Are you an iPhone 13 user who often finds themselves overwhelmed with numerous open tabs on your device? If so, fret not! In this article, we will guide you on how to effortlessly locate and manage your open tabs on the iPhone 13. Whether you’re a multitasking enthusiast or simply need a quick way to organize your browsing sessions, we’ve got you covered. Stay tuned for a step-by-step tutorial that will help you navigate through your open tabs with ease.
Using Safari to View Open Tabs
Open Safari on your iPhone 13
To view your open tabs in Safari on your iPhone 13, start by opening the Safari app. Look for the Safari icon on your home screen, which resembles a compass. Tap on it to launch the browser.
Tap the tab icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen
Once you have opened Safari, take a look at the bottom-right corner of the screen. You will find a tab icon, which looks like a square with a number inside it. Tap on this icon to access your open tabs.
Scroll through the open tabs
After tapping on the tab icon, Safari will display all your open tabs in a stacked view. You can now scroll through the tabs by swiping up or down on the screen. This allows you to see the different websites or webpages you have open.
Tap on a tab to switch to it
When you find the tab you want to view, simply tap on it to switch to that particular webpage. This allows you to easily navigate between your open tabs and continue browsing where you left off.
Close a tab by swiping it to the left or tapping the ‘X’ button
To close a tab in Safari on your iPhone 13, you have two options. The first option is to swipe the tab to the left. Simply swipe your finger to the left on the tab you want to close, and it will disappear from the screen. Alternatively, you can tap on the ‘X’ button located on the top-left corner of each tab to close it.
Using Safari’s Tab View
Open Safari on your iPhone 13
To access Safari’s tab view on your iPhone 13, start by opening the Safari app. Locate the Safari icon on your home screen and tap on it to launch the browser.
Tap and hold the tab icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen
Once Safari is open, direct your attention to the bottom-right corner of the screen. You will see the tab icon, which looks like a square with a number inside it. Tap and hold this icon for a moment to trigger the tab view.
A new view will appear showing all your open tabs
By tapping and holding the tab icon, Safari will present you with a new view that shows all your open tabs. This view will overlay the current webpage and display the stacked tabs on your screen.
Swipe left or right to scroll through the tabs
In the tab view, you can now swipe left or right to scroll through your open tabs. This way, you can easily see the different websites or webpages you have loaded.
Tap on a tab to switch to it
When you find the tab you want to switch to, simply tap on it within the tab view. Safari will then load that webpage and bring it to the forefront, allowing you to continue browsing.
Close a tab by swiping it up or tapping the ‘X’ button
To close a tab in Safari’s tab view, there are two methods available. The first method is to swipe the tab upwards. Place your finger on the tab you want to close, and swipe it upwards. The tab will disappear from the screen, indicating that it has been closed. Alternatively, you can tap on the ‘X’ button located on the top-left corner of each tab to close it.
Using the App Switcher
Double-press the home button or swipe up from the bottom of your iPhone 13 to open the app switcher
Another way to view your open tabs in Safari on your iPhone 13 is by using the app switcher. To access the app switcher, you can either double-press the home button (for iPhones with Touch ID) or swipe up from the bottom of the screen (for iPhones with Face ID).
Swipe left or right to find the Safari app
Once you are in the app switcher, you will see a series of app cards representing your recently used apps. Swipe left or right to find the Safari app card. This may require multiple swipes if you have many apps open.
Swipe up on the Safari app to view all open tabs in Safari
Once you have located the Safari app card in the app switcher, swipe upwards on the card to open Safari and view all your open tabs. The app switcher provides a quick and convenient way to access your tabs without having to navigate within the Safari app itself.
Tap on a tab to switch to it
When Safari opens with your open tabs displayed, simply tap on the tab you want to switch to. The chosen tab will then load, allowing you to continue browsing that particular webpage.
Using 3D Touch or Haptic Touch
Press firmly on the Safari app icon on your home screen with 3D Touch (for iPhone models that support it) or press and hold the Safari app icon with Haptic Touch (for iPhone models without 3D Touch)
If your iPhone supports 3D Touch, you can use this feature to quickly view your open tabs in Safari. Press firmly on the Safari app icon on your home screen to activate 3D Touch. If your iPhone does not support 3D Touch, you can achieve the same result by pressing and holding the Safari app icon with Haptic Touch.
A menu will appear
Upon activating 3D Touch or Haptic Touch on the Safari app icon, a menu will appear on your screen. This menu provides quick shortcuts to various Safari functionalities.
Tap on ‘Show All Tabs’ or ‘Open New Tab’ to view all open tabs or open a new one directly
In the menu that appears, you will find options related to Safari’s tab management. Tap on ‘Show All Tabs’ to view all your open tabs in Safari. This will take you directly to the tab view within the Safari app, where you can see and switch between your tabs. Alternatively, you can tap on ‘Open New Tab’ to quickly open a new tab without first accessing the tab view.
Using Control Center
Swipe down from the top-right corner of your iPhone 13 to open Control Center (on devices with Face ID) or swipe up from the bottom of the screen (on devices with Touch ID)
To view your open tabs in Safari using Control Center, start by accessing Control Center on your iPhone 13. On devices with Face ID, swipe down from the top-right corner of the screen to open Control Center. On devices with Touch ID, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to access Control Center.
Long-press the network settings card
Once you have opened Control Center, look for the network settings card. This card typically displays information about your Wi-Fi or cellular network. Long-press the network settings card to reveal additional options.
Tap on the Safari icon that appears to open Safari with all your open tabs
Upon long-pressing the network settings card, an icon representing Safari will appear. Tap on this Safari icon to open the Safari app and view all your open tabs. Control Center provides a convenient way to access your tabs with just a few taps, without needing to navigate within the Safari app itself.
Using the Search Bar in Safari
Open Safari on your iPhone 13
To utilize the search bar within Safari to view your open tabs, begin by opening the Safari app on your iPhone 13. Locate the Safari icon on your home screen and tap on it to launch the browser.
Tap the search bar at the top of the screen
After Safari is open, focus your attention on the top of the screen. You will see a search bar where you can enter website addresses or search queries. Tap on this search bar to activate it and reveal additional options.
Scroll down past your favorites and frequently visited sites
When you tap on the search bar, Safari will display your favorites and frequently visited sites. Scroll past this section to uncover more options related to your browsing experience.
Under the ‘One, Two, Three’ section, you will see all your open tabs
As you scroll down past your favorites and frequently visited sites, you will come across a section titled ‘One, Two, Three.’ Under this section, you will find all your open tabs listed. Each tab will be displayed with a preview of the webpage’s content.
Tap on a tab to switch to it
To switch to a specific open tab, simply tap on it within the ‘One, Two, Three’ section. Safari will then load the chosen webpage, allowing you to continue browsing where you left off. This method offers a convenient way to access your tabs directly from the search bar interface.
Close a tab by swiping it to the left or tapping the ‘X’ button
If you wish to close a tab from the search bar interface, you have two options. The first option is to swipe the tab to the left. Place your finger on the tab you want to close and swipe it to the left. The tab will disappear from the list, indicating that it has been closed. Alternatively, you can tap on the ‘X’ button located on the top-right corner of each tab to close it.
Using the iCloud Tabs feature
Make sure you are signed in to the same iCloud account on all your devices
To utilize the iCloud Tabs feature in Safari on your iPhone 13, ensure that you are signed in to the same iCloud account on all your devices. This feature allows you to sync your open tabs across multiple devices, providing seamless browsing continuity.
Open Safari on your iPhone 13
Once you have confirmed that you are signed in to the same iCloud account, open Safari on your iPhone 13. Locate the Safari icon on your home screen and tap on it to launch the browser.
Tap the tab icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen
After launching Safari, look for the tab icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen. It should resemble a square with a number inside it. Tap on this tab icon to proceed.
Scroll to the bottom of the tab view
Once you have tapped on the tab icon, Safari will display all your open tabs in a stacked view. Scroll downwards within this tab view to access additional options.
Tap on ‘iCloud Tabs’
At the bottom of the tab view, you will find an option labeled ‘iCloud Tabs.’ Tap on this option to view all the open tabs from your other devices that are signed in with the same iCloud account. This allows you to access your tabs from different devices without the need for manual syncing.
Using the Recently Closed Tabs section
Open Safari on your iPhone 13
To access the Recently Closed Tabs section in Safari on your iPhone 13, start by opening the Safari app. Locate the Safari icon on your home screen and tap on it to launch the browser.
Tap and hold the tab icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen
Once Safari is open, direct your attention to the bottom-right corner of the screen. You will see the tab icon, which looks like a square with a number inside it. Tap and hold this icon for a moment to trigger a new view.
In the new view that appears, scroll to the bottom
By tapping and holding the tab icon, Safari will present you with a new view that displays additional options related to your tab management. Scroll downwards within this view to access the Recently Closed Tabs section.
You will see a ‘Recently Closed’ section
At the bottom of the new view, you will come across a section titled ‘Recently Closed.’ This section lists the tabs that you have recently closed in Safari.
Tap on a tab in this section to reopen it
To reopen a recently closed tab, simply tap on it within the ‘Recently Closed’ section. Safari will then reload the webpage and bring it back to the forefront, allowing you to continue browsing where you left off. This feature is especially useful when you accidentally close a tab and need to retrieve it quickly.
Using the Reading List
Open Safari on your iPhone 13
To utilize Safari’s Reading List to view your open tabs, start by opening the Safari app on your iPhone 13. Locate the Safari icon on your home screen and tap on it to launch the browser.
Tap the book icon at the bottom of the screen to access the Reading List
Once Safari is open, direct your attention to the bottom of the screen. You will see a book icon, which represents the Reading List feature. Tap on this book icon to access your reading list and view your open tabs.
Scroll through your saved articles
After accessing the Reading List, you will see a collection of articles or webpages that you have saved for later reading. These articles may include your open tabs as well as those you have bookmarked or added manually to your Reading List. Scroll through the list to browse your saved content.
If there are any open tabs, they will also be listed here
As you navigate through your Reading List, you may come across open tabs that are saved for later reading. These tabs will be displayed alongside the other articles in your Reading List.
Tap on a tab or article to open it
To open a specific tab or article in your Reading List, simply tap on it. Safari will then load the chosen webpage or article, allowing you to continue reading or browsing. The Reading List feature provides a convenient way to access your open tabs within a dedicated interface.
Using the Safari History
Open Safari on your iPhone 13
To view your open tabs through the Safari History, begin by opening the Safari app on your iPhone 13. Locate the Safari icon on your home screen and tap on it to launch the browser.
Tap the book icon at the bottom of the screen to access the Safari History
Once Safari is open, direct your attention to the bottom of the screen. You will see a book icon, which represents the Safari History. Tap on this book icon to access your browsing history and view your open tabs.
Scroll through your browsing history
After accessing the Safari History, you will see a chronological list of the websites you have visited in the past. This list represents your browsing history and may include your open tabs as well. Scroll through the history to navigate to specific websites.
Any open tabs will also be listed here
As you explore your browsing history, you may encounter open tabs that are listed along with the websites you have visited. These tabs will provide a convenient way to access your open tabs directly from the Safari History interface.
Tap on a tab or website history to open it
To open a specific tab or website from your Safari History, simply tap on it. Safari will then load the chosen webpage or website, allowing you to resume browsing or revisit past webpages. The Safari History feature offers a comprehensive overview of your browsing activity, including your open tabs.
