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Put the Safari Icon Back on Your Home Screen: 6 Methods

Last Updated: August 5, 2022 Fact Checked

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Safari is a browser app that comes preloaded on all iPhones and iPads. However, it’s possible to accidentally delete or hide the Safari app icon from your Home Screen. If the Safari icon has gone missing from your Home Screen, don’t worry. In this article, we’ll talk you through the best ways to find the Safari app on your device and put it back .

Adding Safari from the App Library

• As soon as you start typing, search results should begin to pop up on the screen.
• You can also browse the categories in the library until you find Safari. For instance, Safari may be located in the Utilities category.

Finding Safari in Spotlight Search

Unlocking Safari in Parental Controls

• At this point, if you have restrictions enabled, you’ll be prompted to enter your Screen Time passcode.
• If you want to quickly turn off all content restrictions , you can toggle off Content & Privacy Restrictions at the top of the screen.

Showing Hidden Home Screen Pages

• You can also touch and hold the row of dots at the bottom of your screen to make the icons start wiggling.

Doing a Home Screen Reset

Adding Safari Bookmarks to your Home Screen

• In the Add to Home Screen window, you can also customize the name of the bookmark if you like.

Expert Q&A

• If you want to add the Safari app icon to the dock on your iPhone, tap and hold the app icon on your Home Screen until it starts to wiggle. Then, drag it down to the dock. If you already have 4 apps in your dock, you’ll need to remove one to make room. You can use the same process on the iPad, but the iPad dock can hold many more apps than the iPhone dock. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 2

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How to Add Safari to Your iPhone Home Screen

Want to have easy access to Safari the moment you unlock your iPhone? Here's how to add it (back) to your Home Screen.

Did you accidentally remove the Safari app, and you're now wondering how to get Safari back on your iPhone's Home Screen? Look no further, as there are a few ways you can add Safari back to the Home Screen.

Fortunately, Apple doesn't allow deleting or uninstalling the Safari app since it's the native browser on iOS. So, it's not permanently gone from your iPhone.

So, if you removed the Safari app from your iPhone's Home Screen and cannot find it anywhere, this guide should help you put it back on the Home Screen.

1. Add Safari From the App Library

iPhones come with the App Library feature that shows you all the installed apps grouped in folders of their categories. If you've removed Safari from the Home Screen, you can check the App Library on your iPhone and add it from there.

• Swipe to the right-most Home Screen page on your iPhone until you reach the App Library .
• Tap the search bar on top and type Safari. The Safari app will appear in the search results.
• Long-press on Safari's icon and tap Add to Home Screen .

You can also drag the Safari app to the Home Screen if the Add to Home Screen button is missing from the menu.

2. Add Safari From Spotlight Search

Another way to add the Safari app back to the Home Screen is by searching for it using Spotlight. This feature lets you find apps, settings, contacts, and more.

Here's how you can use the Spotlight search feature to find and add the Safari app back to the Home Screen on your iPhone:

• Tap the Search icon at the bottom of your iPhone's Home Screen (above the dock).
• Type Safari, and you'll find the app in the search results.
• Tap and hold the Safari icon.
• Select Add to Home Screen .

Alternatively, you can drag the Safari app to one of your Home Screen pages from here.

3. Unrestrict Safari From Screen Time Settings

If you can't find Safari in the App Library or Spotlight search, it's likely because the app is restricted in the Screen Time settings. Follow the steps below to remove the Screen Time restriction for Safari on your iPhone:

• Launch Settings on your iPhone.
• Go to Screen Time > Content & Privacy Restrictions > Allowed Apps .
• Toggle on the switch for Safari .

That's it. You should be able to see the Safari app on your Home Screen after toggling on the Safari switch. Editing your Screen Time settings is also one of the best ways to fix Safari not working on an iPhone .

4. Reset the Home Screen Layout

If none of the above methods worked, you should try resetting your iPhone's Home Screen layout. Doing this will delete any folders you've created on your Home Screen, and all the apps, including Safari, will return to their original location. Here's how you can do it:

• Open Settings on your iPhone.
• Go to General > Transfer or Reset > Reset .
• Choose the Reset Home Screen Layout option.

After doing this, you should see the Safari app back on your iPhone's Home Screen.

Put Safari Back on Your iPhone's Home Screen

Safari comes pre-installed on all Apple devices, including the iPhone, iPad, and Mac. So, even if you accidentally removed the Safari app from your iPhone's Home Screen, it's not completely gone from your device.

You can easily fix this issue by adding the Safari app from the App Library, removing the screen time restriction for Safari, or resetting your iPhone's Home Screen layout. But if you still can't find Safari on your iPhone, it's time to report your issue to Apple.

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Add a Website Bookmark to Your Home Screen on iPhone and iPad

Some websites don't have a dedicated mobile app for accessing their content, but that doesn't mean you can't add bookmarks to favorite websites on your Home screen.

When you tap a website bookmark on your Home screen, it opens in Safari on the specific page you selected. If the site you're linking to has a dynamic mobile-friendly layout, accessing it from your Home screen can even become an app-like experience.

What's more, you can create as many website links as you like and arrange them on your iPhone or iPad Home screen, just like you would with regular apps. Here's how it works.

How to Create a Website Link on Your Home Screen

• Launch Safari on your ‌iPhone‌ or ‌iPad‌.
• Navigate to the site that you want to create a Home screen shortcut to.
• Tap the Share icon (the square with an arrow pointing out of it) at the bottom of the screen.

• Type a name for your site link. This will be the title that appears beneath its icon on your Home screen.

Your new "web app" will appear in the next available space on your device's Home screen. To move it like you would any other app, tap and hold its icon, then tap Edit Home Screen , and you'll be able to drag it to your desired location. When you've placed it where you want it, tap Done .

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For iPads running iOS 7 and above

What to Know

• Open Safari > go to web page you want to add as Home screen icon > Share icon > Add to Home Screen .
• Next, edit the shortcut name (optional) > select Add to save the shortcut.

This article explains how to add an iPad Home screen icon for a specific web page to serve as a shortcut to that page.Information applies to iPads with iOS 7 through iPadOS 16.

How to Add a Home Screen Icon for a Web Page

The iPad home screen displays icons for navigating through your applications and settings. Among these apps is  Safari , Apple's web browser, which is included with all its operating systems. One especially useful feature is the ability to put shortcuts to your favorite web pages on the iPad Home screen.

Making a Home screen icon for a web page that you visit frequently saves time. Here's how to do it.

Select the Safari icon to open the main browser window.

Go to the web page that you want to add as a Home screen icon. Select the  Share  button at the top or bottom of the browser window. It's represented by a square with an up arrow.

In the window that opens, scroll across or down and select  Add to Home Screen .

In the interface that opens, edit the name of the shortcut icon you are creating, if needed. This step is optional, but a short name is best. It represents the title that displays on the Home screen under the icon.

Select  Add to save the shortcut.

Your iPad's Home screen now contains an icon that takes you directly to your chosen web page.

If you have multiple home screens, it may appear on a screen that isn't filled.

You can move the shortcut and organize it like any other app icon. When you no longer need it, delete it in the same way that you would delete apps from the iPad .

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Safari 101 : How to Save a Website or Webpage to Your Home Screen for Instant Access

The internet is full of fun, cool, and interesting websites. Bookmarks and favorites can help keep your favorite pages on hand, but they aren't the most convenient method. In iOS, Apple lets you save whatever webpages that you want to the home screen, so you'll have as easy access to them just as you do apps on your iPhone.

This feature is just about as old as the iPhone itself. However, it isn't super obvious, so even the seasoned iPhone owner might not know about this trick. Once you've learned, however, saving webpages to your home screen is quick and easy, and will make returning to those links again and again even faster. This is most important for websites you visit frequently that have no dedicated iOS app.

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Saving a Webpage

To begin, launch Safari and load up any webpage you want to save. Make sure the Safari tools are visible, so either scroll up on the webpage or tap the top bar to make them appear if they're not already. Next, tap the share button at the bottom (or top if you're in landscape mode). Look at the bottom row of activities in the share sheet, then swipe left until you see "Add to Home Screen," and tap on it.

On the next page, everything should be filled out for you already. You will see an icon preview of what the saved webpage will look like on your home screen, taken from the website's favicon , and Apple will default to using the website's name, plus possibly its tagline, for the new "app" name. You can change the title to whatever you want, however, you'll want to to keep it short and sweet to avoid any irregular formatting on the home screen.

When you're finished, tap either "Done" in the keyboard or "Add" up top.

Note that as of iOS 11.3 , some of the webpages you save may actually be progressive web apps (PWAs) that work like mini-versions of their apps in the iOS App Store, if they even have one in there. These webpages are treated more like apps that bookmarked webpages. More on that later.

Arranging & Deleting Your Saved Webpages

Your saved webpage will now appear on your home screen just like any other app. To move it somewhere else, simply tap and hold until the icons begin to shake, then drag the webpage to a new location. To delete the webpage, tap and hold again, but this time, tap the "X" icon. When prompted, tap "Delete."

Viewing Your Webpage

When you're happy with your webpage's location, simply tap on it to open the link. The webpage will open as a new tab in Safari if it's from a regular website. If you already had the page open when you tapped on your home screen shortcut, it will promptly reload.

As for any PWAs that you added to your home screen, they should open up as their own app and not as a tab in Safari. This is the prime indicator for knowing if a webpage you saved is a PWA or not. For more information on how PWAs work and why they are nice to have, check out our roundup of cool PWA apps .

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Interestingly, there seems to be a bug where webpages saved to the home screen do not always launch in Safari. Instead, they open as their own "app," meaning that Apple still has some work to do when it comes to supporting PWAs, since iOS sometimes confuses non-PWAs and PWAs. If you experience the bug, try force-closing Safari or restarting your iPhone . Afterward, your saved webpage should open normally in Safari. If it was actually a PWA, well ... then you now know it's a PWA.

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Safari is a versatile and user-friendly web browser that comes pre-installed on Apple devices, offering a seamless browsing experience with its intuitive interface and robust features. While Safari is typically accessed from the home screen of an iPhone or iPad, there are instances where the app icon may inadvertently be removed or misplaced, causing inconvenience to users. Fortunately, there is a simple and effective solution to restore Safari to the home screen, ensuring quick access to this essential tool for web browsing, bookmarking, and more.

In this guide, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of bringing Safari back to your home screen, allowing you to effortlessly launch the browser with just a tap. Whether you are a seasoned Apple device user or new to the iOS ecosystem, this method is straightforward and requires only a few moments of your time. By following these instructions, you can regain the convenience of having Safari readily accessible from your device's home screen, streamlining your browsing experience and enhancing your overall productivity.

Stay tuned as we delve into the simple yet invaluable steps that will empower you to seamlessly reintegrate Safari onto your home screen, ensuring that you can swiftly navigate the web, access your favorite websites, and leverage the full potential of this feature-rich browser. Let's embark on this journey to reclaim the ease and efficiency of accessing Safari with a single tap, revitalizing your browsing experience on your iPhone or iPad.

Step 1: Open Settings

To begin the process of restoring Safari to your home screen, the first step is to open the "Settings" app on your iPhone or iPad. The "Settings" app serves as the control center for customizing various aspects of your device, including system preferences, app configurations, and security settings. It is represented by a gear icon and is typically located on the home screen of your device. Upon tapping the "Settings" icon, you will be greeted by a comprehensive array of options that enable you to tailor your device to your preferences and requirements.

Once you have located the "Settings" app icon, simply tap on it to launch the app. As the app opens, you will be presented with a clean and organized interface, featuring different sections and options that allow you to manage and personalize your device's settings. The intuitive layout of the "Settings" app ensures that users can easily navigate through the various categories and submenus, empowering them to make adjustments and configurations with ease.

Upon successfully opening the "Settings" app, you have taken the crucial first step towards bringing Safari back to your home screen. This initial action sets the stage for the subsequent steps that will ultimately lead to the seamless restoration of Safari's presence on your device's home screen. With the "Settings" app now accessible, you are poised to progress to the next step in this straightforward process, which will bring you closer to the convenience of having Safari readily available at your fingertips.

As you embark on this journey to reintegrate Safari onto your home screen, the act of opening the "Settings" app marks the inception of a user-friendly and empowering endeavor. With this foundational step completed, you are now prepared to navigate through the subsequent stages, each of which contributes to the swift and efficient restoration of Safari to its rightful place on your device's home screen. Let's proceed to the next step, where we will continue to guide you through the seamless process of reclaiming the accessibility and convenience of Safari on your iPhone or iPad.

Step 2: Scroll down and tap on Safari

After successfully launching the "Settings" app, you will find yourself immersed in a realm of customizable options and configurations that cater to various aspects of your device. To proceed with the restoration of Safari to your home screen, the next step entails scrolling down within the "Settings" interface to locate and select the "Safari" option. This pivotal action will bring you closer to the seamless reintegration of Safari onto your device's home screen, ensuring swift access to this indispensable web browser .

As you scroll down within the "Settings" app, you will encounter a diverse array of categories and options, each designed to empower users with the ability to personalize and optimize their device's settings. The intuitive design of the "Settings" interface ensures that navigating through the available options is a straightforward and user-friendly experience, allowing you to swiftly locate the desired features and configurations.

Upon reaching the "Safari" option within the "Settings" interface, you will be presented with a range of customizable settings and preferences specific to the Safari web browser. This includes options to manage privacy and security settings, customize the browsing experience, and configure various aspects of Safari to align with your preferences.

By tapping on the "Safari" option, you will gain access to a dedicated submenu that encompasses a wealth of features and settings tailored to enhance your browsing experience. This submenu serves as a gateway to a multitude of customization options, enabling you to tailor Safari to your specific needs and preferences.

As you delve into the "Safari" submenu within the "Settings" app, you are one step closer to the seamless restoration of Safari to your home screen. The act of tapping on "Safari" signifies a pivotal moment in this user-friendly process, setting the stage for the subsequent steps that will culminate in the successful reintegration of Safari onto your device's home screen.

With the "Safari" submenu now accessible, you are poised to progress to the subsequent steps, each of which contributes to the swift and efficient restoration of Safari to its rightful place on your device's home screen. Let's proceed to the next step, where we will continue to guide you through the seamless process of reclaiming the accessibility and convenience of Safari on your iPhone or iPad.

Step 3: Toggle on "Add to Home Screen"

As you navigate through the "Safari" submenu within the "Settings" app, you will encounter a pivotal option that holds the key to restoring Safari to your home screen. This crucial feature, aptly labeled "Add to Home Screen," empowers you to seamlessly reintegrate Safari onto your device's home screen with just a few simple taps. By toggling this option, you will initiate the process of creating a direct shortcut to Safari, ensuring convenient access to the browser's full suite of features and functionalities.

Upon locating the "Add to Home Screen" option within the "Safari" submenu, you will be presented with a toggle switch that, when activated, enables the creation of a direct shortcut to Safari on your device's home screen. This intuitive feature streamlines the process of accessing Safari, eliminating the need to navigate through multiple menus or search for the app within your device's app library.

To proceed with the restoration of Safari to your home screen, simply tap the toggle switch adjacent to the "Add to Home Screen" option, thereby activating this essential feature. As you do so, you are setting in motion the seamless integration of Safari onto your device's home screen, paving the way for effortless access to the browser's robust capabilities and seamless browsing experience.

The act of toggling on "Add to Home Screen" represents a pivotal moment in this user-friendly process, marking a significant stride towards reclaiming the accessibility and convenience of Safari on your iPhone or iPad. With this essential feature now activated, you are poised to progress to the subsequent steps, each of which contributes to the swift and efficient restoration of Safari to its rightful place on your device's home screen.

By toggling on "Add to Home Screen," you are taking a proactive step towards streamlining your browsing experience and ensuring that Safari is readily accessible with just a tap. This straightforward action sets the stage for the subsequent steps that will culminate in the successful reintegration of Safari onto your device's home screen, empowering you to navigate the web, bookmark your favorite sites, and leverage the full potential of this feature-rich browser with unparalleled ease and convenience.

With the "Add to Home Screen" feature now activated, you are well-positioned to proceed to the next step, where we will guide you through the seamless process of customizing the icon and name of the Safari shortcut on your device's home screen. Let's continue this journey towards revitalizing your browsing experience by seamlessly reintegrating Safari onto your home screen.

Step 4: Customize the icon and name

After successfully toggling on the "Add to Home Screen" feature, you are now poised to embark on the next crucial step in the process of restoring Safari to your home screen. This pivotal stage empowers you to customize the icon and name of the Safari shortcut, allowing you to personalize its appearance and designation to align with your preferences and browsing habits.

Upon activating the "Add to Home Screen" feature, you will be presented with the option to customize the icon and name of the Safari shortcut. This feature enables you to imbue the shortcut with a distinct visual identity and a recognizable name, ensuring that it stands out amidst the array of app icons on your device's home screen.

To customize the icon and name of the Safari shortcut, simply tap on the designated area where the icon preview is displayed. This action will prompt a menu to appear, offering you the flexibility to select a custom icon for the Safari shortcut. You can choose from a range of pre-existing icons or opt to create a personalized icon that resonates with your preferences and style.

In addition to customizing the icon, you also have the opportunity to modify the name of the Safari shortcut. By tapping on the name field, you can enter a distinctive title that accurately reflects the purpose of the shortcut, making it easily identifiable amidst your collection of app icons.

This customization process empowers you to infuse the Safari shortcut with a personalized touch, allowing you to tailor its appearance and name to align with your individual preferences and organizational preferences. Whether you opt for a visually striking icon or a descriptive name, this customization feature ensures that the Safari shortcut on your home screen is not only functional but also visually appealing and easily recognizable.

As you proceed with customizing the icon and name of the Safari shortcut, you are actively shaping the visual representation of this essential tool, imbuing it with a distinct identity that resonates with your browsing habits and preferences. This personalized touch enhances the overall user experience, ensuring that the Safari shortcut seamlessly integrates into your device's home screen, ready to serve as your gateway to a seamless and efficient browsing experience.

With the icon and name of the Safari shortcut now customized to your liking, you have taken a significant stride towards revitalizing your browsing experience and ensuring that Safari is readily accessible with a personalized touch. This customization process sets the stage for the final step in the seamless restoration of Safari to your home screen, where you will solidify the presence of the Safari shortcut and embark on a browsing journey enriched by convenience and personalization.

Step 5: Tap "Add" in the top right corner

After customizing the icon and name of the Safari shortcut, the final step in the process of restoring Safari to your home screen involves tapping the "Add" option located in the top right corner of the screen. This pivotal action solidifies the presence of the Safari shortcut on your device's home screen, ensuring that it is seamlessly integrated and readily accessible for your browsing needs.

Upon tapping the "Add" option, you will witness the Safari shortcut being instantly added to your device's home screen, accompanied by the customized icon and name that you have meticulously tailored to your preferences. This swift and seamless process culminates in the successful restoration of Safari to your home screen, marking the culmination of a user-friendly and empowering journey to reclaim the accessibility and convenience of this essential web browser.

The "Add" option, positioned in the top right corner of the screen, serves as the gateway to finalizing the integration of the Safari shortcut onto your home screen. By tapping this option, you are affirming the customization choices you have made, ensuring that the Safari shortcut is prominently featured amidst your collection of app icons, ready to serve as your direct portal to a seamless and efficient browsing experience.

As the Safari shortcut is added to your home screen, you will immediately notice its presence, adorned with the distinct icon and name that you have carefully selected. This visual representation of the Safari shortcut serves as a testament to your personalized browsing experience, reflecting your individual preferences and organizational habits.

With the Safari shortcut now prominently displayed on your device's home screen, you have successfully completed the process of restoring Safari to its rightful place, ensuring that it is readily accessible with just a tap. This user-friendly and straightforward method empowers you to streamline your browsing experience, enabling swift and convenient access to Safari's full suite of features and functionalities.

By tapping "Add" in the top right corner, you have solidified the presence of the Safari shortcut on your home screen, marking the successful culmination of this seamless process. With Safari now seamlessly integrated into your device's home screen, you are well-equipped to embark on a browsing journey enriched by convenience, personalization, and the full potential of this feature-rich web browser.

In conclusion, the process of restoring Safari to your home screen is a straightforward and empowering endeavor that ensures swift and convenient access to this essential web browser on your iPhone or iPad. By following the simple yet invaluable steps outlined in this guide, you have successfully reclaimed the accessibility and convenience of Safari, revitalizing your browsing experience and streamlining your interactions with the web.

From the initial step of opening the "Settings" app to the final action of tapping "Add" in the top right corner, each stage of the process has contributed to the seamless integration of Safari onto your device's home screen. The intuitive and user-friendly nature of this method ensures that users, regardless of their familiarity with Apple devices, can effortlessly restore Safari to its rightful place with just a few simple taps and customizations.

By navigating through the "Settings" app, toggling on the "Add to Home Screen" feature, and customizing the icon and name of the Safari shortcut, you have actively shaped the visual representation of this essential tool, imbuing it with a distinct identity that resonates with your browsing habits and preferences. This personalized touch enhances the overall user experience, ensuring that the Safari shortcut seamlessly integrates into your device's home screen, ready to serve as your gateway to a seamless and efficient browsing experience.

With the Safari shortcut now prominently displayed on your device's home screen, adorned with the distinct icon and name that you have carefully selected, you have successfully completed the process of restoring Safari to its rightful place. This user-friendly and straightforward method empowers you to streamline your browsing experience, enabling swift and convenient access to Safari's full suite of features and functionalities.

As you embark on your browsing journey enriched by convenience, personalization, and the full potential of this feature-rich web browser, the restored presence of Safari on your home screen serves as a testament to the seamless and empowering process that has culminated in the revitalization of your browsing experience. With Safari readily accessible with just a tap, you are well-equipped to navigate the web, bookmark your favorite sites, and leverage the full potential of this indispensable tool, ensuring that your browsing experience is enriched by convenience and personalization.

In essence, the restoration of Safari to your home screen is not merely a technical process but a transformative journey that empowers you to reclaim the accessibility and convenience of this essential web browser, ensuring that it seamlessly integrates into your daily interactions with your iPhone or iPad. With Safari at your fingertips, you are poised to embark on a browsing experience that is characterized by efficiency, personalization, and the seamless integration of this indispensable tool into your digital ecosystem.

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iOS 17: How to Get Safari Back on iPhone Home Screen

Lost your Safari icon on your iPhone home screen with the latest iOS 17 update? No worries, it’s an easy fix. With just a few taps, you can restore the Safari icon and get back to browsing your favorite websites in no time.

You can also check out this video about how to get Safari back on the Home screen on an iPhone for more on this subject.

Before we dive into the steps, let’s understand what we’re trying to achieve. Sometimes, the Safari app can disappear from the home screen due to various reasons like an iOS update or accidental deletion. The following steps will guide you through restoring the Safari icon back to its rightful place on your home screen.

Step 1: Check the App Library

Swipe left on your home screen until you reach the App Library.

The App Library is a new feature introduced in iOS 14 that organizes all of your apps into categories. If your Safari app isn’t on your home screen, it’s likely that it’s in the App Library.

Step 2: Search for Safari

In the App Library, use the search bar at the top of the screen to type in “Safari.”

If you can’t find the Safari app on the first go, make sure to check every category in the App Library. It might be hiding in a folder you didn’t expect!

Step 3: Drag Safari to the Home Screen

Once you’ve found Safari, press and hold the icon, then drag it to the right edge of the screen to move it back to the home screen.

When you drag the Safari icon back to the home screen, you can place it anywhere you like. You can even add it to the dock at the bottom of the screen for easy access.

After completing these steps, the Safari icon will be back on your iPhone home screen, ready for you to use.

Tips for iOS 17: Restoring Safari on iPhone

• Tip 1: If you still can’t find Safari in the App Library, make sure it’s not hidden on another home screen page or in a folder.
• Tip 2: Double-check the Restrictions settings to ensure Safari isn’t disabled.
• Tip 3: Restart your iPhone if you’re having trouble finding or moving the Safari app.
• Tip 4: Update to the latest version of iOS to fix any potential bugs that may be causing the issue.
• Tip 5: If all else fails, you can always reinstall Safari from the App Store.

Frequently Asked Questions

What if safari doesn’t appear in the app library or search results.

If Safari isn’t appearing in the App Library or search results, it could mean the app is restricted or deleted. Check your Screen Time restrictions and the App Store to see if you need to redownload it.

Can I put Safari back in the dock?

Yes, you can put Safari back in the dock. Just drag the app icon to the dock area at the bottom of the home screen.

Will I lose my bookmarks and browsing history?

No, moving the Safari icon to the home screen won’t affect your bookmarks or browsing history.

What should I do if dragging the icon doesn’t work?

If you’re unable to drag the Safari icon, try restarting your iPhone and then attempt to move the icon again.

How can I prevent losing the Safari icon in the future?

To prevent losing the Safari icon in the future, avoid enabling restrictions for Safari and be cautious when organizing your home screen and App Library.

• Check the App Library
• Search for Safari
• Drag Safari to the Home Screen

Getting Safari back on your iPhone home screen with iOS 17 is a breeze if you follow the simple steps outlined above. Whether the icon was accidentally deleted or misplaced during the update, it’s a quick fix that gets you back to browsing in no time. Remember, the App Library is your friend, and it’s a handy tool to keep your apps organized and accessible. If you hit a snag, don’t fret!

There are plenty of tips to help you troubleshoot any issues. So go ahead, retrieve that Safari icon, and enjoy the limitless world of the internet at your fingertips. If you have further questions or need more assistance with iOS 17, don’t hesitate to reach out for help or look up additional resources. Happy browsing!

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safari add on home screen for desktops

We are using our phone/iPad more than what ever other device to connect to the world.

More and more we put apps on the start screen direct from the browser. We do so with the function (share>Add to Home screen)

Why can we not do so on OSX when using Safari?

Why do I ask? Because I don't like to use GoogleChrome and don't want to install Google apps in the Google way! (using Chrome as anchor). I want to use Google services in an Apple way (in Safari!)

Mac mini, macOS 10.15

Posted on Aug 30, 2021 11:50 PM

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How to change the safari home page on a mac.

Tired of opening Safari and seeing Favorites? Here's how to set your homepage to your favorite website in Safari on Mac.

Traditionally, a homepage is the first website your browser loads when you start it. But by default, Safari on Mac opens up a window of Favorites instead. If you'd like Safari to start with a website of your choice, follow these simple steps.

First, open the Safari web browser by clicking its icon in the dock, by using Spotlight Search , or by selecting it from the macOS Applications folder . From there, navigate to the page you'd like to use as your home page. It can be any website you want.

In the menu bar at the top of the screen, select Safari > Preferences.

In Preferences > General, click the "Set to Current Page" button. This changes your home page to the current website Safari has open.

After clicking the button, the address in the "Homepage" field will change to the address of the current page.

Next, we'll make it so you see your home page when you open Safari. In Preferences > General, click the drop-down menu beside the "New Windows Open With" listing.

In the drop-down menu, select the "Homepage" option.

If desired, you can repeat the same step with the "New Tabs Open With" option. In that case, every time you open a new tab, you'll see your home page.

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Record the screen on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch

Learn how to create a screen recording and capture sound on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch.

How to record your screen

Open Control Center on your iPhone , or on your iPad .

Exit Control Center to record your screen.

Go to the Photos app and select your screen recording.

Some apps might not allow you to record audio or video. You can't record your screen and use screen mirroring at the same time.

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