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What does Javascript do?

JavaScript enhances web pages and add extra features which are not possible in normal HTML.

If you 'enable' JavaScript in your browser, web designers can use additional tricks to resize the page or add extra functionality.

For example drop down menus, buttons to make navigating websites easier and changing the cursor when you roll over an icon are all tricks done by JavaScript.

Many web pages, including some on CBBC, need you to switch on (or 'enable') JavaScript. To find out how to enable JavaScript, please see the instructions below.

Please check with a parent or guardian before changing any settings on your computer.

For Internet Explorer for Windows:

1. Go to the Tools menu in IE and choose Internet Options.

2. Next click the Security tab.

3. Make sure the Internet Zone is highlighted and press the Custom Level button to open the security options.

4. Look for the entry near the bottom of the list which says Scripting, then Active Scripting and make sure it is enabled.

5. Press OK to close the panels. Now reload the page which needs JavaScript.

For Internet Explorer for Mac:

1. Find the Preferences option on the Explorer menu. Select the Web Content bullet from the list on the left hand side of the window.

2. Find the Active Content section. Make sure that the checkbox next to Enable Scripting is checked.

3. Click the OK button. Close this window and click the Refresh button of the page requiring JavaScript.

4. To enable Java, click the Java link in the Web Content section.

For Safari for Mac:

1. In Safari, go to the Safari menu and choose Preferences.

2. Click the Security tab.

3. You can check or uncheck both JavaScript here.

For Firefox:

1. Firefox users should go to the Tools menu and select Options.

2. .Next click Web Features. Check Enable JavaScript in the main panel and press OK.

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