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How to Pin Tabs in Safari on iPhone, iPad, and Mac
Safari browser enables you to open multiple tabs and browse different websites simultaneously on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It also lets you create Tab Groups for frequently visited websites to access them quickly.
There are times when you come across websites or web pages that capture your attention. It could be an article, a Google Form, a newsletter, or something similar that you don’t want to lose track of. In such cases, you can pin tabs in Safari. This post will guide you on how to pin tabs in Safari on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
How to Pin Tabs in Safari on iPhone and iPad
First, let’s show you how to pin tabs in Safari on iPhone and iPad. The main reason to pin tabs is to not lose them when closing the browser or switching to something else. We recommend using the latest Safari version on your device to avoid issues while pinning tabs.
Step 1: Open Safari on your iPhone or iPad.
Step 2: Tap on the Tabs icon at the bottom-right corner to see all your tabs.
Step 3: Long-press on the tab icon you want to pin and select Pin Tab.
If you scroll to the top, you will see the icon of your pinned tab. You can follow the same steps for pinning any tab in Safari. You can find all your pinned tabs in Safari at the top of the tabs window.
Unpin Tabs in Safari on iPhone and iPad
If you want to unpin a tab or tabs, long-press the pinned tab icon at the top and select Unpin Tab from the options.
You can arrange your tabs either by their title or website name.
How to Pin Tabs in Safari on Mac
Let’s move on to the steps for pinning tabs in Safari on a Mac. Make sure you have the latest version of Safari installed.
Step 1: Use the Command + Spacebar shortcut to open Spotlight Search, then type “Safari” and hit Return.
Step 2: Right-click on the tab you want to pin and select Pin Tab.
To unpin tabs, repeat the steps and select Unpin Tab from the list.
Best Fixes for Can’t Pin Tabs in Safari
If you cannot pin tabs or pinned tabs are disappearing in Safari, here are some solutions to fix the issue.
1. Don’t Use Tab Groups
A few users suggest avoiding creating Tab Groups after pinning your tabs. Currently, you cannot see your pinned tabs after creating Tab Groups.
2. Force Quit and Relaunch Safari
This will give the app a fresh start and help fix the issue.
On iPhone and iPad
Step 1: On the home screen, swipe up and hold to reveal the background app windows.
Step 2: Swipe right to look for Safari and then swipe up to force quit the app.
Step 3: Relaunch Safari to check if the problem is solved.
On Mac
Step 1: Click the Apple logo at the top-left corner and select Force Quit.
Step 2: Select Safari from the list and click on Force Quit.
Step 3: Relaunch Safari and check if the problem is solved.
3. Clear Safari App Cache
Clearing the app cache in Safari on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac is a simple way to remove stored data and browsing preferences. Over time, the app cache can become corrupted, leading to various issues. To resolve this, you can follow our guide on clearing the Safari app cache.
Don’t Lose Your Tabs
Pin or unpin tabs in Safari to improve browsing experience. Refer to our post if tabs are closing automatically in Safari browser. We have provided working solutions to fix the issue.
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