Safari is Apple's default web browser, and it comes pre-installed on all iOS devices. While it's easy to take Safari for granted, there are several features that make it a powerful tool for browsing the web. In this guide, we'll explore some of the lesser-known features of Safari that can make your browsing experience more efficient.
Tab Management
One of the most frustrating aspects of browsing the web on mobile devices is dealing with multiple tabs. Fortunately, Safari has several features that make tab management a breeze. You can access all of your open tabs by clicking the tabs icon in the toolbar. From there, you can swipe left or right to switch between tabs, or swipe up to close a tab. If you have several tabs open, you can also pinch to zoom out, which displays all of your tabs in a grid view. You can then tap on a tab to switch to it.
Reader Mode
Some websites are cluttered with ads and other distractions that can make it difficult to focus on the content. Safari's Reader Mode can help with this problem by stripping away the clutter and displaying only the text and images of the article. To activate reader mode, tap the reader button in the address bar when you're on a website that supports it. You can also set Safari to automatically activate Reader Mode for certain websites.
Find on Page
When you're browsing a long article or a complicated website, it can be challenging to find the information you need. Safari's Find on Page feature can help by highlighting every instance of a word or phrase on the webpage. To use this feature, tap the share button in the toolbar, then select Find on Page. Type in the word or phrase you want to find, and Safari will highlight every instance of it on the page.
Private Browsing
If you're concerned about privacy, you can use Safari's Private Browsing mode to prevent your browsing history and other data from being stored on your device. To activate Private Browsing, tap the tabs icon in the toolbar, then tap Private. You can browse the web as usual, and Safari will automatically delete your browsing history, cookies, and other data when you close the Private Browsing tab.
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