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macOS: How to Use Keyboard Shortcuts to Open Bookmarks in Safari

If one of your bookmarks is a site you visit all the time, then depending on where it’s saved, Safari may have automatically assigned a keyboard shortcut to it. If that’s the case, you can use that as a quick way to jump to your favorite place! How it works is this: Whichever site (not folder) you have bookmarked first under your Safari Favorites list will be assigned Option-Command-1 , the next one will be Option-Command-2 , and so on. So if I open Safari and visit Bookmarks> Favorites , I’ll see my choices:

See how Safari gave my individual bookmarks keyboard shortcuts, but it left my folders alone? So I can jump to TMO ’s website by just pressing Option-Command-1 . I dig it!

Now, you can change these shortcuts by rearranging your Favorites. So if, for example, you have the Favorites Bar visible ( View> Show Favorites Bar ), you can drag to reorder them…

…and the associated shortcuts will automatically adjust to the new order.

If you don’t have the Favorites Bar showing, you can also do this by picking Bookmarks> Edit Bookmarks from the menus at the top and then dragging items around within the editing window.

As I mentioned, though, these keyboard shortcuts only apply to bookmarks that are within the Favorites folder. So if yours are outside of that list, you can use the Bookmarks Editor shown in my last screenshot to drop them within Favorites, which’ll automatically create a shortcut for them.

Nifty! Now I can browse the web and avoid getting things done even faster than before.

I’d like to thank TMO reader Brutno for the tip suggestion. You’re awesome!

Keyboard Shortcuts for Safari on macOS

Save time and clicks

Many Safari users initially use the program's menu system for navigating the internet and performing other browser tasks, but using Safari shortcuts can save time and clicks. Here are a few of the most commonly used shortcuts for Safari on a Mac.

Safari Shortcuts for Moving Around on a Page

Option + arrow: Scroll page by a screenful, minus a small overlap.
Command + up arrow or home: Scroll to top left corner of a web page.
Command + down arrow or end: Scroll to the bottom left corner of a web page.
Page up or shift + space bar: Scroll the page up by a screenful, minus a small overlap.
Page down or space bar : Scroll the page down by a screenful, minus a slight overlap.

Safari Shortcuts for Navigating the web

Command + home: Go to your homepage.
Command + [link on a web page]: Open the selected link in a new window.
Command + shift + [link on a web page]: Open the selected link in a new window behind the current window.
Option + [link on a web page]: Download a file.

Commands in Safari

Command + [number from 1 to 9]: Select one of the first nine tabs.
Command + A: Select all.
Command + C: Copy.
Command + E: Use current selection for the Find feature.
Command + F: Find.
Command + G: Find next.
Command + M: Minimize.
Command + N: Open a new window.
Command + O: Open file.
Command + P: Print.
Command + Q: Quit Safari.
Command + R: Reload page.
Command + S: Save as.
Command + T: Open new tab.
Shift + command + T: Reopen the tab you just closed.
Command + V: Paste.
Command + W: Close window.
Command + Z: Undo.
Command + shift + G: Find previous.
Command + shift + Z: Redo.

Favorites and Bookmarks Shortcuts

Command + shift + D: Add a bookmark to the menu.
Command + option + B: Show all bookmarks.
Command + D: Add a bookmark.

Shortcuts for Views

Command + control + 1: Show/hide Bookmarks sidebar.
Command + control + 2: Show/hide Reading list sidebar.
Command + option + D: Show/hide Apple dock.
Command + option + U: Show source code and other developer options (provided Show develop menu is enabled in Preferences > Advanced ).
Command + H: Hide Safari.
Command + L: Open Favorites .
Command + ?: Load Help .
Command + ,: Load Preferences .

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How to Create, View, Edit, and Restore Bookmarks in Safari on Mac

Bookmarks are shortcuts to your favorite web pages so that you can navigate to them in seconds. This article explains how you can create, view, edit, and restore your Bookmarks in Safari on your Mac.

Using Bookmarks is a great way to save and organize websites so you can easily visit them later. If Safari is enabled in iCloud Preferences on your Mac, Safari will use iCloud to synchronize your bookmarks across multiple devices. You can use iCloud.com to restore your bookmarks from an earlier version that was automatically archived in iCloud. In other words, this will let you recover your bookmarks you accidentally deleted.

See also: How to Import Chrome or Firefox Passwords to iCloud Keychain on Mac

How to Create a Bookmark

There are several ways to add a bookmark:

Use the Share button

Launch Safari and open the desired website that you want to bookmark.
Click the Share button in the toolbar.
Click Add Bookmark. And a dialog box will appear saying “add this page to”.
Choose a folder (you can create folders see the “how to manage bookmarks” section below). The default folder is Favorites. You can change its name and add a description.
When you are done, click the blue Add button.

See also: Safari Top Sites Not Working On Mac, Fix

Use the Smart Search field

With the wanted website open in Safari, move your mouse over the Smart Search field (this is the address field where you enter URLs), do not click yet.
A circle (+) icon will appear at the left side of the field. Then click and hold this button.
And choose Bookmarks.

Safari menu bar

If you use this met dog, you can add multiple bookmarks at once. Here is how:

In Safari, open a website you want to bookmark. If you want to bookmark multiple sites, use tabs, and open more than one site.
From the Safari menu bar, click Bookmarks.
From the drop-down menu, select Add Bookmark or Add Bookmarks for These X Tabs. Then again you may add description etc and click Add.

See also: How To Change Default Search Engine in Safari (iOS and macOS)

This is arguably the easiest way. You can simply use the keyboard shortcut to add a bookmark. Here is how:

Open the desired website in Safari.
On your keyboard, press the Command-D keys together.
This will open the Bookmark dialog. Select a folder and then click Add.

Now you may choose a method and then you may repeat this step for all your favorite sites.

See also: How To Manage Downloads In Safari On iPhone And iPad

How to view bookmarks

So you have added your desired websites to your bookmarks. Here is how you can find and view your bookmarks:

In Safari, click the Sidebar button in the toolbar. And then click the Bookmarks tab. Or alternatively, click Bookmarks and choose Show Bookmarks.
You will see all of your bookmarks and bookmark folders. You can click a bookmark to visit.
You will see a search field at the top which you can use to search your bookmarks. If you do not see the search field, scroll down to open it.
To close this sidebar, you can click the Sidebar icon again. Or you can choose the Hide Bookmarks option from Bookmarks.

Alternatively, you can view your Bookmarks by clicking the Bookmarks in the menu bar.

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How to manage bookmarks

You can manage your bookmarks. You can:

edit, copy and delete your bookmarks or folders.
edit a bookmark’s description
create folders and organize your bookmarks.

Edit, rename or delete your bookmarks or folders

In safari, open the bookmark sidebar by clicking the Sidebar icon and then clicking the Bookmark icon.
Select a bookmark or bookmark folder to modify.
Right-click (or control-click) the bookmark or folder.
A menu will appear. Select one of the options: Rename, Edit Address (this will let you change the URL address of the bookmark), Copy, and Delete.

Edit description

If you want to change a bookmarks description, you can do that as well:

In Safari, open the Bookmark sidebar and then double-click a folder where the bookmark you want to change its description is located. If you have not created a bookmark, then double-click Favorites.
This will open all of the bookmarks in that folder.
Select a bookmark and then control-click (or right-click) it.
This time you will see an option saying “Edit Description”, select that.

You can also move your bookmarks to different folders by using your mouse to drag them there.

See also: Safari Says: Not Secure. What Does It Mean?

Create bookmark folders

You can create bookmark folders. This will let you organize your bookmarks. This will also make your bookmarks easier to find. You can create new bookmark folders many different ways, for example:

In Safari, click the Sidebar icon Open the Bookmark sidebar. Then click the Bookmark tab. Control-click (or right-click) anywhere inside the sidebar and then select New Folder.
Alternatively, in Safari, click Bookmarks and then Edit Bookmarks. This will open a bookmark window. Click the New Folder button (top-right corner of the screen). Or, to open this bookmark window, you can use its shortcut. On your keyboard, press these three keys together: Option(alt)-Command-b.

How to restore bookmarks

If you have ever accidentally deleted a bookmark, it can be incredibly frustrating. The good news is that, if you are using iCloud, you can restore your bookmarks to recover them by using iCloud.com. Follow the steps below:

Open Safari on your Mac and visit iCloud.com .
Sign in with your Apple ID. Then follow the onscreen instructions (verifying your identity etc).
Click Account Settings.
Scroll down and find the Advanced section.
Click Restore Bookmarks. You will see all of the available bookmarks. You can sort them by “Date Deleted”, “Name”, or “Folder”.
Select one or more then click Restore. Then click Done.

See also: How To Recover Deleted Contacts

Dr. Serhat Kurt worked as a Senior Technology Director specializing in Apple solutions for small and medium-sized educational institutions. He holds a doctoral degree (or doctorate) from the University of Illinois at Urbana / Champaign and a master’s degree from Purdue University. He is a former faculty member. Here is his LinkedIn profile and Google Scholar profile . Email Serhat Kurt .

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One Comment

Thanks for this info. So How do you MAKE a custom icon for your bookmark favorites toolbar in Safari?

Yes, I know about “favicons” and copy/past emojis from iChat or such into the toolbar from “Edit Bookmarks.” I have a bunch up there already. But if you have, for example, an organization with a logo, that makes more sense to show than having or abbreviating “Acme Plastics Composite and Recomposting Development Technologies Of the Puget Sound” or even “APCRCFTPS”… How about just the logo? That saves an enormous amount of real estate. How do you do that? No article even mentions anything about “customization” except how to move stuff around your toolbar. Thanks!

Mac 101: Safari bookmark shortcuts

Once you memorize the patterns, keyboard shortcuts can be huge time savers. Some easy-to-remember keystrokes are available in Safari and give you quick access to your bookmarked URLs. In this Mac 101 , we will show you how to organize your bookmarks bar and use the keyboard shortcuts to maximize your workflow.

Before you can start using these bookmark shortcuts, you need to spend some time organizing and tidying up your bookmarks bar. You will have to launch Safari, click on "Bookmarks" in the menu bar and then select "Show All Bookmarks." Alternatively, you can type control-option and B. You should see the bookmarks window as shown below.

Once Safari opens the bookmarks window, you can click on "Bookmarks Bar" on the left to view your available bookmarks and bookmark folders. Make sure you select "Bookmarks Bar" and not the "Bookmarks Menu," as these shortcuts only work with entries in the bookmarks bar. In general, you use the bookmarks bar for frequently used URLs and the bookmarks menu for seldom used ones.

You can remove, rename and reorganize all your bookmarks from this interface. Organizing your bookmarks bar is important as you need individual bookmarks that are not enclosed in folders for the keyboard shortcuts to work. You can move a bookmark in the bookmarks bar by dragging and dropping it into its spot. You should arrange the bookmarks in the order that you want to remember them. In the screenshot above, I placed TUAW at the top because I use that URL the most throughout the day.

When organizing your list, keep in mind that the shortcuts correspond to the order in which the bookmarks are organized. As shown below, TUAW is at the top and uses "1" in the shortcut, CNET is second and uses "2", and so on. Though you can have a bunch of bookmarks, only the first nine will work with the shortcuts.

Once your bookmarks are organized, you can use the simple keyboard shortcut of command-number to open the associated bookmark. In my example, command-1 opens TUAW, command-2 opens CNET, command-3 opens Apple and so on. You can have 9 bookmarks that are accessible by merely typing command-1 to command-9.

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Delete or hide photos and videos
Edit photos and videos
Trim video length and adjust slow motion
Edit Cinematic mode videos
Edit Live Photos
Edit portraits
Use photo albums
Edit, share, and organize albums
Filter and sort photos and videos in albums
Make stickers from your photos
Duplicate and copy photos and videos
Merge duplicate photos and videos
Search for photos
Identify people and pets
Browse photos by location
Share photos and videos
Share long videos
View photos and videos shared with you
Watch memories
Personalize your memories
Manage memories and featured photos
Use iCloud Photos
Create shared albums
Add and remove people in a shared album
Add and delete photos and videos in a shared album
Set up or join an iCloud Shared Photo Library
Add content to an iCloud Shared Photo Library
Use iCloud Shared Photo Library
Import and export photos and videos
Print photos
Find podcasts
Listen to podcasts
Follow your favorite podcasts
Use the Podcasts widget
Organize your podcast library
Download, save, or share podcasts
Subscribe to podcasts
Listen to subscriber-only content
Change download settings
Make a grocery list
Add items to a list
Edit and manage a list
Search and organize lists
Work with templates
Use Smart Lists
Print reminders
Use the Reminders widget
Change Reminders settings
Browse the web
Search for websites
Customize your Safari settings
Change the layout
Use Safari profiles
Open and close tabs
Organize your tabs
View your Safari tabs from another Apple device
Share Tab Groups
Use Siri to listen to a webpage
Bookmark favorite webpages
Save pages to a Reading List
Find links shared with you
Annotate and save a webpage as a PDF
Automatically fill in forms
Get extensions
Hide ads and distractions
Clear your cache
Browse the web privately
Use passkeys in Safari
Check stocks
Manage multiple watchlists
Read business news
Add earnings reports to your calendar
Use a Stocks widget
Translate text, voice, and conversations
Translate text in apps
Translate with the camera view
Subscribe to Apple TV+, MLS Season Pass, or an Apple TV channel
Add your TV provider
Get shows, movies, and more
Watch sports
Watch Major League Soccer with MLS Season Pass
Control playback
Manage your library
Change the settings
Make a recording
Play it back
Edit or delete a recording
Keep recordings up to date
Organize recordings
Search for or rename a recording
Share a recording
Duplicate a recording
Keep cards and passes in Wallet
Set up Apple Pay
Use Apple Pay for contactless payments
Use Apple Pay in apps and on the web
Track your orders
Use Apple Cash
Use Apple Card
Use Savings
Pay for transit
Access your home, hotel room, and vehicle
Add identity cards
Use COVID-19 vaccination cards
Check your Apple Account balance
Use Express Mode
Organize your Wallet
Remove cards or passes
Check the weather
Check the weather in other locations
View weather maps
Manage weather notifications
Use Weather widgets
Learn the weather icons
Find out what Siri can do
Tell Siri about yourself
Have Siri announce calls and notifications
Add Siri Shortcuts
About Siri Suggestions
Use Siri in your car
Change Siri settings
Contact emergency services
Use Emergency SOS via satellite
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Set up and view your Medical ID
Use Check In
Manage Crash Detection
Reset privacy and security settings in an emergency
Set up Family Sharing
Add Family Sharing members
Remove Family Sharing members
Share subscriptions
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Share locations with family and locate lost devices
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Protect your vision health with Screen Distance
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HomePod and other wireless speakers
Pair Magic Keyboard
Enter characters with diacritical marks
Switch between keyboards
Use shortcuts
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External storage devices
Bluetooth accessories
Share your internet connection
Allow phone calls on your iPad and Mac
Use iPhone as a webcam
Hand off tasks between devices
Cut, copy, and paste between iPhone and other devices
Stream video or mirror the screen of your iPhone
Start SharePlay instantly
Use AirDrop to send items
Connect iPhone and your computer with a cable
Transfer files between devices
Transfer files with email, messages, or AirDrop
Transfer files or sync content with the Finder or iTunes
Automatically keep files up to date with iCloud
Use an external storage device, a file server, or a cloud storage service
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Use your vehicle’s built-in controls
Get turn-by-turn directions
Change the map view
Make phone calls
View your calendar
Send and receive text messages
Announce incoming text messages
Play podcasts
Play audiobooks
Listen to news stories
Control your home
Use other apps with CarPlay
Rearrange icons on CarPlay Home
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Get started with accessibility features
Turn on accessibility features for setup
Change Siri accessibility settings
Open features with Accessibility Shortcut
Change color and brightness
Make text easier to read
Reduce onscreen motion
Customize per-app visual settings
Hear what’s on the screen or typed
Hear audio descriptions
Turn on and practice VoiceOver
Change your VoiceOver settings
Use VoiceOver gestures
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Control VoiceOver using the rotor
Use the onscreen keyboard
Write with your finger
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Use a braille display
Type braille on the screen
Customize gestures and keyboard shortcuts
Use VoiceOver with a pointer device
Use VoiceOver for images and videos
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Adjust how iPhone responds to your touch
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Select items, perform actions, and more
Control several devices with one switch
Use hearing devices
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Play background sounds
Display subtitles and captions
Show transcriptions for Intercom messages
Get Live Captions (beta)
Type to speak
Record a Personal Voice
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Bookmark a website in Safari on iPhone

Bookmark a favorite website

View and organize your bookmarks

Tap Edit, then do any of the following:

Create a new folder: Tap New Folder at the bottom left, enter a name, then tap Done.

Rename bookmarks: Tap the bookmark, enter a new name, then tap Done.

See your Mac bookmarks on iPhone

Tap Show All (below Apps Using iCloud), then make sure Safari is turned on.

Note: You must also have Safari turned on in iCloud settings on your Mac and be signed in with the same Apple ID . See Set up iCloud for the Safari app on all your devices in the iCloud User Guide.

Add a website icon to your Home Screen

You can add a website icon to your iPhone Home Screen for quick access.

Scroll down the list of options, then tap Add to Home Screen.

The icon appears only on the device where you add it.

In Safari, the Share button on a website has been tapped, displaying a list of options, including Add to Home Screen.

Note: Some websites may ask for permission to send you notifications. You can change your notification settings at any time. See Change notification settings .

21 shortcuts for Safari you need to know

Become a Safari Svengali by employing some of these keyboard shortcuts.

If you use Apple's own browser on your Mac, then I've got some shortcuts to share with you. With just a handful of these keyboard shortcuts, you can become a superior Safari surfer.

Tab and window management

1. open link in new tab.

Some links are coded to open in the current tab while others open in a new tab. To take control of this behavior, press Command when you click a link to stay on your current page while opening the link in a new tab in the background. Likewise, use Command-Shift-click to open link in new tab and switch to it.

2. Jump to next or previous tab

Use Command-Shift-right arrow to jump one tab to the right and use Command-Shift-left arrow to jump one tab to the left. Alternatively, you can use Control-Tab to move to the right and Control-Shift-Tab to move to the left

3. Jump to specific tab

To jump to a specific tab of the many you have open, press Command and any number key between 1 and 9 . Command-1 jumps you to your first (left-most) tab. Command-5 , for example, jumps you to the fifth tab from the left.

4. Bring back closed tab

You probably use Command-T to open a new tab, but did you know that Command-Z opens your previously closed tab. Undo that last tab closure! Unlike Chrome and Firefox that remember your last 10 closed tabs, Safari brings back only your last closed tab with this shortcut. For other closed tabs, you'll need to find them in Safari's History.

5. Drag tabs

Safari is quite flexible when it comes to moving your tabs around. You can click and drag a tab to move it to another spot among your row open tabs in the current window. You can also drag a tab out of the current window and start a new window or drag it from one window to another window.

6. M for minimize

Hit Command-M to minimize your current window.

7. Close current tab or window

This shortcut saves you from needing to click the little X to close a tab. Instead, use Command-W to close your current tab. To close your current Safari window, use Command-Shift-W .

8. Close all tabs but current tab

After an explosion of tabs, you can close all tabs but the current tab (and any pinned tabs) by hitting Command-Option-W .

9. Enter Reading Mode

Hit Command-Shift-R to enable Safari's reading mode to get a clean, clutter-free version of the page you are viewing.

10. Add to Reading List

Hit Command-Shift-D to add the current page to your Reading List so you can return to it later.

11. Open the Sidebar

Hit Command-Shift-L to open Safari's Sidebar to see your Bookmarks, Reading List, Shared links. Hit the keyboard shortcut again to close the Sidebar.

12. Go fullscreen

Hit Command-Control-F to move in and out of fullscreen mode.

13. Private, keep out

Hit Command-Shift-N to open a Private Browsing window.

14. Mute noisy tab

Like Chrome, Safari displays a speaker icon on any tab that is playing audio. Unlike with Chrome, with Safari you can click on the speaker icon to mute the tab. You can also click the blue speaker icon in the URL bar to mute all tabs.

Page navigation

15. forward and back.

You can go back a page on your current tab by hitting Command-left arrow . To move forward a page, use Command-right arrow .

16. Page up and down

When you are viewing a page (and not filling out a form, using Google Docs or otherwise engaging your cursor in Safari), hit the spacebar to page down on a page and Shift-spacebar to page up.

17. Top or bottom

Hit Command-up arrow to return to the top of the web page you are viewing and Command-down arrow to go to the very bottom of the page.

18. Stop a page from loading

If a page is taking too long to load, hit the Escape key to stop it from loading. To reload the page, hit Command-R .

19. Zoom controls

If you have trouble reading a small font on a page, hit Command-Shift-[equals sign] to zoom in. To zoom out, use Command-Shift-[minus sign] to zoom out. To return to the default zoom level, hit Command-Shift-0 (zero).

20. URL bar

Hit Command-L to take control of URL bar.

21. Find bar

Use Command-F to open the Find bar to search for text on the current page. When searching for text with the Find bar, hit Return to go to the next instance of your search term on the page and use Shift-Return to go to the previous instance.

Many of the shortcuts are the same, but I've got Chrome shortcuts and Firefox shortcuts if either is your preferred browser.

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Troubleshooting, 31 useful safari keyboard shortcuts for mac.

Safari is the fast and lean default web browser bundled with every Mac and Mac OS X. You probably already know a keyboard shortcut or two, but there are tons of shortcuts in Safari worth remembering that can really improve your experience browsing the web.

We’ll cover 31 different keystrokes for Safari on Mac, they are grouped into different sections based on use case, and we’ve also included a few multi-touch gestures for those of us with multitouch capable Macs. You’ll get a grand total of 31 keyboard shortcuts for Safari on Mac, and 4 Safari gestures too!

8 Safari Shortcuts for Navigating Tabs & Web Pages

Switch to Next Tab – Control+Tab
Switch to Previous Tab – Control+Shift+Tab
Scroll Down by Full Screen – Spacebar
Scroll Up by Full Screen – Shift+Spacebar
Go to Address Bar – Command+L
Open New Tab – Command+T
Open Link in New Tab – Command+Click a link
Add Linked Page to Reading List – Shift+Click link

7 Safari Shortcuts for Reading & Viewing Pages

Strip Styling and View in Reader – Command+Shift+R
Increase Text Size – Command+Plus
Decrease Text Size – Command+Minus
Default Text Size – Command+0
Enter or Exit Full Screen – Command+Escape
Open Home Page – Command+Shift+H
Mail Link to Current Page – Command+Shift+I

5 Safari Shortcuts for Caches, Loading Pages, Source, and Pop Ups

Empty Browser Cache – Command+Option+E
Reload Page – Command+R
Stop Loading Page – Command+.
View Page Source – Command+Option+U
Disable Pop Up Windows – Command+Shift+K

3 Safari Shortcuts for Finding and Navigating Found Items

Find Text on Page – Command+F
Navigate Found Items Forward – Return
Navigate Found Items Backwards – Shift+Return

8 Safari Shortcuts for Toolbars, History, and Reading List

Hide or Show Toolbar – Command+i
Hide or Show Bookmarks Bar – Command+Shift+B
Hide or Show Status Bar – Command+/
Hide or Show Tab Bar – Command+Shift+T
Show Top Sites – Command+Option+1
Show History – Command+Option+2
Show Reading List – Command+Shift+L
Show Downloads – Command+Option+L

Bonus: 4 Safari Multi-Touch Gestures

Go Back – Two Finger Swipe Left
Go Forward – Two Finger Swipe Right
Zoom Out / Decrease Font Size – Pinch
Zoom In / Increase Font Size – Spread / Reverse Pinch

There are even more keyboard commands, but the above lists recommend the most useful. If you’re looking through the menus and wondering what some of those symbols are, our recent post on Mac keyboard symbols should help decipher some of the peculiar looking glyphs.

Want to learn more keystrokes for other apps? Browse through our other keyboard shortcut lists , you’ll notice there are often similarities between the shortcuts and apps, particularly those created by Apple.

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Thanks for sharing

Try command + [ for back command + ] for forward

Thank you very much.

Look inside the Safari.app folder. There’s a file called: Shortcuts.html

file:///Applications/Safari.app/Contents/Resources/Shortcuts.html

Great to make a Bookmark of, and to keep all the shortcuts close. :)

A four finger swipe gives you the last program opened consecutively.

If you use several web browsers, it may be helpful to standardize your keyboard commands across all applications using System Preferences. I set “Switch to Next/Previous Tab” to command+option+left/right arrow. Also, I used the System Preferences pane “BetterTouchTool” to perform those actions with three-finger left/right swipes.

It’s one finger swipe for go forward/back. Two finger swipe makes you go to dashboard or change despktop/full screen app.

This depends on input method and also on your settings. It can be a one finger swipe, two finger swipe or even a three finger swipe.

Hide or Show Toolbar – Command+i

Hide or Show Toolbar – Command+| (vertical divider)

Mail Current Page – Command+i (mails contents)

Hide or Show Toolbar does not work.

Every page I go to has this shortcut listed and it doesn’t. work.

The two finger dragging direction is counter-intuitive. Just as dragging up a page in Lion pulls the page up, I’d prefer to drag the page from left to right to pull in the previous page.

Navigate Found Items Forward – Return

Also, Command + G

Look up in dictionary ctrl + command + d when hovering a word with the cursor.

the three-finger tap can be used for this as well.

That’s great. Thanks!

Great list but Safari has some features I can’t stand right now, mainly the automatic refresh thing and other iOS inspired elements that make it difficult to use. I’m using Chrome for the time being since Firefox crapped the bed and never recovered from it’s mishap. Hopefully Apple fixes Safari, I like it a lot.

Yes the fact that Safari refreshes the page every time you hit the back button is very annoying. I don’t see any benefit in it either and it means you download the page contents again unnecessarily.

I Like Chrome .

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As the default browser on Apple devices, Safari offers users a range of features designed to make browsing easier and more efficient. One such feature is keyboard shortcuts. Using keyboard shortcuts saves time and effort, as they can help you perform various tasks and navigate through Safari without having to use your mouse or touchpad. In this article, we'll explore how to use keyboard shortcuts on Safari and take a closer look at some of the most commonly used shortcuts.

Understanding Keyboard Shortcuts in Safari

Safari is a popular web browser that comes equipped with a range of helpful keyboard shortcuts. These shortcuts allow you to perform various tasks and navigate through the browser with ease. Understanding how these shortcuts work can significantly improve your browsing experience and increase your productivity.

Keyboard shortcuts can be especially handy if you have limited mobility or prefer to use a keyboard over a mouse or touchpad. By using these shortcuts, you can reduce the amount of time you spend clicking on buttons or using the mouse. This can be a welcome relief if you suffer from repetitive strain injury (RSI) or other conditions that affect your hand movement.

The Benefits of Using Keyboard Shortcuts

There are numerous benefits to using keyboard shortcuts when browsing Safari. For instance, using keyboard shortcuts can be faster and more efficient than using your mouse. With a bit of practice, you can quickly get used to using shortcuts and navigate Safari with greater ease.

Another benefit of using keyboard shortcuts is that they can help to reduce the strain on your hands and wrists. If you spend a lot of time browsing the web, you may find that using a mouse or touchpad can cause discomfort or pain in your hands. By using keyboard shortcuts, you can reduce the amount of time you spend using your mouse or touchpad and alleviate some of this discomfort.

Commonly Used Safari Keyboard Shortcuts

Here are some of the most common shortcuts used in Safari:

Command + T: Opens a new tab on Safari

Command + W: Closes the current tab in Safari

Command + R: Refreshes the current webpage

Command + L: Highlights the address bar

Command + Option + F: Activates the “Find” bar, which lets you search for specific terms on a page

These shortcuts can be incredibly useful if you want to quickly navigate through Safari or perform specific tasks without using your mouse. For example, if you want to open a new tab, you can simply press Command + T instead of clicking on the “New Tab” button with your mouse.

If you’re new to using keyboard shortcuts, it may take some time to get used to them. However, with a bit of practice, you’ll soon find that they can significantly improve your browsing experience and make it easier to navigate through Safari.

Navigating Safari with Keyboard Shortcuts

One of the most significant advantages of using keyboard shortcuts on Safari is that they allow you to navigate through the browser easily. Here, we'll explore some of the most useful keyboard shortcuts for navigating Safari.

Opening and Closing Tabs

To open a new tab in Safari, press Command + T . To close the current tab, press Command + W . If you have multiple tabs open, and you want to close a specific one, use the shortcut Command + Shift + W .

Switching Between Tabs

You can switch between tabs in Safari using keyboard shortcuts. To switch to the previous tab, press Command + Shift + { . To switch to the next tab, press Command + Shift + } .

Navigating Webpages

Safari's keyboard shortcuts make it easy to navigate webpages. To move down a page, press the spacebar. To move up a page, press Shift + spacebar .

Using the Address Bar and Search

To highlight the address bar in Safari, press Command + L . If you want to search the web, press Command + Option + F , which will activate the Find bar. From there, you can enter a search term, and Safari will search the page for it.

Managing Bookmarks and Favorites with Keyboard Shortcuts

Safari's keyboard shortcuts also allow you to manage your bookmarks and favorites with ease. Here's what you need to know.

Adding and Editing Bookmarks

To add a bookmark, press Command + D . This will add the current webpage to your bookmarks. If you want to edit or delete a bookmark, highlight it in the bookmark bar by using the arrow keys, and then press Command + Delete .

Organizing Bookmarks

Safari's keyboard shortcuts also make it easy to organize your bookmarks. To open the bookmarks sidebar, press Command + Option + B . From there, you can use the arrow keys to navigate through your bookmarks and folders. To move a bookmark from one folder to another, highlight it and press Command + X to cut it, then navigate to the target folder and press Command + V to paste it.

Accessing Favorites

You can also access your favorites using keyboard shortcuts in Safari. To open your favorites bar, press Command + Shift + B . From there, you can navigate through your favorites using the arrow keys.

Enhancing Your Browsing Experience with Additional Shortcuts

Zooming in and out.

If you want to zoom in on a webpage, press Command + Plus (+) . To zoom out, press Command +Minus (-) .

Viewing Your Browsing History

To view your browsing history, press Command + Y . This will bring up a list of recently visited sites that you can navigate using the arrow keys.

Using Safari's Reader Mode

If you're reading a long article and want to remove any distractions, use Safari's Reader Mode. To activate it, press Command + Shift + R . This will strip the page of any extraneous content, such as ads and pop-ups, leaving only the text of the article.

Using keyboard shortcuts on Safari can significantly improve your browsing experience and save you time and effort. With practice, you can quickly get used to these shortcuts and navigate Safari with greater efficiency. Whether you're looking to manage your bookmarks, navigate webpages, or access your browsing history, Safari's keyboard shortcuts make it easy to do so.

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Elevate your Safari browsing on macOS and iOS with 50+ keyboard shortcuts. From webpage navigation to bookmark management, find it all here

As Apple’s flagship browser, Safari is known for its speed, privacy features , and user-friendly interface. It is the go-to browser for many iOS and macOS users, ranging from professionals to students and casual surfers.

In this post, we’ll show you a list of more than 50 keyboard shortcuts for desktop Safari. Whether you’re a multitasking pro or someone who just wants to make their online activities a bit smoother, these keyboard shortcuts are sure to come in handy.

Related: Keyboard shortcuts for macOS Venture , iMessage , Apple Pages , and Terminal .

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12 Safari keyboard shortcuts you should know

If you use Safari as your full-time browser on Mac, then you should learn some of the more important keyboard shortcuts to supercharge your workflow. In this post, we tell you about a dozen must-have Safari shortcuts to power up your browsing experience.

But first, a quick video walkthrough of the best keyboard shortcuts in Safari for Mac.

Without further ado, here are the best keyboard shortcuts for macOS Safari.

1. Quickly switch between open tabs

To quickly switch between Safari tabs using your keyboard, use Control + Tab or Control + Shift + Tab to navigate your open tabs forward and backward. You can also press Command + 1 to Command + 8 to quickly switch to a specific tab. If your open tabs don’t fit Safari’s tab bar , simply swipe left or right on any tab using your trackpad to reveal the ones outside window boundaries.

2. Instantly jump to the rightmost tab

To instantly jump to the rightmost open tab , press Command + 9 . This handy shortcut only works on Mac computers running macOS High Sierra 10.13.4 or newer. On older macOS editions, this shortcut takes you to the ninth Safari tab.

3. Close a tab

You can quickly close a Safari tab by pressing Command + W . To close all tabs except the currently active one , right-click or Control-click the one you’d like to keep and choose Close Other Tabs from a popup menu.

Alternatively, press the Option key and click the tab’s close symbol ( x ). This will keep this tab open and close all other open tabs!

4. Reopen recently closed tabs or windows

Have you ever closed a tab and instantly regretted doing so? No big deal! There are several shortcuts for bringing recently closed tabs . If your last action in Safari was closing a tab, use the standard undo shortcut Command + Z .

Otherwise, press Shift + Command + T or choose Reopen Last Closed Tab from Safari’s History menu.

You can use this shortcut (or the Undo action) repeatedly to reopen multiple closed tabs. To reopen a particular closed tab, select it from Safari’s History → Recently Closed sub-menu

Tip: To reopen any accidentally closed windows or tabs from your last browsing session, click Safari’s History menu and choose the option Reopen All Windows From Last Session .

5. Switch between windows

We know how to switch between tabs, but how do you quickly switch between windows in Safari? Just press Command + ` or Command + Shift + ` to switch windows in reverse.

6. Go back or forward

Let the trackpad and mouse rest. Use the Command + ] shortcut to advance to the next webpage and Command + [ to go back to the previous webpage in Safari on Mac.

7. Scroll a full-page

To scroll a full page at a time in Mac’s Safari, hold the Option key and press the Up or Down arrow key. You can also press the Space bar or the Shift + Space bar combination to scroll down or up a full page.

8. Jump to the top or bottom of the webpage

To instantly reach the very top or bottom of a webpage in Safari, hold the Command key on the keyboard while pressing the Up or Down arrow key.

9. Show or hide the favorites bar

Every little bit of real estate counts. To show or hide your Favorites bar in Mac’s Safari, press Command + Shift + B .

10. Open a private-browsing window

To quickly open a new private-browsing session in Safari on Mac, press Command + Shift + N .

Related: 4 quick ways to open Safari Private Tab on iPhone

11. Show or hide the sidebar

Want fast access to Safari’s Bookmarks, Reading List, and Shared links? Try pressing Command + Shift + L .

12. Jump straight to the URL bar

If you want to quickly access the Safari address bar to type in a URL or enter a search query, use Command + L .

Your favorite Safari shortcuts?

Of course, there are many more productivity-boosting keyboard shortcuts for Safari that you should familiarize yourself with, but these twelve basic ones should be incorporated into everyone’s repertoire from the get-go. Plus, with Safari open, when you click the menus in the menu bar, you’ll get to know about more keyboard shortcuts.

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1.1 Most used Safari Shortcuts
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I'm curious if you know a reason why SEARCH RESULTS SNAPBACK is never available to me. I tried reversing the option in Safari/Prefs/er uh Settings/General: I use Tab Layout: Separate, I always show website titles in tabs and I open pages in tabs instead of windows automatically. Changing that made no difference but I can't think of what else I could have messed up, er uh, changed to make this command unavailable. Not a critical issue--just curious.

brad: Make sure you use the address field to search, not a web page (like Google's home page). Don't skip the search results page as you must end up at a search results page for this to work. If you choose one of the results from the drop-down then you go right to the result.

Thanks! I’m using the "Address and Search" field of the toolbar. I open a new blank window, search a term there, open a resulting link, then a link within that page and a link within that page and SEARCH RESULTS SNAPBACK always remains grayed out. I find my ways...

brad: Don't open the "resulting link." Type your search term and then press Return to go to the search page. Unless you see Google's search page with the results first, and then select a result on that page, it won't work. There's nothing to "snap back" to if you don't visit the search results page.

on a blank page, in the "Address and Search" field, I enter the term. The result is Google’s page with all the results. I choose one of those links and then burrow down into deeper and deeper links but never does SEARCH RESULTS SNAPBACK become available. UNTIL: I started to record my keystrokes & mac’s reactions so I could show you and after the first subsequent link, the SEARCH RESULTS SNAPBACK became available just like it’s supposed to!

It’s as if starting the record/capture process changed something because after shutting down the recording, it still works like a charm. I’m guessing nothing happened like I said and this was all a hallucination. I hope you didn’t get too consternated! After all this, I’m going to make damn sure I find a reason to use it! LOL!

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How To Change Safari Shortcuts

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Introduction

Safari, Apple's widely used web browser, is known for its sleek interface, robust performance, and seamless integration with the Apple ecosystem. One of its standout features is the ability to customize keyboard shortcuts, allowing users to navigate the web with efficiency and ease. Whether you're a casual user or a power surfer, understanding how to change Safari shortcuts can significantly enhance your browsing experience.

In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the intricacies of Safari shortcuts, providing you with a step-by-step approach to modifying these shortcuts to align with your preferences. By the end of this article, you will have the knowledge and confidence to tailor Safari's shortcuts to suit your unique browsing habits.

Let's embark on this journey to unlock the full potential of Safari's shortcuts, empowering you to navigate the web with unparalleled speed and convenience. Whether you're aiming to streamline your workflow, boost productivity, or simply personalize your browsing experience, the ability to change Safari shortcuts is a valuable skill that can elevate your digital interactions.

Now, let's dive into the world of Safari shortcuts and discover how you can tailor them to match your browsing style and preferences.

Understanding Safari Shortcuts

Safari shortcuts are predefined key combinations that allow users to perform various actions within the Safari web browser quickly. These shortcuts are designed to streamline navigation, enhance productivity, and provide a seamless browsing experience. By familiarizing yourself with Safari shortcuts, you can efficiently execute commands, access specific features, and maneuver through web pages with precision.

Built-in Shortcuts

Safari comes equipped with a range of built-in shortcuts that cater to different aspects of web browsing. These shortcuts encompass a diverse set of functions, including navigating between tabs, managing bookmarks, accessing the address bar, and controlling page elements. For instance, pressing Command + T opens a new tab, while Command + D bookmarks the current page. These built-in shortcuts serve as foundational tools for optimizing your browsing workflow.

Customization Options

In addition to the default shortcuts, Safari offers users the flexibility to customize and create their own keyboard shortcuts. This feature empowers individuals to tailor their browsing experience according to their specific needs and preferences. Whether it's assigning a unique shortcut for a frequently visited website or creating a personalized command for a specific browser function, the ability to customize shortcuts adds a layer of personalization to the browsing process.

Accessibility and Efficiency

Understanding Safari shortcuts is not only about convenience but also accessibility. For users with mobility impairments or those seeking to navigate the web more efficiently, keyboard shortcuts can significantly improve accessibility. By minimizing the reliance on mouse or trackpad interactions, shortcuts offer a more streamlined and efficient means of interacting with web content, ultimately enhancing the overall browsing experience.

Integration with Apple Ecosystem

Safari shortcuts seamlessly integrate with the broader Apple ecosystem, providing a consistent user experience across Apple devices. Whether you're using Safari on a Mac, iPad, or iPhone, the familiarity and uniformity of shortcuts create a cohesive browsing environment. This integration fosters a sense of continuity and ease of use, allowing users to transition seamlessly between different Apple devices while retaining the familiarity of Safari's shortcuts.

By comprehensively understanding the significance of Safari shortcuts, you can harness their potential to navigate the web with precision, efficiency, and personalization. Now that we've explored the foundational aspects of Safari shortcuts, let's delve into the process of changing these shortcuts to align with your browsing preferences and habits.

Changing Safari Shortcuts

Customizing Safari shortcuts offers a tailored browsing experience, aligning the browser's functionality with your unique preferences and habits. The process of changing Safari shortcuts involves a few simple steps, allowing you to redefine key combinations to suit your individual needs.

Accessing Preferences : To initiate the customization of Safari shortcuts, begin by opening the Safari browser on your Mac. Next, navigate to the "Safari" menu located in the top-left corner of the screen and select "Preferences" from the dropdown menu. This action will open the Preferences window, providing access to a range of customization options, including shortcuts.

Navigating to Shortcuts : Within the Preferences window, click on the "Tabs" icon, denoted by a tab-shaped symbol. This will reveal the "Tab" settings, where you can view and modify the existing keyboard shortcuts associated with tab management. Additionally, you can explore other categories such as "Bookmarks" and "Extensions" to customize shortcuts related to these functionalities.

Modifying Shortcuts : Once you have accessed the relevant shortcut settings, you can proceed to modify the existing shortcuts or create new ones. To change a shortcut, simply click on the current key combination next to the desired action and input the new key sequence that you wish to assign. This intuitive interface allows for seamless customization, enabling you to tailor shortcuts according to your browsing habits.

Saving Changes : After adjusting the shortcuts to your satisfaction, ensure to save the changes by clicking the "Save" or "OK" button within the Preferences window. This finalizes the customization process, implementing your personalized shortcuts within Safari.

By following these straightforward steps, you can effortlessly change Safari shortcuts, optimizing the browser's functionality to align with your specific browsing habits and workflow. This level of customization empowers you to navigate the web with enhanced efficiency and convenience, reflecting your individual preferences and optimizing your digital interactions.

With the ability to modify Safari shortcuts at your fingertips, you can seamlessly integrate the browser's functionality with your unique browsing style, ultimately enhancing your overall web browsing experience.

Testing the New Shortcuts

Once you have customized the shortcuts in Safari to align with your browsing preferences, it's essential to test the new key combinations to ensure they function as intended. Testing the new shortcuts not only validates the changes you've made but also allows you to familiarize yourself with the updated commands, ultimately enhancing your browsing efficiency.

To begin testing the new shortcuts, open Safari and navigate through various tasks using the modified key combinations. Start by utilizing the shortcuts for common actions such as opening new tabs, bookmarking pages, and navigating between tabs. By doing so, you can immediately gauge the impact of the customized shortcuts on your browsing workflow.

As you test the new shortcuts, pay close attention to their responsiveness and consistency. Verify that each key combination triggers the intended action without any conflicts or unexpected behavior. This meticulous testing process ensures that the customized shortcuts seamlessly integrate into your browsing experience, enhancing your overall efficiency and productivity.

Furthermore, consider testing the new shortcuts across different contexts and web pages. Whether you're browsing news articles, conducting research, or engaging in online transactions, assess how the modified shortcuts perform across diverse web content. This comprehensive testing approach allows you to adapt the shortcuts to various browsing scenarios, ensuring their reliability and effectiveness across different tasks and activities.

Additionally, take note of any adjustments or refinements that may be necessary during the testing phase. If certain shortcuts require fine-tuning or if you identify the need for additional customized commands, make the necessary modifications within Safari's preferences. This iterative testing and refinement process enable you to tailor the shortcuts to perfection, creating a browsing experience that seamlessly aligns with your unique habits and preferences.

By thoroughly testing the new shortcuts in Safari, you can confidently integrate these personalized key combinations into your daily browsing routine. The process of testing and refining the shortcuts ensures that they not only meet your immediate browsing needs but also contribute to a more streamlined and personalized web browsing experience.

As you navigate through the web using the newly customized shortcuts, you'll experience a heightened sense of control and efficiency, reflecting the tailored nature of your browsing interactions. Ultimately, the testing phase serves as the final validation of your customized shortcuts, solidifying their role in optimizing your Safari browsing experience.

In conclusion, the ability to change Safari shortcuts presents a valuable opportunity to personalize and optimize your browsing experience. By understanding the significance of shortcuts, exploring the customization options, and testing the modified key combinations, you can elevate your efficiency and control while navigating the web.

Customizing Safari shortcuts transcends mere convenience; it reflects a deeper level of engagement with your digital interactions. The process empowers you to tailor the browser's functionality to align with your unique browsing habits, ultimately enhancing your productivity and overall satisfaction with the browsing experience.

As you navigate through the digital landscape, the customized shortcuts serve as a reflection of your individual preferences and workflow. Whether you're streamlining tab management, accessing bookmarks with ease, or executing specific browser functions, the personalized shortcuts seamlessly integrate into your browsing routine, enhancing your control and efficiency.

Furthermore, the iterative nature of testing and refining the shortcuts underscores the dynamic nature of the browsing experience. It allows for continuous adaptation and optimization, ensuring that the shortcuts evolve alongside your evolving browsing habits and digital needs.

Ultimately, the process of changing Safari shortcuts is a testament to the user-centric approach that defines the Apple ecosystem. It exemplifies the commitment to empowering users with the tools and flexibility to tailor their digital experiences, fostering a sense of ownership and personalization.

As you embark on your journey to customize Safari shortcuts, remember that the process is not merely about modifying key combinations; it's about sculpting a browsing environment that resonates with your unique preferences and habits. Embrace the opportunity to infuse your digital interactions with a touch of personalization, and let the customized shortcuts become an extension of your browsing identity.

In the ever-evolving digital landscape, the ability to adapt and personalize your browsing experience is a powerful asset. By harnessing the potential of customized shortcuts, you can navigate the web with precision, efficiency, and a sense of ownership, ultimately transforming your digital interactions into a seamless and tailored experience.

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The Ultimate Guide to Customizing Safari on Mac

Make Safari an even better browser for your Mac by customizing it. Here's how to tweak it to your liking.

Safari can be a pleasure to use if you take the time to customize it and get rid of any potential annoyances. You don't need to spend a lot of time on this task.

As you'll see below, even a few simple tweaks can go a long way in polishing up Apple's native browser.

1. Tweak Tab and Window Behavior

Start by setting up Safari to restore windows from the previous session every time you open the app. To do this, under Safari > Preferences > General , select All windows from last session from the Safari opens with dropdown menu.

This tweak makes the homepage seem redundant, because it changes what you see when you first open Safari. Despite that, it's a good idea to set the homepage to your most-loved web page to keep it accessible with a click of the Home button on the toolbar.

From the same settings section, you can also choose what shows up in every new window and tab by default. A blank page, your homepage, and your most frequently opened pages are a few of your options here.

2. Clean Up the Toolbar

While Safari's toolbar is minimal to begin with, it gets cluttered up fast when you install extensions. That's because each extension automatically enables its own toolbar button.

Also, you'll find that you have no need for certain toolbar buttons. For example, if you know the shortcut for displaying the sidebar ( Cmd + Shift + L ), you don't need the corresponding button.

In any case, if you don't want to get distracted by the sight of unnecesary toolbar buttons, it's important to clean up the toolbar once in a while. To do that, first right-click on a blank space in the toolbar and then click on the Customize Toolbar option that appears.

From the toolbar button choices that show up in a box, drag the ones you need to the toolbar and the ones you don't off the toolbar. You can also rearrange buttons by dragging and dropping them into place. Click on the Done button once you're satisfied with the results.

(Pay attention to the default set of buttons at the bottom of the toolbar box. You can restore this set any time if you ever make a giant mess of your toolbar setup.)

If you simply want to rearrange or get rid of toolbar buttons, you can do that even without opening the Customize Toolbar box. Hold down the Cmd key and move the buttons around or drag them off the toolbar as needed.

3. Set Up Bookmarks and the Reading List

Your Safari customization is incomplete without easy access to your favorite web pages. If you want to import your bookmarks from Chrome, Firefox, or an HTML file, you can do so via File > Import From . You can also create bookmarks from active tabs with the Bookmarks > Add Bookmark menu option or with the shortcut Cmd + D .

Read our guide to bookmarks and favorites in Safari to learn everything you need to know about managing your bookmarks.

Apart from bookmarks, Safari has another useful read-it-later feature called Reading List. It's ideal for temporary bookmarks, reading articles offline, and sharing them between your Apple devices.

To add a page to your Reading List, click on the tiny plus button that appears next to the URL in the address bar when you hover over it. Clicking on Bookmarks > Add to Reading List when you have the page open also works.

Your Reading List content shows up in the second tab in Safari's sidebar. You can access the list directly by clicking on View > Show Reading List Sidebar .

Want Safari to save your Reading List articles for offline use automatically? To make this happen, visit Safari > Preferences > Advanced and select the checkbox next to Reading List .

4. Customize Websites

Safari lets you configure a few settings on a per-website basis. These include camera and microphone access, push notifications, and auto-play settings. To tweak these, visit Safari > Preferences > Websites .

In the sidebar, you'll see the list of settings you can configure for individual websites. For each setting, notice the default behavior listed below the right-hand pane. You can leave that setting alone or pick a different option from the dropdown menu provided.

Above this setting, you'll see a list of currently open websites and can configure a specific setting for each of them. For example, in the Auto-Play pane, notice that the default Safari behavior is to stop auto-playing media.

Now, let's say you have YouTube open in the background. You can then program Safari to auto-play all content on YouTube in future. To do this, select the Allow All Auto-Play option from the dropdown menu next to YouTube in the list of active websites.

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5. Create Custom Keyboard Shortcuts for Bookmarks

Did you know that you can set up shortcuts for your Safari bookmarks? It's one of those tiny but useful macOS features you'll definitely want to know about.

To create shortcuts for a bookmark, first visit System Preferences > Keyboard > Shortcuts > App Shortcuts . Now, click on the plus button below the right-hand pane to reveal the shortcut creation popup. Here, select Safari from the Application dropdown menu.

Next, switch to Safari and note the name of the bookmark you want to create the shortcut for, exactly as it appears under Bookmarks > Favorites . Type that name in the Menu Title field back in the macOS settings app you switched from.

(You can also copy the bookmark name from the Bookmarks Editor and paste it into the Menu Title field.)

Now, highlight the field next to Keyboard Shortcut and hit the key combination you want to use for the bookmark in question. Click on the Add button to wrap up.

The shortcut you set up should start working immediately in Safari, as long as the address bar isn't selected. Test it out and then set up shortcuts for the rest of your most-important websites.

Be sure to also check out our Safari shortcuts cheat sheet .

6. Add More Features With Extensions

Safari's extension gallery hasn't ever been as vast as that of Chrome and Firefox. It's a pity that now it has shrunk further thanks to Apple's decision to kill support for non-App Store extensions.

Despite that, you still have quite a few useful extensions to choose from. Here are a few of those we consider must-haves:

AutoPagerize : This auto-loads paginated webpages.
Shut Up : Will auto-hide comments on webpages.
Awesome Screenshot : Capture and annotate screenshots.

7. Enable Special Features With the Develop Menu

You'll notice that you can't inspect web pages in Safari to debug and tweak page content. That's because this advanced feature is available only via a hidden menu.

To reveal this---the Develop menu---first visit Safari > Preferences > Advanced . There, at the bottom of the pane, select the checkbox for Show Develop menu in the menu bar .

You'll then see the menu show up between the Bookmarks and Window menus. It lets you empty caches, tweak webpages on the fly, disable images, and so on.

With the Develop menu enabled, an Inspect Element option shows up in the right-click menu. Click on this item to reveal Safari's Web Inspector for the active page.

Make Safari Your Most Favorite Browser Yet

Safari is one of the best default Mac apps you don't need to replace . We consider it the optimal browser for Mac (and iOS) users . And we guarantee that with changes like the ones we discussed above, Safari will be a delight to use every day.

14 shortcuts for Safari Views, Tab Groups, and Focus Filters to use with iOS 16

Safari is getting easier to work with inside Shortcuts — these shortcuts will help you get started.

Photo of a subset of the linked shortcuts shown in light blue on an iPad screen.

New actions

Safari views, focus filters.

In the iOS 16 public beta, Apple has added six new actions to the Shortcuts app that work with Safari on iPhone and iPad.

Currently only available for developers and public testers (but coming to everyone this fall), these actions are aimed at interacting with different "views" in Safari, plus creating tabs and doing basic Tab Group management.

To help you take full advantage of these, here are 14 shortcuts built out with each potential option across the actions so that you don't have to build them yourself — if you're brave enough to install the betas, that is (if not, just bookmark this story):

Open Safari Bookmarks
Open Safari History
Open Reading List
Open Shared With You
Open Safari start page
Open Safari sidebar
Open Tab Overview
Open new tab
Open new private tab
Open Default tabs
Open Private tabs
Create Tab Group
Open Safari Tab Group
Set Safari Focus Filter

Screenshot of the Shortcuts app showing the listed actions.

Released alongside 40 other actions , Safari has gained six actions of its own so far in the betas (descriptions from Apple):

1. Open View: Opens the view in Safari.

2. Open New Tab: Opens a new tab.

3. Open New Private Tab: Opens a new Private Tab.

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4. Create Tab Group: Creates an empty Tab Group.

5. Open Tab Group: Opens the selected Tab Group.

6. Set Safari Focus Filter: Sets the behavior of the safari when the given Focus in enabled.

In addition, Safari Reader actions are also now available on macOS , matching the functionality from iOS and iPadOS that's been missing the last year since Shortcuts for Mac launched — we'll cover how to take advantage of those in a future story.

The Open View action in Safari packs a lot of functionality into a single action, providing access to every screen you can find in the Safari app.

We've built shortcuts for each option, letting you speak the names to Siri and immediately access the specific portion of the app when needed. Plus, this set works great as a Shortcuts widget to quickly pick between every option and get to the right spot.

Three screenshots of the Open Safari Bookmarks, Open Safari History, and Open Reading List shortcuts open on iPhones.

- Open Safari Bookmarks: Opens the Bookmarks tab of the Safari app to your bookmarked websites.

- Open Safari History: Opens the Safari app and shows the History tab of previously-visited sites. Use this shortcut to find a website that you visited earlier in the day/week/month and access it again — it works well if you remember looking something up recently but don't want to search the web for the same information again, like recipes for example.

- Open Reading List: Opens the Safari app to the Reading List window so you can find pages you've saved for later. Use this shortcut to actually get to your read-later list in Safari.

Screenshot of the Open Shared With You shortcut side-by-side with Safari open to the same view.

- Open Shared With You: Opens Safari to the Shared With You tab where links shared in Messages are surfaced for quick access. Use this shortcut to quickly open all the links that have been, well, shared with you in apps like Messages – this works great if you regularly share links, articles, and websites with things like recipes with friends and family from your favorite iPad .

Screenshot of the Open Safari Start Page shortcut side-by-side with Safari open to the same view.

- Open Safari start page: Shows the Start Page section of Safari with Favorites, iCloud Tabs, and other custom sections. Use this shortcut to access your iCloud Tabs from another device or jump into one of your Favorite bookmarks.

Screenshot of the Open Safari sidebar shortcut side-by-side with Safari open to the sidebar as well.

- Open Safari sidebar: Activates the Sidebar area of Safari, showing the extra features and moving the main window to a 2/3 view. Use this shortcut alongside other Safari functions to set the app up exactly how you want it — it works well for a web browsing experience where you may be switching between tab groups, for example.

Screenshot of the Open Tab Overview shortcut side-by-side with Safari open to the same view.

- Open Tab Overview: Shows all the current tabs in your tab group in a bird's eye view. Use this shortcut to quickly see the contents of all your active tabs and pick between them — it works well for searching for a specific tab, looking at the site previews, and closing tabs you're not using.

To work with tabs and tab groups, Safari has options to create new tabs, plus create a new tab group and reopen it as needed. We've included the Open View actions for Open Default Tab View and Open Private Tab View here as well since they align well with the New Tab and New Private Tab actions.

Screenshot of the Open New Tab, Open Private Tab, Open Default Tabs, and Open Private Tabs shortcuts open on iPhone.

- Open new tab : Creates a new blank tab in the Safari app. Use this shortcut to open an empty tab and leave it waiting in Safari — it works well in the Shortcuts widget, or as a prompt to begin a web browsing session. Oddly, this doesn't let you specify a Tab Group to create it in (yet?).

- Open new private tab: Creates a new tab in the Private tab group of Safari.

- Open Default tabs: Opens Safari to the main tab section outside of Tab Groups. Use this shortcut to switch out of "Tab Group mode" and back to your normal set of tabs. Works well when you don't care about saving tabs for later and want to end a specific browsing session.

- Open Private tabs: Switches to the Private tab group where browse data isn't tracked. Use this shortcut to switch from public to private tabs and see the set you have available behind your default set. I use this to see the non-logged-in version of my website when testing the public vs. members-only experience.

Screenshot of the Create Tab Group shortcut open with the Ask Each Time prompt showing to visualize the interactivity.

- Create Tab Group: Generates a new tab group in Safari, prompting for a new name. Use this shortcut when you want to set up a new Tab Group and keep track of specific tabs synced across devices over time.

Screenshot of the Open Safari Tab Group shortcut open with the Ask Each Time prompt showing to visualize the interactivity.

- Open Safari Tab Group: Prompts you to choose which of your Tab Groups to open. Use this shortcut to pick from your full list of tab groups and open the corresponding option — this works well as a Shortcuts widget to jump into the various groups you have without tapping around the Safari app multiple times.

Try duplicating this shortcut and create new shortcuts for each of your tab groups so you can access each of them with Siri too.

Finally, Safari is one of the apps that Apple added Focus Filters actions for (so far?) — this feature lets you automatically switch to a specific tab group when you activate a Focus mode, and this action lets you control that functionality entirely from within Shortcuts.

Screenshot of the Set Safari Focus Filter shortcut.

- Set Safari Focus Filter: Activate/deactivate the Focus Filter features for Safari tab groups by asking for a Focus, then which Tab Group to set. Use this shortcut to automate whether or not the feature activates alongside Focus modes — works well as an override for the Focus options defined in Settings.

These handy new Shortcuts make Safari a breeze

With that set of shortcuts, you now have a complete basis for interacting with Safari in iOS 16 — you can access everything, work with tabs, and get even deeper with Tab Groups and Focus Filters.

Currently, these actions do not work in the macOS Ventura betas — while I assume this is only temporary in the earlier betas, it's possible these may not come to the Mac. This story will be updated in future betas if more information is discovered.

This overall release is also missing a set of actions for "getting" the current tabs from Safari and your various tab groups. On the Mac, there is an action called Get Current Tab from Safari that has existed since last year that was brought over from Automator.

However, that action hasn't been brought to iOS, updated for Tab Groups, and doesn't let you get anything except the front-most tab. I hope Apple fixes this in the next few betas, as I'd like to see a Get Tabs From Safari action added in this iOS 16 release so Shortcuts users can truly take advantage of all their tabs and Tab Group setups to the fullest.

We'll be covering how to use the Safari Reader actions on the Mac in the future, plus sharing more advanced use cases for these actions near to the iOS 16 launch — until then, enjoy playing with these shortcuts on the betas.

Matthew Cassinelli is a writer, podcaster, video producer, and Shortcuts creator. After working on the Workflow app before it was acquired by Apple and turned into Shortcuts, Matthew now shares about how to use Shortcuts and how to get things done with Apple technology.

On his personal website MatthewCassinelli.com, Matthew has shared hundreds & hundreds of shortcuts that anyone can download, plus runs a membership program for more advanced Shortcuts users. He also publishes a weekly newsletter called “What’s New in Shortcuts.”

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Open the selected folder

Close the selected folder

Change the name or address of a bookmark

Cancel editing a bookmark name in the sidebar

Finish editing a bookmark name

Create a folder containing the selected bookmarks

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Zoom around the web with these keyboard shortcuts

Browsing more efficiently means I can spend more time on fun stuff like playing with Abby and answering Qs from all of you!

I rounded up eight browser keyboard shortcuts so you can spend less time clicking around for the right button. These genuine timesavers work in most popular browsers, including Chrome, Edge, Firefox and Safari.

3 tricks for tabs

Closing time: Hit Ctrl + W (Windows) or Cmd + W (macOS) to shut down the browser tab you’re currently looking at. If you close a tab by accident, use Ctrl + Shift + T (Windows) or Cmd + Shift + T (macOS) to bring it back.
Tab cycling: On Windows and macOS, you can use Ctrl + Tab to scroll through open tabs (yeah, all 200 of them). Hold down Shift as well to go in the opposite direction.
Turn over a new tab: Hit Ctrl + T (Windows) or Cmd + T (macOS) on your keyboard to open a new tab and jump straight to it. If you want a brand new window, you need Ctrl + N (Windows) or Cmd + N (macOS).

2 ways to stay in the flow

Keep scrolling, scrolling, scrolling: Engrossed in something online? Tap the Spacebar to scroll down the page and keep reading without looking away. Shift + Spacebar takes you back in the other direction.
Eyes on the prize: Follow an interesting link without losing focus while reading. Hold down Ctrl (Windows) or Cmd (macOS) when you click on a web link to open it in a new tab while you stay on your current tab. Add the Shift key to open a link in a new tab and jump straight to it.

2 ways to re-trace your steps

Follow the breadcrumbs: You know those â€œbackâ€ and â€œforwardâ€ buttons in your browser? You can do the same with your keyboard, no clicking required â€” hold down Alt (Windows) or Cmd (macOS), then tap the left or right arrow button to explore your browsing history in the current tab.
Save your page: Press Ctrl + D (Windows) or Cmd + D (macOS) to bookmark the current webpage so you can get back to it later. Your browser will throw up a dialog box you can use to sort the bookmark into a folder.

1 way to go undercover

Keep it hush-hush: If you need a new incognito or private window, press Ctrl + Shift + N (Windows) or Cmd + Shift + N (macOS). Firefox does this differently, for some reason: Use P instead of N .

By the way: Google finally caved and deleted billions of Incognito browsing records. It also agreed to block third-party cookies by default when youâ€™re browsing Incognito â€” so you can rest a little easier.

Your carpal tunnel says, â€œThank you.â€ Share this with your tab-happy friends! Along with this: I heard astronauts use their computer keyboards to stay refreshed in orbit â€¦ They have a spacebar.

This article originally appeared on Komando.com .

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