08-02-08
-fixed bug that created empty cabs
-fixed bug that caused en-US download only of 3.0.x Firefox
v0.465 - 07-28-08
-added option to set Firefox as the default browser or not
-rewrote and added scripts that get file version and product version from files in Vista
-removed unnecessary scripts from the Bin folder
-Removed replace.exe and began using gsar.exe and vbscript to make string file edits
-front loaded the script, all user input is completed prior to completing any tasks
-moved all work inside of the logs folder and none of the created files are deleted, except firefox.cab
-cleaned up script to remove unnecessary calls to vbscript
-used nul instead of vbscript, wherever possible to keep script silent
-added more descriptive comments for each option
-removed options that weren't needed if firefox is not installed
-removed options that weren't needed if an optimized firefox was not chosen
v0.464 - 07-22-08
-added script to check the status of "Show Hidden Files" and give the option to change if necessary, if changed the script will reset to original setting
-fixed bug with silent addon breaking installation
-added option to choose installation folder
-changed script to get file version info as the script was failing on some systems
-changed script to add option to choose language as script was failing on some systems
07-16-08
-fixed bug downloading wrong file version
-bug fix
07-15-08
-added use all defaults option
-added option to not use custom icon
-added validation for folder and profile paths
07-13-08
-Removed all use of wbat.com
-fixed bug in copying components properly
07-09-08
-added back in logging for wget
-added timeout option for wget so it won't crash if website is down temporarily
-added script to locate profile in non-default location
-fixed bug in getting proper language version of Firefox
-completed registry compatible with both Vista and XP
-move working to a sub-folder of the current folder
07-08-08
-front loaded all user input
-completed vista compatibility with inf installer
-added silent installer and silent addon, both made from inf
-added flags to the inf copyfiles directive (0x00000004) to ensure files all files are copied, this will give false failure in FGCBA
07-04-08
-removed runhiddenconsole.exe nesting issue
-Major rewrite and bug fix
-script will get all links and filenames
-added custom icon
-found reason FGCBA would fail if 7-zip was not properly installed, removed FGCBA until I can find a fix
06-27-08
-begin using replace.exe and stop using change.exe
06-26-08
-inf installer is completely uninstallable
-discontinued use of send.com
-added script to edit all install.rdf files if necessary
06-19-08
-fixed bug where inf creation would fail for files with spaces in the filename
-corrected error messages when file links have changed or the server is unavailable
-added log file for FGCBA output
06-18-08
-added version check to check if newer version is available
-updated to Firefox 3.0
-added script to ease testing
-added error-checking to verify server was available and the file downloaded
06-16-08
-with some in installers, on the first run the web page will be blank, but after closing and reopening, it loads fine - looking for the cause
-added ability to create inf installer
-added ability to insert registry entries into the inf installer
-Added option to create addon using tete's SSE2 Optimized Files - using inf installer
-Added option to create addon using pigfoot's P3 Optimized Files - using inf installer
06-14-08
-updated to 7-zip v4.58 beta and a noticed a decrease in addon size
-Links to files will be located on central server - update no longer necessary for link change, making it easier to update links and to add additional builds
-Installation crashes *** Added option to create addon using tete's Optimized Files *** Removed
06-13-08
-Updated to Firefox 3.0rc3
-Updated to Ayakawa 2.0.0.15 SSE2
06-11-08
-Changed the mechanism for locating the language
-Removed SSE2 branding, thus optimized without BonEcho name
-Removed Minefield name
-Changed SSE2 integration to localized files, installer and uninstaller only
-Made SSE2 versions completely localized (Thanks go eryen for the proper use of localized language files)
06-09-08
-Changed SSE2 3.0rc2 addon name from BonEcho to Minefield
-Verified silent installer works in Vista and XP
-Changed SSE2 integration process, now only using installer and uninstaller files
-Replaced and corrected****Removed Optimized SSE2 options****
06-06-08
-fixed numerous bugs
06-04-08
-Updated for Firefox 3.0rc2
-rewrote the way the language is decided
-Fixed creation of Entries_*.ini
-Edited validation to verify all downloads before continuing (loops until file is valid)
-Added log files for wget
-added log files for file copy operations
06-03-08
-Added ability to distinguish your current language and download the appropriate files
06-02-08
-Corrected error that was causing Firefox 3.0 installer to fail
06-02-08
-Corrected typo that caused option 1 to fail
-Changed working location from temp to current folder
-Changed output from desktop to current folder
06-01-08
-Created Multi-install for both 2.0.0.x and 3.0 Versions of Firefox
05-31-08
-Initial script to create addon of current 2.0.0.x Firefox and SSE2 Optimized Firefox
anogues
Jul 24 2008, 05:00 AM
Hi,

Thanks for the utility. I will try it ASAP.
shahed26
Jul 24 2008, 05:23 AM
jonnyboy, your posting your awesome firefox addon maker is everywhere..lol, wincert, ryanvm and now msfn. Great buddy, keep it up
Jonnyboy82
Jul 24 2008, 05:32 AM
QUOTE (shahed26 @ Jul 24 2008, 07:23 AM) *
jonnyboy, your posting your awesome firefox addon maker is everywhere..lol, wincert, ryanvm and now msfn. Great buddy, keep it up

I want it to work for everyone, folks over at RVM rarely respond and the folks over at WinCert might be getting tired og BETA testing. thumbup.gif
Can't blame though. With all of the options it's getting hard to test every combination.
shahed26
Jul 24 2008, 05:38 AM
QUOTE (Jonnyboy82 @ Jul 24 2008, 12:32 PM) *
QUOTE (shahed26 @ Jul 24 2008, 07:23 AM) *
jonnyboy, your posting your awesome firefox addon maker is everywhere..lol, wincert, ryanvm and now msfn. Great buddy, keep it up

I want it to work for everyone, folks over at RVM rarely respond and the folks over at WinCert might be getting tired og BETA testing. thumbup.gif
Can't blame though. With all of the options it's getting hard to test every combination.

Ryans and wincert forums are great, but here you will definitely get more testers and help or advice on how to make it more better and definitely more responds.
good luck thumbup.gif
Jonnyboy82
Jul 24 2008, 05:50 AM
QUOTE (shahed26 @ Jul 24 2008, 07:38 AM) *
QUOTE (Jonnyboy82 @ Jul 24 2008, 12:32 PM) *
QUOTE (shahed26 @ Jul 24 2008, 07:23 AM) *
jonnyboy, your posting your awesome firefox addon maker is everywhere..lol, wincert, ryanvm and now msfn. Great buddy, keep it up

I want it to work for everyone, folks over at RVM rarely respond and the folks over at WinCert might be getting tired og BETA testing. thumbup.gif
Can't blame though. With all of the options it's getting hard to test every combination.

Ryans and wincert forums are great, but here you will definitely get more testers and help or advice on how to make it more better and definitely more responds.
good luck thumbup.gif

I wasn't putting anyone down. It is only with their help that the script has evolved to what it is now.
shahed26
Jul 24 2008, 07:12 AM
ok, i found a bug, when it comes to selecting user profiles, an error message pops up
" pref.js does not exist in the path xxxxx. The path is typically c:\document and settings\*username\application\data\mozilla\firefox\profiles\*choose*.default

even if i select this directory, it still pops up with same error as above (no pref.js even though its there). the only way is by copying and pasting the location address
C:\Users\myusername\AppData\Roaming\Mozilla\Firefox\Profiles\bapntcab.default (i dont why its bapntcab.default, instead of just default)

There is also a typo mistake when it comes to desired installation path. it says "if the addon folder doens't" it should be doesn't. lol
And also the message does not make sense, it says "if the folder doens't already i will need to create it"
i guess you missed out few words there laugh.gif

btw it seems like you removed those options of keeping or not the bookmarks cache, etc... (did not test it fully yet, but much more better and more compatible on vista compare to last few versions which had some bugs.
Jonnyboy82
Jul 24 2008, 07:40 AM
QUOTE (shahed26 @ Jul 24 2008, 09:12 AM) *
ok, i found a bug, when it comes to selecting user profiles, an error message pops up
" pref.js does not exist in the path xxxxx. The path is typically c:\document and settings\*username\application\data\mozilla\firefox\profiles\*choose*.default

even if i select this directory, it still pops up with same error as above (no pref.js even though its there). the only way is by copying and pasting the location address
C:\Users\myusername\AppData\Roaming\Mozilla\Firefox\Profiles\bapntcab.default (i dont why its bapntcab.default, instead of just default)

There is also a typo mistake when it comes to desired installation path. it says "if the addon folder doens't" it should be doesn't. lol
And also the message does not make sense, it says "if the folder doens't already i will need to create it"
i guess you missed out few words there laugh.gif

btw it seems like you removed those options of keeping or not the bookmarks cache, etc... (did not test it fully yet, but much more better and more compatible on vista compare to last few versions which had some bugs.

The options are there unless you select use defaults, then they are not.
I will check the Vista issue.
**EDIT**
I'm not sure why you are getting the error for profiles. Could you pm me the logs? thx
Admittedly, Vista compatibility needs more of my attention.
shahed26
Jul 26 2008, 08:52 AM
sorry for the late reply, i will pm you the logs asap.
Jonnyboy82
Jul 28 2008, 02:31 AM
Version 0.465 posted. fixed problems with Vista
shahed26
Jul 28 2008, 03:40 AM
Going to try your new version, and will leave feedback soon after testing.
Thnx
shahed26
Jul 28 2008, 03:55 AM
Its really weird, it created my silent installer, but the file size is 143kb of the silent installer. (also confirmed successfully created silent installer) check your pm, i uploaded my logs
slipk487
Jul 29 2008, 01:23 AM
I keep getting the same error with it making 143kb file. I get the same problem even when im not using files from my system. Ive tryed on Vista x64 and XP x86. Ive uploaded my log.
Jonnyboy82
Jul 29 2008, 02:35 AM
QUOTE (slipk487 @ Jul 29 2008, 03:23 AM) *
I keep getting the same error with it making 143kb file. I get the same problem even when im not using files from my system. Ive tryed on Vista x64 and XP x86. Ive uploaded my log.

I have found the problem for this and I will be posting an update soon.
I'm working on x64 compatibility. I'm very close to having it ready. The addon will be installable in WinXP and Vist (x86) or (x64).
Jonnyboy82
Aug 2 2008, 10:02 PM
update posted
shahed26
Aug 3 2008, 06:47 AM
Your title says "updated 2 June 08" tongue.gif
Jonnyboy82
Aug 3 2008, 08:16 AM
QUOTE (shahed26 @ Aug 3 2008, 08:47 AM) *
Your title says "updated 2 June 08" tongue.gif

Oops
Jonnyboy82
Aug 3 2008, 09:42 AM
update posted v0.471
-fixed bug that Resource Hacked all addons, regardless of choice
shahed26
Aug 5 2008, 05:57 PM
QUOTE (Jonnyboy82 @ Aug 3 2008, 04:42 PM) *
update posted v0.471
-fixed bug that Resource Hacked all addons, regardless of choice

Hi
i think you have just about fixed all the possible bugs there was there before. Its working fine for me now.
Now you can maybe start adding some more features... rolleyes.gif


Thanks
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Jonnyboy82
Aug 5 2008, 06:47 PM
QUOTE (shahed26 @ Aug 5 2008, 07:57 PM) *
QUOTE (Jonnyboy82 @ Aug 3 2008, 04:42 PM) *
update posted v0.471
-fixed bug that Resource Hacked all addons, regardless of choice

Hi
i think you have just about fixed all the possible bugs there was there before. Its working fine for me now.
Now you can maybe start adding some more features... rolleyes.gif


Thanks
biggrin.gif

Suggestions?
shahed26
Aug 5 2008, 08:41 PM
QUOTE (Jonnyboy82 @ Aug 6 2008, 01:47 AM) *
Suggestions?

ermm nothing yet, but will let you know if anything comes up.. tongue.gif
Jonnyboy82
Aug 5 2008, 10:12 PM
QUOTE (shahed26 @ Aug 5 2008, 10:41 PM) *
QUOTE (Jonnyboy82 @ Aug 6 2008, 01:47 AM) *
Suggestions?

ermm nothing yet, but will let you know if anything comes up.. tongue.gif

I have it so the addon can install into x64, but it breaks the Vista install. So, not ready for primetime, yet. Maybe soon.
Jonnyboy82
Aug 7 2008, 10:25 AM
updated to v0.473
fixed some 7-zip bugs
Jonnyboy82
Aug 8 2008, 11:42 PM
update posted v0.474


-added Media Player Plugin 1.0.0.8
-added Office 2007 Plugin 12.0.4518.1014
-added QuickTime Player Plugin 7.4.5.67
-added RealPlayer LiveConnect-Enabled Plugin 6.0.11.2852
-added RealPlayer Plugin 6.0.12.1662
-added Adobe PDF Plugin 8.1.0.137
-added Adobe Shockwave Plugin11.0.0.465
-added Macromedia Authorware Plugin 2004.0.0.1
-fixed typos
Jonnyboy82
Aug 12 2008, 11:20 AM
update posted

-added additional check for hidden files\foldes
-added WGA 1.7.0069.3
-added OGA 1.7.0069.3
Jonnyboy82
Aug 22 2008, 01:19 PM
I need some help solving this. Please read the rest of that thread.
Just as soon as I can figure this out, I can post an update.
Thanks for the help.
Jonnyboy82
Sep 30 2008, 01:43 PM
updated to v0.476

Changelog
v0.476 - 09-30-08
-disabled links for Ayakawa's SSE2 2.0.0.x version - it's not currently available from their website
COKEDUDEUSF
Oct 2 2008, 11:06 AM
Which part of the firefox controls the installation directory?
Jonnyboy82
Oct 2 2008, 01:58 PM
QUOTE (COKEDUDEUSF @ Oct 2 2008, 01:06 PM) *
Which part of the firefox controls the installation directory?

I am not sure what you mean. My script asks you where you would like to install Firefox. You can install it anywhere you like, on the system drive.
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