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How to Manage the Top Sites Feature in Safari

Add, delete, and organize your top sites in Safari

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What to Know

• Select Bookmarks > Show Top Sites .
• Add page: Drag webpage URL to the Top Sites screen, or the Top Sites icon.
• Delete page: Hover cursor over website thumbnail, then select X in the menu that appears.

This article explains how to use the Top Sites feature in Safari 7 through Safari 14—except where noted. So rather than typing a URL or selecting a bookmark from the Bookmarks menu or Bookmarks bar, you can navigate via thumbnail.

Access and Edit Top Sites

The Top Sites feature automatically keeps track of how often you visit websites and displays the ones you visit most. Still, you're not stuck with the results. It's easy to add, delete, and manage your Top Sites.

To access Top Sites, select Bookmarks > Show Top Sites from the menu bar. (In Safari 7 through Safari 12, select the grid icon at the left side of the Bookmarks bar.)

If you don't see Show Top Sites , select Safari > Preferences > General . Next to New windows open with , select Top Sites .

To edit your Top Sites, hover the cursor over the Top Sites thumbnails to reveal icons that let you delete a page or pin it to its current location, which prevents the thumbnail from moving around on the page.

Rearrange thumbnails by clicking and dragging a thumbnail to a new location on the Top Sites page. Select the X icon to delete the page from the Top Sites.

Change the Thumbnail Size

There are three options for the size of the thumbnails in Top Sites and two ways to make the changes. Beginning with Safari 7, Apple moved the thumbnail size and number of sites per page to the Safari preferences.

Select Preferences from the Safari menu.

Choose the General tab.

Select the Top Sites shows drop-down menu and select 6 , 12 , or 24 sites.

Add a Page to Top Sites

To add a page to Top Sites, open the web page and either drag its URL to the open Top Sites screen or to the Top Sites icon at the upper-left corner of the current screen.

You can also add a page to Top Sites by dragging a link from a web page, an email message, or another document to the Top Sites icon.

Delete a Page From Top Sites

To permanently delete a page from Top Sites, hover the cursor over the page you want to delete and select the X that appears in the upper-left corner of the page's thumbnail.

Pin a Page in Top Sites

To pin a page in Top Sites so that another page cannot replace it, hover over the thumbnail image and click the pushpin icon that appears in the upper-left corner. The icon changes color from black-and-white to blue-and-white to indicate it is pinned. To unpin a page, select the pushpin again. The icon changes from blue-and-white to black-and-white when it is unpinned.

Reload Your Top Sites

Losing your internet connection even briefly can cause a minor glitch in the Top Sites feature. However, it's easy to fix by reloading the Top Sites page. Open the Top Sites page in Safari and use the keyboard shortcut Command + R to reload the page.

Other Top Sites Options

You can also set it so that new tabs open your Top Sites page. If you want to open all new Safari windows in Top Sites, follow these steps:

Select the Safari menu, then select Preferences .

In the Safari Preferences window, select the General tab.

From the New windows open with drop-down menu, select Top Sites .

If you want new tabs to open in Top Sites, select the New tabs open with drop-down menu, then choose Top Sites .

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How to manage Safari’s Top Sites

One of Safari 5’s more useful features is Top Sites, which displays snapshots of the sites you visit most often on a showy, pseudo-three-dimensional wall worthy of The Architect .

But what if you want to prevent some sites from appearing in Top Sites, add sites that you rarely visit but still enjoy, or place some sites in specific slots so they’re easy to find? Fortunately, we have answers, and we won’t even make you decide between helping a loved one or saving humanity to learn them.

To make sure we’re all on the same page, Top Sites appears by default every time you start Safari. You can also open it manually from the small, tic-tac-toe-like icon in the left of Safari’s bookmarks bar.

Step 1: Add a site to Top Sites

The main way to add a site to Safari’s Top Sites is from the Bookmarks -> Add Bookmark menu. In the sheet that appears, click the drop-down bookmarks menu, scroll to the top to pick Top Sites as your link’s destination, and click OK. Your new link will take its place in the top-left slot of your Top Sites grid.

Of course, the other way to add links to Top Sites is to just use Safari. Apple designed Top Sites to keep track of the sites you browse and continually update with the ones you visit most.

Step 2: Manage your Top Sites

If you decide you want to keep a site handy in Top Sites regardless of how often you visit it, or you just want some sites to stay in specific slots in Top Sites, you can hit the Edit button in the lower left. Some new controls will appear over each Website snapshot in Top Sites: a close button and a push pin.

If you want a site to always remain available in Top Sites, click its corresponding push pin or click and drag its snapshot to a preferred slot. The pushpin will glow blue, signifying that the site will forever occupy that place until you decide otherwise, regardless of whether your browsing habits change down the road.

While in this editing mode, you may also want to give the Small, Medium, and Large buttons a try on the lower right side. By default, Top Sites uses a four-by-three grid (the Medium option), giving you 12 total slots for keeping your favorite and frequently-visited sites just a click away. If that view is too intimidating, or you simply don’t visit that many sites in Safari, the Large view slims down to six slots but maximizes the space, giving you a much larger snapshot of each site. The Small view (my personal favorite) gives you a six-by-four grid; a 24-slot dashboard of your personal slice of the Web.

Step 3: Delete a Top Site

For sites that you prefer to not see in Top Sites, click the close button to vote it off the proverbial island. The snapshot will disappear and Safari will make room to add your next most-visited site.

Be careful, though. If you banish a site this way from Top Sites, it will not return unless you say otherwise by deliberately visiting it and adding it to Top Sites with the manual bookmark process described above.

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Safari, Apple’s go-to browser for its macOS and iOS devices, comes with a handy feature called the Top Sites. The Top Sites feature displays a list of your most visited websites on Safari’s homepage. It’s not only an aesthetically pleasing feature, but it also allows for quick access to your favorite sites.

Here’s how you can manage the Top Sites feature in Safari.

1. Show or Hide Top Sites If you want to show Top Sites, make sure that the setting is enabled in Safari preferences. Open Safari, go to Safari > Preferences, and click on the General tab. Under “New windows open with,” select “Top Sites.” If you don’t want to use Top Sites, you can switch back to showing a traditional homepage instead by selecting “Homepage” under “New windows open with.”

2. Edit and Rearrange Top Sites To rearrange Top Sites, hover your cursor over a site’s thumbnail, click and hold, and then drag it to a new location. If you want to delete a site from Top Sites, hover over the site’s thumbnail and click the “x” that appears in the top-left corner. If you want to add a website to Top Sites, visit the site, click the plus sign (+) icon in the top-right corner of the Safari window, and then select “Add to Top Sites.”

3. Pinning and Unpinning Top Sites You can also pin Top Sites to keep them at the top of your list. Hover over a site’s thumbnail and click the “Pin” icon that appears in the top-left corner to pin it. To unpin a site, hover over its thumbnail and click the “Pin” icon again.

4. Adjust the Number of Sites Shown By default, Safari shows 12 Top Sites on its homepage. However, you can increase or decrease the number of sites shown. Go to Safari > Preferences > General and adjust the “Top Sites shows” setting to your preference.

5. Clear Top Sites If you want to clear your Top Sites history to start fresh, go to Safari > Clear History and select “Top Sites” from the dropdown list of options.

In conclusion, Safari’s Top Sites feature is a time-saver for frequent web surfers. You can edit, rearrange, pin/unpin, adjust the number of sites, and clear Top Sites as per your convenience. Knowing how to manage the Top Sites feature can make your browsing experience more streamlined and efficient.

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Sep 26, 2020 7:45 AM in response to SW-22

nothing is wrong with me. i like the new page with it's functionality. the earlier suggestion was just an early attempt to help people that don't like it. i have since tried this:

as far as top sites being gone, maybe give apple some suggestions on how to incorporate top sites back to the start page.

Feedback - Safari - Apple

Sep 17, 2020 6:04 AM in response to RobertJr

As of the new update (9/17/2020) Safari v 14.0. top sites have disappeared.

The link https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/see-your-top-sites-ibrw53c401e7/mac referenced by jasonflying no longer works.

How can we get the Top Sites back?

Aug 18, 2020 10:43 PM in response to RobertJr

I sincerely hope the article below assists you:

https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/see-your-top-sites-ibrw53c401e7/mac

Sep 17, 2020 1:42 PM in response to RobertJr

you can add the sites that you used to have set as Top Sites to favorites:

they will then show up on your Start Page:

then you open the start page by clicking the old top sites button:

not really much of a difference.

Aug 19, 2020 3:33 PM in response to jasonflying

My biggest problem from the start is that there is nothing to tell me what the “Smart Search field is. If it is the search bar on top of the Safari page, dragging the pointer over this field does nothing and doesn’t display a plus sign to click. I’ll admit that I am getting too old to understand computer dialog. Sorry

Sep 17, 2020 9:36 AM in response to Morris Diamant

Where is Top Sites in Safari v 14.0????? Why would it be removed and replaced with favorites? Another "improvement" made at the expense of simple, helpful features. Add all the new 'bells and whistles' you want, please don't remove the old ones.

Sep 17, 2020 1:47 PM in response to jeffreythefrog

The problem I have is that I had about 20 Top Sites, some I only used once every few months. They are buried deeply in the companies' websites and are hard to find. I cannot recall 7-10 of these websites, and don't wish to waste time looking for them now. It would be nice to identify them in one of my Safari subfolders.

Anybody know where they were located?

Sep 20, 2020 1:24 PM in response to RobertJr

Where did the TOP SITES go!?!?

Some people may appreciate the new start page - good for them.

My entire extended family ALL use TOP SITES as their main start page in Safari. Shrinking all the tiles into little icons that take up 1/10th of the page where you can't ID the web sites any more is terrible UI.

Sep 23, 2020 12:39 AM in response to SW-22

I totally agree... I don't even have the Favourites Bar showing! I would like my large in-your-face page images returned as Top Sites or whatever... but they're not favourites! Some of us actually use our MacBooks, etc, for work.

Sep 26, 2020 6:56 AM in response to 8508500

You can sort of reproduce the “Top Sites” functionality in Safari 14.0.

Go to the Start Page, and click on the Settings icon in the lower right corner. Select only “Favorites”. Then open the Sidebar and select Bookmarks. Create a new Bookmarks folder. Name the folder “Start Page”. Load the folder up with the sites you want on your Start Page. Then go to the "Safari" menu, select "Preferences" and click on "General." Select the “Start Page” Bookmarks folder from the “Favorites Shows” dropdown. Quit and restart Safari.

It isn't quite the same as the old "Top Sites" with the larger tiles and the previews, but it is OK. Making the change to "Favorites Shows" does not seem to affect the Favorites shown on the Favorites Bar.

Sep 29, 2020 8:01 AM in response to RobertJr

The answer from Jasonflying does not help. I want the top sites I choose. That is what I use for my home page. Why in the world do I need Favorites when they are already at the top of the page, I don't give a darn what Siri suggests, and the reading list is already readily available. Why this useless repetition while denying us any access to top sites? PLEASE return top sites. People who don't want to use don't have to. At least make it an option on this ridiculous and useless start page that you have foisted on to us. I've never used anything but Macs both at home and at work, but I'm just about fed up.

Oct 1, 2020 2:06 PM in response to jasonflying

Thanks, but the "Customize your Start Page" section assists only to the extent that it makes it obvious that Apple made this lousy and unannounced move on purpose. In no way does these customizations work as a functional replacement for the Top Sites page. I would like to know why the "Frequently Visited" section contains only two sites - which aren't that important.

Maybe Apple thought "we should put the new (and valuable) Privacy Report someplace where people will be sure to see it", but then in the process thought - "well we might as well change everything else about that page while we're at it!"

This is a major bungle. Apple has done stupid things before; maybe they just wanted to remind us they're not perfect?

Oct 9, 2020 3:11 PM in response to jeffreythefrog

There is a huge difference when you had all your sites saved there and then they're EFFFING GONE when you update. If I could cuss out apple on here I WOULD. SO FU******KING AGGRAVATING!!

Sites that I had bookmarked that I had to write surveys for the answer the content. A**HOLES.

And totally erroneous that there is still a top sites option, and yet, there's no top sites.

F*Ck you apple.

Sep 17, 2020 9:36 AM in response to RobertJr

I have this question also..

Sep 17, 2020 1:38 PM in response to RobertJr

hi. I have a problem with my MacBook Air laptop. (Safari) i can't find. show top sites. I click bookmarks the add. where is top sites I want this but disappear. can u help me. to find. and fix

How To Manage The Top Sites Feature In Safari

Published: August 25, 2023

What is the Top Sites feature in Safari?

The Top Sites feature in Safari is a convenient way to access your frequently visited websites. It is a customizable grid that displays thumbnails of your most visited sites, allowing you to quickly navigate to them with just a click. This feature is especially useful for users who have a handful of favorite websites that they visit regularly. With Top Sites, you can easily keep track of your go-to sites and stay updated on the latest content without having to search for them every time.

When you open a new tab or launch Safari, the Top Sites page is displayed by default. It provides a visual overview of your favorite websites, showcasing their logos and recent snapshots. The thumbnails are arranged in a grid format that is intuitive and easy to navigate. The Top Sites page is dynamic, meaning that it updates automatically based on your browsing history. As you visit different websites, the Top Sites page will reflect your most frequently visited sites, ensuring that the content is always up to date.

In addition to displaying thumbnails of your favorite sites, the Top Sites feature also allows you to preview each site by hovering over its thumbnail. This feature provides a glimpse of the site’s content without having to open it in a new tab, saving you time and effort. You can quickly assess if there are any new articles, updates, or notifications that you may want to explore further.

With the Top Sites feature, Safari provides an efficient and visually appealing way to manage your favorite websites. Whether you use Safari for work, leisure, or both, the Top Sites feature allows you to stay organized and easily access the sites that matter most to you. By customizing your Top Sites page, you can optimize your browsing experience and streamline your web navigation.

How to enable and disable the Top Sites feature in Safari

Enabling and disabling the Top Sites feature in Safari is a straightforward process that can be done with just a few clicks. Whether you want to start using the feature or temporarily hide it, Safari offers you the flexibility to customize your browsing experience according to your preferences.

To enable the Top Sites feature in Safari, follow these simple steps:

• Launch Safari on your Mac or iOS device.
• Click on the “Safari” menu in the top menu bar or the “Settings” icon in the bottom toolbar for iOS devices.
• Choose “Preferences” if you’re on a Mac or “Settings” if you’re on an iOS device.
• Go to the “General” tab.
• Check the box next to “Show Top Sites” to enable the feature.

Once you’ve enabled the Top Sites feature, you will see the grid of thumbnail previews when you open a new tab or launch Safari.

If you want to disable the Top Sites feature and hide the grid, you can do so by following these steps:

• Open Safari on your Mac or iOS device.
• Select “Preferences” if you’re on a Mac or “Settings” if you’re on an iOS device.
• Navigate to the “General” tab.
• Uncheck the box next to “Show Top Sites” to disable the feature.

Once disabled, the Top Sites grid will no longer be displayed when you open new tabs or launch Safari.

Whether you want to enhance your browsing experience or temporarily hide the feature, enabling and disabling the Top Sites in Safari is a quick and easy process. By customizing Safari’s options to suit your needs, you can create a personalized browsing environment that aligns with your preferences.

How to add a website to the Top Sites in Safari

Adding a website to the Top Sites in Safari allows you to have quick access to your favorite sites directly from the Top Sites page. Whether it’s a news website, a blog you frequently visit, or an online store you love to shop from, adding a website to the Top Sites grid is a simple process. Follow these steps to add a website to your Top Sites in Safari:

• If the Top Sites grid is not displayed, open a new tab to access it.
• Navigate to the website that you want to add to your Top Sites.
• Once you’re on the desired website, click on the address bar or omnibox to highlight the URL.
• Drag and drop the URL onto an empty space in the Top Sites grid.
• The website will now be added as a new thumbnail in the Top Sites grid.

After following these steps, the website will appear as a thumbnail in the Top Sites grid, making it easy for you to access it with just a click. Safari will update the grid automatically based on your browsing history, so your most visited websites will always be prominently featured in the Top Sites page.

Keep in mind that there is a limit to the number of websites that can be displayed in the Top Sites grid at any given time. If the grid is already full, you may need to remove a website or rearrange the existing thumbnails to make space for the new addition.

By adding your favorite websites to the Top Sites in Safari, you can streamline your browsing experience and save time searching for sites that you frequently visit. It’s a convenient way to organize and access your go-to websites, ensuring that your most frequented content is just a click away.

How to remove a website from the Top Sites in Safari

Removing a website from the Top Sites in Safari is a simple process that allows you to declutter and manage your Top Sites grid. Whether you no longer visit a particular website or want to make space for new additions, removing a website from the Top Sites grid is quick and easy. Here’s how you can do it:

• If the Top Sites page is not displayed, open a new tab to access it.
• Locate the thumbnail of the website you want to remove.
• Hover your cursor over the thumbnail of the website you want to remove.
• A small “x” icon should appear on the top-left corner of the thumbnail.
• Click on the “x” icon to remove the website from the Top Sites.

Once you click on the “x” icon, the selected website will be removed from the Top Sites grid. The remaining thumbnails will automatically adjust to fill the vacant space.

Keep in mind that removing a website from the Top Sites grid does not delete it from your browsing history or bookmarks. It simply removes it from the visually organized grid of frequently visited sites. If you decide to re-add the website in the future, you can always follow the steps outlined in the previous section.

By regularly managing your Top Sites in Safari and removing websites that are no longer relevant or frequently visited, you can keep your browsing experience streamlined and personalized. It’s a great way to stay organized and ensure that the Top Sites grid reflects your current browsing habits and preferences.

How to rearrange the order of websites in the Top Sites in Safari

Customizing the order of websites in the Top Sites grid allows you to prioritize and organize your most frequently visited sites according to your preferences. Safari provides a simple method to rearrange the thumbnails in the Top Sites grid, giving you control over how your favorite websites are displayed. Follow these steps to rearrange the order of websites in the Top Sites in Safari:

• Hover your cursor over the thumbnail of the website you want to move.
• Click and hold on the website’s thumbnail.
• Drag the thumbnail to your desired position within the grid.
• Release the mouse or lift your finger to drop the thumbnail in its new position.

As you drag and drop the thumbnail, you will notice that the other thumbnails in the grid shift to accommodate the change. This flexibility allows you to easily customize and reorder the websites in the Top Sites grid to suit your browsing habits.

It’s important to note that the rearrangement of websites in the Top Sites grid is specific to each device. If you use Safari on multiple devices, such as a Mac and an iPhone, the order of websites will not be synchronized. You will need to manually rearrange the websites on each device to reflect your preferred order.

Rearranging the order of websites in the Top Sites grid is a helpful way to organize your browsing experience and have quick access to the sites that are most important to you. By customizing the order, you can prioritize your favorite websites and ensure that they are easily accessible whenever you open a new tab or launch Safari.

How to customize the number of websites displayed in the Top Sites in Safari

The number of websites displayed in the Top Sites grid in Safari can be customized to fit your preferences and browsing habits. Whether you want to see a few large thumbnails or a larger number of smaller thumbnails, Safari offers flexibility in adjusting the grid size. Follow these steps to customize the number of websites displayed in the Top Sites in Safari:

• Move your cursor to the bottom-right corner of the Top Sites grid.
• Click on the “Show More” button to increase the number of websites displayed.
• Click on the “Show Less” button to decrease the number of websites displayed.

As you click on the “Show More” button, the grid will expand to accommodate more thumbnails, allowing you to see a greater number of websites at a glance. Conversely, clicking on the “Show Less” button will reduce the grid size, displaying fewer websites on the Top Sites page.

It’s important to note that the number of websites that can be displayed in the Top Sites grid is limited. There is a maximum number of thumbnails that can be shown, depending on the size and resolution of your screen. If there are too many websites to fit within the grid size, Safari will adjust the thumbnails accordingly or provide a scrollbar for you to navigate through them.

Customizing the number of websites displayed in the Top Sites in Safari allows you to find the right balance between accessibility and visual organization. Whether you prefer a compact grid or a more extensive selection, Safari’s flexibility in adjusting the grid size ensures that you can tailor your browsing experience to your liking.

How to refresh the Top Sites in Safari

Refreshing the Top Sites in Safari is a useful way to ensure that the thumbnails and website previews in the grid are up to date. It allows you to stay in sync with the latest content from your favorite websites. Safari offers a simple method to refresh the Top Sites grid, ensuring that you have the most recent snapshots and information at your fingertips. Here’s how you can refresh the Top Sites in Safari:

• Click on the refresh button located in the address bar or omnibox.
• Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut: Command + R (Mac) or Control + R (Windows).

By clicking the refresh button or using the keyboard shortcut, Safari will update the thumbnails and website previews in the Top Sites grid, ensuring that you have the most recent representations of your favorite websites.

It’s important to note that refreshing the Top Sites grid does not clear or affect your browsing history. It simply updates the visuals within the grid and retrieves the latest snapshots from the websites you visit most frequently. If any of the thumbnails in the Top Sites grid appear outdated or don’t accurately represent the website’s current content, refreshing the Top Sites can help bring them up to date.

By regularly refreshing the Top Sites in Safari, you can ensure that the websites you frequently visit are represented accurately in the grid. It’s a quick and easy way to stay connected to the latest content and updates from your favorite websites, providing you with a seamless browsing experience.

How to clear the Top Sites history in Safari

Clearing the Top Sites history in Safari allows you to remove any traces of the websites you have visited from the Top Sites grid. This can be useful if you want to start fresh or maintain privacy by deleting your browsing history. Safari provides a straightforward method to clear the Top Sites history, ensuring that your browsing habits remain confidential. Here’s how you can clear the Top Sites history in Safari:

• Click on the “History” tab in the top menu bar or the “Bookmarks” icon in the bottom toolbar for iOS devices.
• From the drop-down menu, select “Clear History” or “Clear History and Website Data”.
• In the pop-up window that appears, confirm your action by clicking “Clear” or “Clear History and Data”.

By following these steps, Safari will remove the history associated with the Top Sites grid. The thumbnails and snapshots of the websites you have visited will no longer be displayed within the Top Sites page.

It’s important to note that clearing the Top Sites history will not delete the browsing history or bookmarks stored in Safari. It only removes the history specifically related to the Top Sites grid. If you want to clear your entire browsing history or manage other aspects of your browsing data, you can explore the options available in Safari’s settings.

Clearing the Top Sites history in Safari can help keep your browsing habits private and ensure a clean and fresh start. It’s a simple and effective way to maintain control over your online privacy and remove any traces of your browsing activity from the Top Sites page.

Tips and tricks for managing the Top Sites feature in Safari

Managing the Top Sites feature in Safari efficiently can enhance your browsing experience and optimize your workflow. Here are some tips and tricks to help you make the most out of the Top Sites feature:

• Customize the grid: Rearrange the order of websites in the Top Sites grid to match your preferences. Place your most frequently visited sites at the top for quicker access.
• Add and remove websites: Take advantage of the ability to add or remove websites from the Top Sites grid. Add your favorite sites for easy access, and remove websites that are no longer relevant or frequently visited.
• Refresh the grid: Regularly refresh the Top Sites grid to ensure that the thumbnails and website previews are up to date. This allows you to get the latest snapshots and information from your favorite websites.
• Customize the number of websites displayed: Adjust the grid size to accommodate your preferences. Show more websites if you want a comprehensive overview, or show fewer websites for a more concise display.
• Utilize the preview feature: Hover your cursor over a website thumbnail in the Top Sites grid to preview its content. This allows you to quickly assess if there are any new updates or articles of interest.
• Keep the grid organized: Regularly manage and organize the Top Sites grid to ensure it reflects your current browsing habits and preferences. Remove websites that are no longer relevant, and add new ones that you frequently visit.
• Stay private: Clear the Top Sites history to maintain your privacy. This removes any traces of the websites you have visited from the Top Sites grid, ensuring confidentiality.
• Sync across devices: Keep in mind that the order and content of the Top Sites grid may not be synchronized across different devices. If you use Safari on multiple devices, you may need to customize the grid individually on each device.

By implementing these tips and tricks, you can take full advantage of the Top Sites feature in Safari and create a personalized and efficient browsing experience. Tailor the Top Sites grid to your preferences, keep it organized and up to date, and manage your privacy effectively.

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Falls unter den Top Sites von Safari Ihre Lieblingsseiten angezeigt werden sollen, dann können Sie auch selbst Hand anlegen: Öffnen Sie dazu die Top-Sites-Ansicht und klicken Sie unten links auf den Schalter Bearbeiten. Nun geben Sie oben ins Adressfeld von Safari die Internetadresse ein, aber bestätigen die Eingabe nicht – wie sonst üblich – mit der Eingabetaste. Stattdessen bewegen Sie den Mauszeiger auf den kleinen Globus vor der Internetadresse und ziehen diese mit der Maus ins Hauptfenster.

Anschließend wird sie unter den übrigen Top Sites angezeigt.

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Safari, Apple’s go-to browser for its macOS and iOS devices, comes with a handy feature called the Top Sites. The Top Sites feature displays a list of your most visited websites on Safari’s homepage. It’s not only an aesthetically pleasing feature, but it also allows for quick access to your favorite sites.

Here’s how you can manage the Top Sites feature in Safari.

1. Show or Hide Top Sites If you want to show Top Sites, make sure that the setting is enabled in Safari preferences. Open Safari, go to Safari > Preferences, and click on the General tab. Under “New windows open with,” select “Top Sites.” If you don’t want to use Top Sites, you can switch back to showing a traditional homepage instead by selecting “Homepage” under “New windows open with.”

2. Edit and Rearrange Top Sites To rearrange Top Sites, hover your cursor over a site’s thumbnail, click and hold, and then drag it to a new location. If you want to delete a site from Top Sites, hover over the site’s thumbnail and click the “x” that appears in the top-left corner. If you want to add a website to Top Sites, visit the site, click the plus sign (+) icon in the top-right corner of the Safari window, and then select “Add to Top Sites.”

3. Pinning and Unpinning Top Sites You can also pin Top Sites to keep them at the top of your list. Hover over a site’s thumbnail and click the “Pin” icon that appears in the top-left corner to pin it. To unpin a site, hover over its thumbnail and click the “Pin” icon again.

4. Adjust the Number of Sites Shown By default, Safari shows 12 Top Sites on its homepage. However, you can increase or decrease the number of sites shown. Go to Safari > Preferences > General and adjust the “Top Sites shows” setting to your preference.

5. Clear Top Sites If you want to clear your Top Sites history to start fresh, go to Safari > Clear History and select “Top Sites” from the dropdown list of options.

In conclusion, Safari’s Top Sites feature is a time-saver for frequent web surfers. You can edit, rearrange, pin/unpin, adjust the number of sites, and clear Top Sites as per your convenience. Knowing how to manage the Top Sites feature can make your browsing experience more streamlined and efficient.

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We'll have to agree to disagree whether the new start page is an improvement over Top Sites. I am already displaying Favorites above the tab bar, so sticking that on a start page is pretty redundant. I loved the way I could add, rearrange and pin up to 24 sites on the old Top Sites screen. The Frequently Visited "feature" has NONE of that functionality. I have submitted feedback to Apple, but I'm not holding my breath for a change of heart.

I could not agree more with Chris S. How does one leave feedback with Apple?

Mac: https://www.apple.com/feedback/

The text size on my new Safari 14 is tiny. It looks as if I can't go bigger than 14 but I can't even get that. Please help.

Bob: The size of text would depend on the website and their styles. You an always use Reader View if a site's text is too small for you to read.

Gary Is there a way to clear the Privacy Report on Safari 14.0? If so please le me know.

lali: No. Curious -- why would you need to do that?

Gary, the "Show iCloud Tabs" is not showing up as an option in the Start Page. I'm using Safari 14.0 in Catalina.

nick: You need to be using iCloud on multiple machines, have Safari enabled in iCloud (it is by default) and also have some web page currently open on another machine to have anything there.

You can sort of reproduce the "Top Sites" functionality in Safari 14.0. Go to the Start Page, and click on the Settings icon in the lower right corner. Select only "Favorites". Then open the Sidebar and select Bookmarks. Create a new Favorites folder. Name the folder "Start Page". Load the folder up with the sites you want on your Start Page. Then go to General Preferences and select that "Start Page" folder from the "Favorites Shows" dropdown. Quit and restart Safari.

mark: I pretty much say that in this video. But I suggest using both Favorites and Frequently Visited, since Top Sites was essentially that. So, why is it important to have it named Top Sites instead of Favorites? It is just a name.

how do you both add to and delete websites from frequently visited; before it was so easy with top sites

Arthur: You can't "add" them as it is a list off Frequently Visited sites. A site will appear there if you frequently visit it. If you want to add a site to the Start Page, use Favorites. You can remove a site from Frequently Visited, however, by Control+clicking on it.

Since the only way to really get back the features from Safari 13 seems to be downgrading, I think I'll try that route. You guys know if restoring a Time Machine backup from before Safari 14 should work?

John: That's not a valid option. You'll then be stuck with Catalina and Safari 13 for the rest of your life (until you get a new Mac) without new features or security updates. Eventually it will stop syncing properly with iCloud and website won't work as new HTML features won't be supported. What is so bad about Safari 14?

Gary Rosenzweig: I don't plan to stick with Safari 13 forever, this is meant to be more of a temporary solution while I wait and see if Apple will respond user feedback and bring back those features. The ones that I'm missing the most are the Top Sites start page, which was central to how i used Safari, and the old Tab System (being able to see both favicon and tab title, and also to close a tab while displaying another tab without having to right-click on it first).

John: Try using the Start Page with Favorites being the sites you had "pinned" previously, and Frequently Visited being the rest of "Top Sites." You can see favicons and titles just like before, and you can close tabs without having to switch -- just click on the X in the tab.

Gary Rosenzweig: It's not possible to edit the "Frequently Visited" section though, only to remove sites that are already there. And the Favourites icons are too small, not having enough space even for the site's title. Moreover, you can't have both favicon and tab title in the new Tab System, only one of the two, and when favicon are enabled you lose the ability to show the "X" on the tabs while hovering over them.

John: Right, so if you want a site to always appear, add it to your Favorites. You can definitely have the favicon and title. I'm looking at it right now. Maybe you have a ton of tabs open so there is no room? I see the Xs there too, if I move my cursor over them.

I just tested now with a new window: yes you can have favicons+tab title, though the title disappears at the 15th tab... so pretty useless for me (and i guess the majority of people) since i have more than 15 open at all times

John: 15 tabs? I don't know if that's a majority of people. How would you even have room for the favicon and title with lots of tabs? I rarely have more than 3. Anyway, I doubt Apple is going to ever go back to Top Sites.

Well, before the tabs closer to the currently displayed one had full titles and favicon, the others to the left we visible only by sliding horizontally on the tabs bar. Worked like a charm. And yeah, Top Sites is probably gone for good, and that's the real dealbreaker for me, it was so central to using Safari...

I don't remember which websites I had in my top sites (some, not all). Does Apple have a way for us to retrieve this info? My laptop auto updated and I opened it up to this new mess about Start pages.

AJ: No, there's no way to retrieve that. But you should still have your History and of course your Bookmarks.

Mark, that worked! At first I could not figure out how to create a favorites folder so I looked that up. It was just a regular bookmarks folder that I dragged up to the Favorites section. Thanks!

Really missing Top Sites! I was using it mostly for my leisure daily boomarks. It was so good to have this additional customisable Top Sites section as alternative to more complex Favorites section. ( I'm using my Favorites a lot for my pro research work in very complex way adding subfolders etc. )

A good example of Apples decline

Anyone missing top sites use Mark’s suggestion. It worked! Thanks so much Mark.

I'd already done Mark's suggestion, but it's a poor substitute for Top Sites, which were easy to see. I agree it's the only option, though. I wish Favorites could at least display in the same way as Frequently Visited; that would help. Frequently Visited often drops sites, even though I visit them daily! It's not keeping track of what I do; today, there's only one site! Why can't it at least keep what's recent? I can find no setting to manage this. I miss the functional simplicity of Top Sites.

I too am missing the actual displayed images and easy functionality of Top Sites. The favicons that now appear in the Favorites listing are not the same as the actual favicons of many of my preferred websites. So it takes extra unnecessary time to identify them since there is no image displayed of the website. This feels like another Apple change that serves their technology without taking into consideration their customers. I'll try the alternative mentioned for recreating faux Top Sites.

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Webseiten zu den Top Sites in Safari auf dem Mac hinzufügen

Über die URL-Zeile fügen Sie eine Seite am schnellsten zu den Top Sites hinzu. Allerdings ist diese Funktion etwas versteckt:

• Öffnen Sie die gewünschte Seite in Safari.
• Fahren Sie mit der Maus über die URL-Zeile. Es erscheint links das kleine Symbol "+".
• Klicken Sie darauf und halten Sie das Trackpad gedrückt. Es öffnet sich ein kleines Fenster.
• Hier wählen Sie die Option "Top Sites". Die Website erscheint daraufhin in der Übersicht Ihrer Top Sites.

Alternativ: Webseiten manuell zu den Safari-Top-Sites hinzufügen

• Öffnen Sie die Seite, die Sie zu den Top Sites hinzufügen möchten.
• Klicken Sie rechts oben auf das Symbol "Teilen" (ein Quadrat mit einem nach oben zeigenden Pfeil).
• Es öffnet sich ein kleines Fenster. Wählen Sie hier "Lesezeichen hinzufügen".
• Es öffnet sich wiederum ein kleines Fenster. Unter "Diese Seite hinzufügen zu:" öffnen Sie das Drop-Down-Menü und klicken auf "Top Sites".
• Geben Sie abschließend noch eine Bezeichnung für die Website ein oder belassen Sie den vorgeschlagenen Namen und klicken Sie auf "Hinzufügen".

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Customize a start page in Safari on Mac

You can put everything from the web that’s most important to you in one convenient place, the start page.

Open Safari for me

Select options for your start page.

Use Start Page on All Devices: Select this to use the same start page settings on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. You must be signed in to your other devices with the same Apple ID as on your Mac and have Safari turned on in iCloud preferences .

Tab Group Favorites: Show websites you’ve added as favorites to the selected Tab Group.

Recently Closed Tabs: Show websites from tabs you’ve recently closed in the selected Tab Group.

Favorites: Show websites from the bookmarks folder you’ve chosen in General settings. See Change General settings .

Frequently Visited: Show websites you’ve visited often or recently.

Siri Suggestions: Show suggested websites found in Messages, Mail, and other apps. If Siri Suggestions isn’t listed, you can turn it on. See “Customize Siri suggestions” in Ways to use Siri .

Reading List: Show webpages you’ve selected to read later.

Privacy Report: Show a privacy summary, which you can click for details about who was prevented from tracking you.

iCloud Tabs: Show webpages open on your other devices.

You must be signed in to your other devices with the same Apple ID as on your Mac and have Safari turned on in iCloud preferences .

You can also drag a photo onto the start page.

Drag start page options into the order you want them to appear.

Click in the Safari window.

You can have the start page appear whenever you open a new window or tab. See Change General preferences . You can also see the start page by clicking in the Smart Search field . See View your Favorites .

How To Add Trusted Sites In Safari

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Safari, Apple's widely used web browser, offers a seamless and secure browsing experience for its users. However, there are times when you may want to designate certain websites as trusted sites, ensuring that they are always accessible and secure. Whether it's for online banking, e-commerce, or accessing important work-related portals, adding trusted sites in Safari can streamline your browsing activities and provide peace of mind.

By adding a website to the trusted sites list, you can bypass certain security measures that may otherwise block access to the site. This can be particularly useful for websites that you visit frequently and trust implicitly. Moreover, designating a site as trusted can enhance your browsing convenience by eliminating the need to repeatedly confirm your intent to visit the site.

In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the process of adding and managing trusted sites in Safari. By following these steps, you can customize your browsing experience to suit your specific needs, all while ensuring the security of your online activities. Let's explore how you can seamlessly integrate trusted sites into your Safari browsing experience, empowering you to navigate the web with confidence and ease.

Accessing Safari Preferences

Accessing Safari Preferences is the first step towards customizing your browsing experience and managing trusted sites. To access the preferences, open Safari and click on the "Safari" menu located in the top-left corner of the screen. A drop-down menu will appear, and you should select "Preferences" from the options listed. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut "Command + ," to directly access the Preferences window.

Upon selecting "Preferences," a new window will open, presenting a range of customization options for Safari. This window is divided into several tabs, each offering specific settings and features that you can modify to tailor your browsing experience. To proceed with adding and managing trusted sites, navigate to the "Security" tab within the Preferences window.

Once you have accessed the "Security" tab, you will be presented with a variety of security-related settings and options. This is where you can manage website settings, including designating trusted sites and adjusting other security preferences. The "Security" tab provides a centralized location for configuring how Safari interacts with websites, ensuring a secure and personalized browsing experience.

In addition to managing trusted sites, the "Security" tab allows you to control other aspects of website behavior, such as enabling or disabling plug-ins, managing website data, and configuring fraudulent website warnings. By accessing Safari Preferences and navigating to the "Security" tab, you gain the ability to fine-tune your browsing environment to align with your preferences and security requirements.

Accessing Safari Preferences is the gateway to a host of customization options, empowering you to tailor your browsing experience to your specific needs. By familiarizing yourself with the Preferences window and the "Security" tab in particular, you can confidently proceed to add and manage trusted sites, enhancing both the security and convenience of your online activities.

Adding a Website to Trusted Sites

Adding a website to the trusted sites list in Safari is a straightforward process that empowers you to streamline your browsing experience and ensure seamless access to your preferred online destinations. By designating a website as trusted, you can bypass certain security measures and enjoy a more convenient browsing experience. Here's how you can add a website to the trusted sites list in Safari:

Accessing the Security Tab : As mentioned earlier, navigate to the Safari menu and select "Preferences." Once the Preferences window opens, click on the "Security" tab. This is where you can manage website settings, including adding trusted sites.

Clicking on "Manage Website Settings" : Within the "Security" tab, locate the "Website Settings" button and click on it. This will open a new window where you can customize various website-related preferences.

Selecting "Trusted" from the Sidebar : In the "Website Settings" window, you will find a sidebar with different categories. Select "Trusted" from the sidebar to access the list of trusted sites.

Adding a Website : To add a website to the trusted sites list, click on the "+" button located at the bottom of the window. This will prompt you to enter the URL of the website you wish to designate as trusted.

Customizing Website Permissions : After adding the website, you can customize its permissions by selecting options such as allowing the website to access your location, microphone, camera, and more. These settings provide granular control over how Safari interacts with the trusted site.

Saving the Changes : Once you have added the website and customized its permissions, click "Done" to save the changes and exit the "Website Settings" window.

By following these steps, you can seamlessly add a website to the trusted sites list in Safari, enhancing your browsing convenience and ensuring that your preferred websites are readily accessible. Whether it's for online banking , shopping, or accessing work-related portals, designating trusted sites in Safari empowers you to navigate the web with confidence and efficiency.

Adding trusted sites in Safari is a valuable customization feature that aligns with your browsing preferences and security requirements. By leveraging this functionality, you can optimize your online activities and enjoy a personalized browsing experience tailored to your specific needs.

Managing Trusted Sites

Once you have added trusted sites in Safari, it's essential to understand how to manage and maintain this list to ensure a seamless and secure browsing experience. Managing trusted sites allows you to review, modify, or remove websites from the trusted list, providing you with the flexibility to adapt to changing browsing habits and security considerations.

To manage trusted sites in Safari, follow these steps:

Accessing the Security Tab : Begin by accessing the Safari menu and selecting "Preferences." Once the Preferences window opens, navigate to the "Security" tab. This is where you can manage website settings, including the trusted sites list.

Navigating to Trusted Sites : Within the "Security" tab, locate the "Website Settings" button and click on it. In the "Website Settings" window, select "Trusted" from the sidebar. This will display the list of websites that you have designated as trusted.

Reviewing Trusted Sites : Take the time to review the list of trusted sites. This allows you to ensure that all the websites listed are still relevant and trustworthy. It's important to periodically review and update the trusted sites list to align with your current browsing habits and security considerations.

Modifying Trusted Sites : If you need to modify the permissions or details of a trusted site, select the website from the list and make the necessary changes. Safari provides the flexibility to customize permissions for each trusted site, allowing you to fine-tune the browsing experience based on individual website requirements.

Removing Trusted Sites : Should the need arise to remove a website from the trusted sites list, simply select the website from the list and click the "-" button. This action removes the website from the trusted list, ensuring that Safari reverts to its default security settings for that particular site.

Saving Changes : After reviewing, modifying, or removing trusted sites, click "Done" to save the changes and exit the "Website Settings" window. Your updated trusted sites list will now reflect the changes you have made.

By actively managing your trusted sites in Safari, you can maintain a tailored and secure browsing environment that aligns with your preferences and security considerations. This proactive approach ensures that your trusted sites list remains current and reflective of your browsing habits, ultimately contributing to a seamless and secure online experience.

Managing trusted sites in Safari empowers you to exercise control over your browsing environment, allowing you to adapt to evolving security needs and browsing preferences. By following these steps, you can confidently manage your trusted sites list, optimizing your browsing experience while upholding security standards.

In conclusion, the ability to add and manage trusted sites in Safari is a valuable feature that empowers users to customize their browsing experience while maintaining a high level of security. By designating specific websites as trusted, users can streamline their online activities, bypass certain security measures, and enjoy a more convenient browsing experience.

The process of adding trusted sites in Safari involves accessing the Safari Preferences window, navigating to the Security tab, and utilizing the Website Settings feature to designate websites as trusted. This straightforward process allows users to tailor their browsing environment to align with their preferences and security requirements, ultimately enhancing their online experience.

Furthermore, actively managing the trusted sites list is crucial for ensuring that it remains reflective of users' current browsing habits and security considerations. By periodically reviewing, modifying, or removing trusted sites, users can adapt to evolving security needs and maintain a secure browsing environment tailored to their specific requirements.

The seamless integration of trusted sites into Safari's browsing experience not only enhances convenience but also instills confidence in users as they navigate the web. Whether it's for accessing sensitive financial information, conducting online transactions, or interacting with work-related platforms, the ability to designate trusted sites in Safari provides users with a sense of control and security.

In essence, the process of adding and managing trusted sites in Safari is a testament to Apple's commitment to providing users with a secure and personalized browsing experience. By leveraging these features, users can navigate the web with confidence, knowing that their trusted sites are readily accessible and protected within Safari's robust security framework.

As technology continues to evolve, the ability to customize and secure one's online activities becomes increasingly important. Safari's provision for adding and managing trusted sites exemplifies the browser's dedication to empowering users with the tools they need to navigate the web securely and efficiently.

In conclusion, the incorporation of trusted sites in Safari serves as a testament to the browser's commitment to user-centric security and customization, ultimately enhancing the overall browsing experience for its users.

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