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Accidentally closed all open tabs on iPad safari

I have not been able to find the answer to this question: if you accidentally close the tabs on the iPad in Safari, how do you reopen the recently closed tabs?

Posted on May 13, 2023 11:13 AM

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Posted on Oct 14, 2023 12:14 PM

If you closed a Safari Window - and all associated tabs - you can reopen a Recently Closed Window for a limited period of time…

Starting from a Home Screen, assuming that Safari is visible in the Dock, touch-and-hold (i.e., long touch) the Safari icon; an Action Menu will appear. 

From the menu, select Show All Windows ; you will now see a screen that closely resembles the Task Switcher - but you will only see preview windows for your open Safari Windows. At top-right (iPadOS15) or top-left (iPadOS16/17) you will see the Reopen Closed Window(s) button.

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You should note that the Reopen Closed Window(s) button allows you to reopen a window for a limited period of time. If left too long, you may have lost the opportunity to recover the closed window - and with it the tabs and related tab history.

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Oct 14, 2023 12:14 PM in response to fernan99

Oct 14, 2023 12:05 PM in response to LotusPilot

I can’t find the reopen closed windows button? I’m doing it on an iPad Pro and can’t find it. Can you upload sever photos where you get there or a video ?

macellie

Dec 29, 2023 2:33 PM in response to vlfraser7

This solution does not work. When I did that, it only showed the one window that was open the other window with multiple tabs that somehow got closed was not visible and none of the other items described in. Those pictures were visible on my iPad mini.

This is another very annoying feature that Apple needs to fix. The fact that you can somehow close multiple tabs if you have two windows open and have no way of regaining them. This has happened to me numerous times. And I never did anything like closing any of the windows for it to happen.

pgravel

Jan 9, 2024 10:13 PM in response to fernan99

In your Safari window, you need to touch-and-hold the “+” (the one you use to open a new tab); it will offer your list of recently closed tabs.

Yespat

Nov 12, 2023 2:19 PM in response to LotusPilot

From prior question regarding restoring lost tabs on my iPad, the answer give was to go “menu”. There is no “menu” in an iPad. How can I restore my tabs to where they used to be please?

Nov 10, 2023 8:10 AM in response to vlfraser7

This is the ONLY thing that actually worked for me. The easiest and quickest way to restore closed tabs on a Mac for any browser is reopen the browser and hold the "shift+command+T" keys. Remember, you need to repeat hitting these keys to restore each tab. So, if you had 50 tabs that you want to restore, you will need to do this 50 times. Hope this helps ☺️

arcadelt

Dec 30, 2023 7:21 PM in response to Loikg

I turned on Stage Manager, and the "Reopen closed window" option never appears. This really is a poor implementation of a feature. I have now inadvertently closed multiple tabs many times, leaving just the one tab I didn’t intend to close. Most annoying Apple.

May 13, 2023 12:50 PM in response to vlfraser7

Are you certain that you closed all your tabs - and have not, perhaps, opened a new Safari Window? Each Safari Window has its own self-contained set of open tabs.

When you open Safari, you may see the Shelf at the bottom of the screen - within which you will see each of your open Safari Windows; simply tap the thumbnail corresponding with the Safari Window (with associated tabs) that you wish to view.

If you closed a Safari Window - and all associated tabs - you can reopen a Recently Closed Window…

From the menu, select Show All Windows ; you will now see a screen that closely resembles the Task Switcher - but you will only see preview windows for your open Safari Windows. At top-right (or top-left for iPadOS16) you will see the Reopen Closed Window(s) button.

If you have accidentally closed all you your open tabs associated with a Safari Window, this User Tip may be helpful in recovering your tabs. While I have not [yet] updated the document to reflect changes in iPadOS15/16 (having been written for an earlier version of iPadOS), much of it is still relevant - as are the outlined strategies:

iPadOS - Safari - Lost Windows, Lost Tabs… - Apple Community

Dec 20, 2023 4:52 AM in response to vlfraser7

For anyone using iPadOS 17 you need to turn on stage manager to see the "reopen closed window" button.

nicolebackk

Jan 15, 2024 4:07 PM in response to pgravel

This worked for me, thank you!

Jan 17, 2024 4:47 PM in response to LotusPilot

This worked for me, thank you so much! 🙏 I was able to recover my accidentally closed window with my *very* important 1,647 tabs 😝

Jan 29, 2024 3:06 PM in response to macellie

This has happened several times before and I was working on something that disappeared without me closing or touching anything. I left it open, returned and poof, gone! History only shows another random page. None of the advice works. I am using an iPad mini without an external keyboard. This NEVER happens on my Windows based devices or Edge, Chrome, or Firefox browsers as my entire history is saved and easily restored.

Jan 16, 2024 1:11 PM in response to pgravel

Thank you very much!!

sizijay

Feb 1, 2024 3:22 AM in response to vlfraser7

For MacOS just try with CMD+SHIFT+T.

For iOS and iPadOS try the same by connecting a bluetooth keyboard. Make sure you keep safari opened. Tried and worked on iPadOS 17.3. :)

Feb 1, 2024 9:47 AM in response to LotusPilot

That may work, but this is specifically for an iPad there is reopen

How-To Geek

How to reopen closed tabs on an iphone or ipad.

Modern mobile browsers allow you to reopen tabs you've recently closed, just like desktop browsers do.

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Safari on iphone, safari on ipad, google chrome on iphone or ipad, if your recently closed tabs don't appear in the list.

Modern mobile browsers allow you to reopen tabs you've recently closed, just like desktop browsers do . In Apple's Safari browser for iPhone and iPad, the feature is a bit hidden---but it's there. You can also reopen closed tabs in Google Chrome and other third-party browsers on an iPhone or iPad.

Related: How to Restore Recently Closed Tabs in Chrome, Firefox, Opera, Internet Explorer, and Microsoft Edge

To reopen a closed tab in Safari on an iPhone, first tap the "Tab View" button at the bottom right corner of the Safari app to view your open tabs. Next, tap and hold "New Tab" button (the plus sign).

After a second or two, the "Recently Closed Tabs" screen should appear. Tap any recently closed tab to reopen it.

Note that this feature won't work in Private Browsing Mode. Tabs you close in Private Browsing Mode are wiped away and can't be recovered for privacy reasons. That's the point!

Opening closed tabs is even easier on an iPad, as the "New Tab" button is always present on the toolbar. Just tap and hold the "New Tab" button on Safari's toolbar until the "Recently Closed Tabs" popup appears.

Tap the recently closed tab you want to restore, and Safari will reopen that web page.

In Google Chrome on an iPhone or iPad, tap the menu button, and then tap the "Recent Tabs" option. You'll see a list of tabs you recently closed under the "Recently Closed" section. Tap a tab to reopen it.

Note that you won't see Incognito tabs appear in the "Recent Tabs" list, as Chrome forgets about them right after you close them. That's the point!

If it's been a while since you closed the tab and it no longer appears in the list, you can try finding it in your browser history.

To open your Safari browsing history, tap the book-shaped icon on the toolbar, tap the book-shaped icon in the pane that appears, and then tap "History." Scroll through your browsing history or use the search box and you should be able to find the web address of the tab you had open.

To open your Chrome browsing history, you can tap Menu > History or tap "Show Full History" on the "Recently Closed" page. Dig through your history and you should be able to find the web address of the tab you had open.

It's a simple feature, but it can be really convenient for those times when you accidentally close a tab or just can't quite remember what that cool page was you were looking at recently.

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Disappearing Safari Tabs on iPhone or iPad? How to Find Them

Every so often, a seemingly small bug in Apple's operating systems survives the company's annual OS launches and continues to cause users huge frustration from one software update to the next.

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While there isn't an accepted solution to the problem of disappearing tabs, there are cases where it might seem that your tabs are gone, when in fact they are just hidden from view. Here are some ways that you may be able to get them back or stop them from disappearing in the first place.

Reveal Hidden Tabs

On iPadOS, for example, if you press and hold the Show Tab Overview button (four squares in a quadrant) in the top-right corner of the Safari window, this will reveal a dropdown menu that includes an option to Merge All Windows .

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Reveal the Shelf

Another action worth trying on iPadOS is pressing and holding the Safari icon in the Dock or on the Home Screen and selecting Show All Windows from the popup menu that appears.

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Recently Closed Tabs

If you have an inkling that some of the tabs you're missing have been inadvertently closed, you can always use the Recently Closed Tabs option to re-open them. All you have to do is open up the tab view in Safari and long press on the "+" icon to get a look at all of the tabs that you've recently closed.

Turn Off Auto-Close Tabs

If you still haven't been able to find some of your tabs, make sure that Safari isn't closing them after a certain duration on your behalf: Open Settings , tap through to Safari -> Close Tabs and ensure that Manually is selected.

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Bookmark All Open Tabs

If the above suggestions haven't worked for you, there is a workaround: Consider bookmarking your open tabs after each browsing session. This might sound like more hassle than it's worth, but since iOS 13 Apple has included a one-tap option to just that.

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A popup menu will appear at the on the screen from which you can select Add Bookmarks for X Tabs , the X being the number of tabs open.

Once you've tapped this option, you'll be asked to save the tabs in a new bookmarks folder (remember to give it a recognizable name). Alternately, you can choose a location from the existing folder list in which to save the tabs.

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To access your bookmarks in Safari at any time, simply tap the Bookmarks icon in the main browsing interface or the sidebar to reveal all of your saved favorites and folders. Press and hold on the folder of bookmarks and select Open in New Tabs , or alternatively, Open in Tab Group if you want them grouped.

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What to Know

  • Undo a closed tab: Go to Edit > Undo Close Tab , press Command + Z , or click and hold the plus sign to the right of the Tabs bar.
  • Or, select History > Reopen Last Closed Tab , go to History and mouse over Recently Closed , or press Shift + Command + T .
  • Restore a closed window: Go to History > Reopen Last Closed Window . Or, History > Reopen All Windows From Last Session .

This article explains how to reopen tabs or windows you may have closed by accident in the Safari web browser. You can also use the History list to reopen sites.

How to Undo a Closed Tab in Safari

You can open your lost tab using four methods. The first is to either select Undo Close Tab from the Edit menu, or press Command + Z on your keyboard.

You can restore multiple tabs you've closed by using the command repeatedly.

Another way to reopen a page you've closed is to click and hold the plus sign at the far right of the Tabs bar. Usually, you click this once to open a new tab, but holding opens a menu with a list of ones you've recently closed. Select the one you want to reopen.

The third way is to select Reopen Last Closed Tab under the History menu or press Shift + Command + T on your keyboard.

Finally, you can find a list of tabs you've recently closed under the History menu. Mouse over Recently Closed to see a list of pages you can reopen, and then click the one you want to restore.

Restoring Closed Windows

If you close a Safari window , you can reopen it just as you can reopen a closed tab, but the command is under a different menu. Select Reopen Last Closed Window under the History menu, or press Shift + Command + T on your keyboard.

The Reopen Last Closed Window and Reopen Last Closed Tab commands share the same spot in the History menu and keyboard shortcut. Which you see depends on which you closed most recently.

Reopen Safari Windows From Last Session

Besides being able to reopen closed Safari windows and tabs, you can also open all Safari windows that were open the last time you quit Safari.

Safari, like all the Apple apps, can make use of OS X’s Resume feature , which was introduced with OS X Lion. Resume saves the state of all the open windows of an app, in this case, any Safari window you have open. The idea is that the next time you launch Safari, you can resume right where you left off.

From the History menu, select Reopen All Windows From Last Session .

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How to Restore Safari Tabs on iPhone, iPad, & Mac

How to Restore Safari Tabs on iPhone, iPad, & Mac

Hey there! So, you’re scratching your head about how to restore Safari tabs on iPhone, iPad, or even your Mac? Look, we’ve all been there. Apple throws out these significant, shiny updates every year, but sometimes, a teeny-tiny but ultra-annoying bug slips through. Have you ever had your Safari tabs just vanish into thin air? It’s a thing, and it’s been messing with us since the iOS 13 updates.

But chill, your tabs are probably just playing a game of hide and seek. There are some easy steps to pull them back or make sure they stick around in the first place.

How to restore Safari tabs on iPhone and iPad

How to restore Safari tabs on iPhone and iPad.

Okay, listen up. If you’ve accidentally closed a Safari tab and you’re freaking out, relax. There are many super easy ways to get that back. Also, if the tabs get closed on their own because of a glitch, or you’ve purposely closed them but regret it later, you can still recover them.

In this section, I’ll share with you two ways to restore your closed Safari tabs on your iPhone or iPad.

Here’s how to restore closed Safari tabs on iPhone or iPad from recently closed tabs list:

  • The first step is to open the Safari browser . You got this!
  • Next, look at the bottom-right corner of your screen . You’ll see a little icon that looks like two squares on top of each other. That’s the “ Show All Tabs ” button. Please go on tap it.
  • Now, see the “+” icon down there. That’s usually the button you tap to start a new tab. But today, we’re mixing things up. Press and hold that “+” for a couple of seconds.
  • Then, A list will pop up, showing you all the tabs you’ve recently closed. Tap the one you want, and it’ll return to your active Safari tabs.

How to restore closed Safari tabs from search history

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If you’re having trouble getting your Safari tabs back, no worries! You can always dig through your browsing history and open it up again one by one. Remember, this won’t work if you use Private mode because Safari doesn’t save that history.

To find those lost tabs, check out your history list or use the search function to find the websites you were on. Then you can reopen them from there-

  • First off, open Safari and look for the Bookmark icon (it looks like an opened book). Tap on it.
  • Next, hit the Clock It is where your browsing history lives.
  • Now, you can search for that specific tab you closed or scroll through your history. It’s all listed in chronological order.
  • Found it? Great! Tap on it, and it’ll open up in a new tab.

How to restore Safari tabs on Mac

 How to restore Safari tabs on Mac

Hey, so you’re Team Safari? Me too! If you’re like me and sometimes get click-happy, closing all your Safari windows with just one click, don’t worry. There are some easy ways to get those tabs back, especially if you’re using a Mac. Let’s dive into how you can do that.

How to use the keyboard shortcuts or menu shortcuts to restore Safari tabs

Oops! Have you closed a tab by mistake? Don’t worry; it happens to the best of us. Luckily, some quick keyboard tricks and menu options in Safari can help you get that tab back quickly.

Try pressing the Command + Z keys on your keyboard after reopening Safari. It will bring back the last tab you closed. If you close multiple tabs simultaneously, keep pressing those keys until all your tabs are back.

Another way to reopen a closed tab is to right-click and choose the ‘Reopen Last Closed Tab’ option.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it-

  • Start by opening Safari on your Mac. You can use Spotlight Search shortcuts to do this quickly.
  • Next, go to the History menu in your Mac desktop’s top toolbar.
  • Click on ‘Reopen Last Closed Tab’ from the dropdown menu. Alternatively, press Shift + Command + T on your keyboard to achieve the same result.
  • All the tabs you closed will reappear automatically.
  • If you accidentally closed an entire window, don’t worry. You’ll see an option for ‘Reopen Last Closed Window’ in the same dropdown menu. Click on that, and you’ll restore the entire window with all its tabs.

How to utilize the Add icon on Safari to restore tabs on Mac

 How to utilize the Add icon on Safari to restore tabs on Mac

Did you know about this cool feature in Safari? There’s this new tab icon; if you left-click it, it will create a new tab for you. But if you right-click the same icon, it will restore your closed account and show you a list of all the tabs and windows you’ve closed. Here are the steps-

  • First off, go ahead and relaunch Safari on your device. Just close it and open it up again.
  • Next, look at the upper right corner of the main Safari screen. That’s where you’ll find what you need.
  • Then, spot the little “+” icon and give it a right-click. It’s usually near the other tabs you have open.
  • Lastly, a menu will pop up. Choose the tab you want to bring back and restore it!

How to check the Recently Closed option

How to check the Recently Closed option

Here’s how to recover a specific closed tab in Safari using the ‘ Recently Closed’ menu. It differs from restoring your last closed tab because it lets you pick which one you want back.

  • First things first, open up Safari on your Mac.
  • Next up, look for the ‘History’ tab. You’ll find it on the top menu bar, usually between ‘Bookmarks’ and ‘Window.’
  • Now, click ‘History’ and scroll down until you see ‘Recently Closed.’ Click on that.
  • Finally, you’ll see a list of websites you’ve visited recently. Just click on the one you want to bring back, and it’ll pop right up on your Safari main window.

Why did all my Safari tabs disappear on my iPhone or iPad, and how to fix it?

I get it; losing all those open Safari tabs can be frustrating! It’s one of those things that can occur for all sorts of reasons, like when an app suddenly crashes, or maybe you accidentally removed the app, or even after a software update. No need to stress! I’ve got your back. Check out these simple tricks to make sure you don’t run into this problem again:

Okay, let’s start with something useful. Do you know how Safari likes to close your open tabs automatically? The main reason for that could have been that you’ve set a time limit for Safari to automatically close tabs from your Safari settings.

Well, you can make it stop doing that.

Here’s how:

  • Open up your Settings . You know, that app with the gears on it.
  • Look for the Safari It’s got that compass icon like you’re setting off on a browsing adventure.
  • Tap on “ Close Tabs .” It’s like telling Safari how to handle your tabs.
  • You’ll see some choices, but go ahead and pick “ Manually .” It means Safari will only close your tabs if you say so.
  • Your tabs will stay open until you can give them the boot.

If you’re using an iPad and you want to make sure you can see all your tabs at once, here’s what you do:

  • Open Safari, you know, the internet app with the little compass.
  • Take a look at the top right corner. See those little square things? Tap on them.
  • Now, you’ve got two choices: ‘Show All Windows’ or ‘Merge All Windows.’ Don’t worry; they’re not as complicated as they sound.
  • Pick either one. ‘Show All Windows’ gives you a bird’s-eye view of all your tabs. ‘Merge All Windows’ puts them together so you can easily switch between them.
  • You will get all of those tabs you wanted to keep open.

No worries, I’ve got one more trick for you. If a sneaky tab disappears on you, here’s how to bring it back:

  • Jump into Safari again, the place where you do your web stuff.
  • Look for the little “Plus” button-down at the bottom. Give it a good press and hold, like you’re saying, “Hey, I need something back!”
  • Guess what? A list will pop up showing tabs you closed recently. They’re still alive!
  • Pick the tab you’re missing from that list, and like magic, it’ll pop right back up. See? No more panicking over a lost tab.

How to find recently closed tabs on iPhone Safari?

Alright, did you close a tab in Safari? Don’t worry, I got you. Safari’s a bit sneaky compared to Chrome or Edge; it doesn’t have a straightforward menu to find your recently closed tabs.

But here’s the hack: Open Safari and tap the little two-square icon at the bottom right. That’s your Tabs button. Now, press and hold the “+” sign that’s nearby. A list of your recently closed Safari tabs will show up, and you can tap the one you want to bring back to life in a new tab.

Here is another way: find the “+” sign and hold it down. Now, if you’re more into digging through your history, there’s another way. Open Safari, look for a book-like icon, tap it, and then go to the ‘History’ tab. From there, you can tap any link to reopen it in a new tab. So, there you go, two easy ways to get back to browsing what you were browsing.

Alright, let’s wrap this up! We’ve talked about how to restore Safari tabs on iPhone, figured out how to reopen closed tabs in Safari, and even delved into the mystery of why all my Safari tabs disappear.

So, whether you’ve accidentally closed all tabs on your iPhone or scratching your head because your Safari tabs disappeared on your iPad, know you’ve got a toolkit of solutions now. Next time you’re in a tab crisis, don’t look outside—this guide’s got your back. Happy browsing, everyone!

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How to view recently closed tabs in Safari on your iPhone or iPad

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Whether you accidentally closed a tab you were viewing or are trying to remember something from an article you just read, you should know that getting back to a closed tab in Safari is pretty simple. With just a couple of taps, you can jump right back to where you were instead of having to dig through your history.

Here's how!

How to view your recently closed tabs in Safari for iPhone

  • Launch Safari from your Home screen.
  • Tap the tab button (looks like two stacked squares).

Open Safari, tap tabs icon

  • Tap and hold on the new tab button (looks like a '+').
  • Tap on one of your recently closed tabs if you want to open it again.

Tap and hold new tabs, choose a recently closed tab

How to view your recently closed tabs in Safari for iPad

  • Open Safari on your Home screen.

Open Safari, tap and hold new tab icon

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Disappearing Safari tabs on iPhone and iPad? 10 Working fixes

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Here are some quick fixes:

  • You can disable auto-close Safari tabs on iPhone by going to Settings > Safari > Close tabs > Manually .
  • Ensure that all tabs are visible by using either  Show All Windows  or  Merge all Windows option in Safari on iPad.
  • To access the closed tabs, tap and hold the  Plus button  and select the tab you want to open.

I think we can all agree that the disappearing Safari tabs on iPhone and iPad are frustrating. Especially if you were doing something and paused it to resume later, only to discover Safari has automatically deleted all those tabs.

If you tend to keep multiple web pages open on your browser to access them later, losing them would be the last thing you want to happen. So why does Safari tabs keep disappearing on iPhone and iPad? There are multiple reasons for it, and I have gone through them to find the right fixes for you. Read along!

1. Disable auto-close Safari tabs

Auto-close is a feature in iOS and iPadOS, where you can make Safari close all the tabs after a particular period, such as a day, week, or month. If it’s turned on, the time to worry thinking why your safari tabs keep disappearing has come to an end, as you are going to find the fix here:

  • Open Settings → tap Safari .
  • Scroll to the Tabs section and tap Close Tabs .

Disable Auto-close on iPhone

That’s it! Now Safari won’t be closing tabs automatically, and you can have peace of mind.

2. Show all Safari windows on iPad

Despite turning off the auto-close tabs on your iPad, if you still cannot access all the Safari tabs, it might be because you are using multiple Safari windows on your iPad. So, let’s see how to switch between multiple Safari windows and find the disappeared tabs:

  • Press and hold the Safari icon on the dock.

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Now, you can see all the Safari windows that you have opened. Check if you can see the tab you are looking for in these windows. If you want to merge all these windows, I have mentioned the steps for that in the next part.

3. Merge all windows on iPad

Since managing all the Safari windows is a difficult task, the best way is to merge them all. All you have to do is:

  • Open Safari .

Show Tab Overview

As you can see, all the tabs present in multiple Safari windows will be combined and will be shown under a single window. Now, you can jump between tabs without fear of losing any tab unexpectedly until you close them.

4. Access the recently closed Safari tabs

If you closed a Safari tab mistakenly, it’s very easy to revive them. All you have to do is:

  • Tap and hold the  + icon  in Safari for iPad at the top right. On iPhone, tap the tabs button → long-press the  + icon .

access recently closed Safari tabs on iPhone and iPad

Other than that, you can also open the closed tabs on Safari from the browser history section. I have mentioned that in the next method.

5. Check the browser history

  • Open Safari on your iPad or iPhone
  • Tap the book icon at the top left.

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6. Bookmark the tabs on Safari  

If Safari keeps closing the tabs on your iPhone or iPad, it could be some bugs in iOS. It would be better to stick with a workaround until a fix is released. The best one is to bookmark all the tabs that you are using. But wait! Before you think about the tedious process, I can assure you it’s very simple. Just follow these steps.

  • Open Safari → tap the tabs icon.
  • Tap and hold one tab .
  • Now, tap Add Bookmarks for X Tabs .
  • Give a name to the folder.

Bookmark the tabs on Safari on iPhone

  • Name the folder and select a location .
  • Next, tap Save .

You can access these bookmarks from the location you have saved. If Safari removes your tabs, you can load them by selecting  tap and hold that folder  →  Open in New Tabs or Tab Group .

7. Check internet connection

All the methods you have performed will be useless if you haven’t connected to the internet. Connect your  iPhone or iPad to the internet  and see if you face any issues. Safari is an internet browser; hence, it needs a proper internet connection to use its features.

8. Enable background App refresh 

Maybe it’s because Safari is not allowed to run in the background, causing the app not to behave properly and thus, miss some tabs. You can enable  Background App Refresh to let Safari run in the background. All you have to do is:

  • Open Settings and tap General .

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  • Now, tap Background App Refresh again.

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9. Update software to the latest version

Safari cannot be updated individually since it’s a system app, and the only way to update is by updating your iOS or iPadOS version. You can check for the latest software updates on iPhone or iPad by going to  Settings → General → Software Update .

10. Restore tabs through other Apple devices

Since you cannot access Safari tabs on iPhone and iPad, let’s look at a way to restore Safari tabs . But for this method, you should have already enabled the  Sync  option on your Apple ID and should be logged in with it on another iPhone or iPad. After that:

  • Open Safari and select the Tabs icon on the other iPhone or iPad.
  • Scroll down, and you’ll see tabs opened on other devices.

11. Hard reset your iPhone

If you cannot fix the issue of tab disappearing on Safari, the last resort is to reset your iPhone or iPad , as it may fix the software bugs causing the issue. But before that, perform a quick  restart  or a  force reset  as some issues will be easily fixed.

No, updating your iPhone won’t delete tabs of the Safari browser. You can ensure by turning off the auto-close tabs option from  Settings → Safari → Close tabs → Manually .

The Safari bookmarks might get deleted if you have turned off the sync between devices, and thus, you won’t be able to access bookmarks saved on other devices.

I can understand how frustrated you will feel when tabs disappear on Safari. With this guide, I hope you were able to fix the issue once and for all. Also, do you prefer Safari over  other alternatives ? Let me know in the comments below.

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How to Restore Recently Closed Tabs and Windows in Safari

Ever close a browser tab by accident or lost a number of tabs after Safari crashed? It happens to the best of us. Thankfully, you can quickly reopen your last closed tab or restore tabs from your last browsing session with the tips below.

Open the Last Closed Tab in Safari on the Mac

Safari lets you undo your action of closing a tab--as long as you act promptly. If you close a tab by mistake and then open a new tab, you won't be able to restore the closed tab with the shortcut below, because the undo feature only works on your last action.

In OS X, after closing a tab, press Command+Z , the standard Mac keyboard shortcut for Undo. Your lost tab will be instantly restored. Alternatively, you can go to the Edit menu and select "Undo Close Tab".

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For other tabs you've closed before the last one, head to the History men u for the list of sites you've recently visited.

Reopen Closed Windows in Safari on the Mac

You can also reopen a Safari window with the tabs you had open even days after closing the window or quitting Safari.

If you have more than one Safari window open and close one by mistake, go to the History menu and select "Reopen Last Closed Window."

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If you quit Safari and want to restart it with all of the tabs you had open last time, go to the History menu and select Reopen All Windows from Last Session.

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On the iPad or iPhone , you can also quickly reopen your last tabs. Safari on iOS lets you quickly open up to five of the last tabs you closed.

Tap and hold down the new tab button (a plus icon) to bring up the list of recently closed tabs.

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5 Effective Ways to Restore Recently Closed Tabs in Safari

If you use a Mac as your workstation, then circumstances where Safari tabs are accidentally closed or Mac power failure suspends your incomplete webpages occur as commonly as a meal.

Yet don't be upset, you have 5 ways to restore closed tabs in Safari on your iPhone and Mac without issue. Just read this article from  iBoysoft  and try the way that you like.

How to Restore Closed Tabs in Safari

Table of Contents:

  • 1. How to restore recently closed tabs in Safari on Mac
  • 2. How to restore closed tabs in Safari on iPhone
  • 3. FAQ about how to restore closed tabs in Safari

How to restore recently closed tabs in Safari on Mac

If you think that Safari gets the better of Chrome in the  Safari vs Chrome  battle and take it as your default browser, it's not an odd thing that you close all Safari windows with one mouse click. Take it easy, you can learn 3 methods to reopen the Safari tabs on your computer running  macOS  here.

Method 1: Use the keyboard shortcuts or menu shortcuts

Just like you  undo an email on Mac , you can also undo the tab shut actions with certain keyboard shortcuts or the Safari menu shortcuts on the context menu.

You can relaunch Safari on your computer and then press the Command + Z keys to bring back the last closed tab. If you have shut several tabs in one click, you should hold down the keyboard shortcuts repeatedly to restore all the tabs one by one.

Alternatively, you are able to select the Reopen Last Closed Tab option to bring the closed Safari tab back. Let me show you how to do:

  • Launch Safari on your Mac via  Spotlight Search shortcuts .
  • Head to the History menu on the top toolbar of your Mac desktop.
  • Select Reopen Last Closed Tab on the dropdown menu of the History. You can also hit the responding Shift + Command + T keyboards to complete the restoration.
  • Then all the tabs you have closed on Safari will show up automatically.

Use the keyboard shortcuts or menu shortcuts

Method 2: Utilize the add icon on Safari

Safari's new tab icon allows you to create a new tab with a left click and restore the closed tab with a right click. You will have the list of all closed tabs and windows that you have closed as long as you right-click this icon.

  • Relaunch the Safari browser on your device.
  • Head to the upper right corner of the Safari main interface.

Utilize the add icon on Safari

  • Choose the tab that you plan to restore and it will come back.

Method 3: Check the Recently Closed option

You are also allowed to recover your closed tab on Safari by checking the Recently Closed menu. Different from the Restore Last Closed Tab option, this way won't show you all the closed tabs and you can choose specific tabs to recover.

  • Launch the Safari browser on your Mac.
  • Locate the History tab on the top menu bar.

Check the Recently Closed option

  • Click the website that you visited and then it will appear on the Safari main window.

If you have known how to restore recently closed tabs in Safari on your Mac with the guideline, why not share it with more people?

How to restore closed tabs in Safari on iPhone

The way to reopen a recently closed Safari tab on your iPhone is pretty much the same as on your Mac. You can click the + icon or search for your Closed Tabs in the Safari history to reopen the closed tabs, though they are not as easily accessible as the Mac.

Method 1: Utilize the add icon on Safari 

  • Run the Safari browser on your iPhone, and tap the Show All Tabs icon at the bottom right corner of the iPhone screen.
  • Tap and hold your finger on the + (New Tab) icon for a couple of seconds.

Utilize the add icon on Safari

Method 2: Search for the Closed Tabs in the Safari history

If you fail to restore the Safari tabs, you may need to browse the history and then reopen them manually. Safari saves every website you visit in the browsing history until you browse them in Private mode. 

You can easily view your history list or search for particular websites to reopen your closed Safari tabs here:

  • Open Safari and tap the Book icon.
  • Tap the Clock icon to view your browsing history.
  • Search your closed Safari tab or scroll through your history in chronological order.

Search for the Closed Tabs in the Safari history

Missing all Safari tabs with one accidental click or Mac power failure really drives people crazy. Fortunately, this article tells you how to restore closed tabs in Safari on your iPhone and Mac with specific instructions. Meeting this trouble, too? Read this post right now!

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If you find this article helpful and useful, please share it to help more people!

FAQ about how to restore closed tabs in Safari

If you click the red X to close Safari, the Reopen All Windows from Last Session option becomes greyed out from the dropdown menu. You can press the Command + Q keyboards to quit the Safari app and then the Reopen All Windows from Last Session option functions normally.

You can utilize the add icon on Safari to recover the closed tab. Follow the steps: Relaunch the Safari browser on your device > Head to the upper right corner of the Safari main interface > Locate the + icon and then right-click it > Choose the tab that you plan to restore and it will come back.

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Have you ever accidentally closed a tab in Safari, only to realize that you still needed the information it contained? It's a common frustration, but fear not! Safari provides several convenient methods to reopen closed tabs, allowing you to quickly retrieve the lost content and continue browsing seamlessly. Whether you closed a tab by mistake or simply need to revisit a recently closed page, Safari offers intuitive features to help you effortlessly restore your browsing sessions.

In this article, we will explore various techniques for reopening tabs in Safari, catering to different preferences and situations. Whether you prefer using the History menu, keyboard shortcuts, or the Recently Closed Tabs menu, you'll find a method that suits your browsing style. By mastering these methods, you can navigate Safari with ease and confidence, knowing that you can always retrieve closed tabs without hassle.

So, let's dive into the world of tab management in Safari and discover the simple yet powerful tools at your disposal. Whether you're a casual user or a seasoned web explorer, these techniques will empower you to make the most of your browsing experience, ensuring that no closed tab remains lost for long. Let's embark on this journey to reclaim lost tabs and unlock the full potential of Safari's tab management capabilities.

Using the History Menu

Safari's History menu serves as a treasure trove of your browsing activity, allowing you to revisit previously viewed web pages and efficiently reopen closed tabs. This method is particularly useful when you need to retrieve a tab that was closed a while ago or if you want to explore your recent browsing history to rediscover valuable content.

To access the History menu, simply click on "History" in the Safari menu bar at the top of the screen. Upon doing so, a dropdown menu will appear, presenting a list of options, including "Reopen Last Closed Tab" and "Reopen All Windows from Last Session." These options provide quick and convenient ways to restore closed tabs, catering to different scenarios and preferences.

If you accidentally closed a tab and wish to reopen it, selecting "Reopen Last Closed Tab" from the History menu will promptly restore the most recently closed tab, sparing you the inconvenience of manually retracing your steps. This streamlined approach ensures that you can swiftly recover from accidental tab closures, maintaining a seamless browsing experience without disruptions.

Furthermore, the "Reopen All Windows from Last Session" option is invaluable when you need to restore an entire browsing session, including multiple tabs and windows that were open before Safari was closed. This feature is particularly beneficial if you inadvertently close the entire browser or if you want to revisit a comprehensive set of tabs from a previous session. By leveraging this option, you can effortlessly reconstruct your previous browsing environment, picking up right where you left off with minimal effort.

In addition to these immediate options, the History menu also provides access to your complete browsing history, allowing you to browse through a chronological list of visited websites. This comprehensive overview empowers you to navigate through your browsing journey, enabling you to reopen specific tabs or explore past web pages with ease. Whether you're seeking to revisit a recently closed tab or delve into your browsing history for research or reference purposes, the History menu offers a user-friendly interface to facilitate these tasks seamlessly.

By utilizing the History menu in Safari, you can harness the power of your browsing history to efficiently reopen closed tabs and seamlessly navigate through your web exploration. This method empowers you to effortlessly retrieve lost tabs, explore past web pages, and reconstruct entire browsing sessions, ensuring that no valuable content remains out of reach. With the History menu as your ally, you can navigate Safari with confidence, knowing that you have the tools to reclaim and rediscover your browsing experiences effortlessly.

Using the Keyboard Shortcut

Harnessing the power of keyboard shortcuts can significantly streamline your browsing experience in Safari, offering a quick and efficient method to reopen closed tabs without navigating through menus or interfaces. By familiarizing yourself with the designated keyboard shortcut , you can effortlessly restore recently closed tabs with a simple key combination, enhancing your productivity and minimizing disruptions during your browsing sessions.

In Safari, the keyboard shortcut for reopening the most recently closed tab is a combination of keys that triggers the restoration process instantly. By pressing "Command" + "Z" on your keyboard, you can promptly reopen the last closed tab, allowing you to retrieve valuable content without interrupting your browsing flow. This intuitive shortcut provides a seamless solution for accidental tab closures, ensuring that you can swiftly recover from such instances with minimal effort.

The "Command" + "Z" keyboard shortcut serves as a convenient and versatile tool for managing your browsing tabs, offering a direct and immediate way to reverse accidental tab closures and retrieve essential information. Whether you inadvertently closed a tab or simply need to revisit a recently closed page, this keyboard shortcut empowers you to navigate Safari with ease, knowing that you can effortlessly restore closed tabs at any time.

Moreover, the simplicity and accessibility of the "Command" + "Z" shortcut make it a valuable asset for users who prioritize efficiency and convenience in their browsing activities. By integrating this keyboard shortcut into your browsing routine, you can navigate Safari with agility and confidence, confident in your ability to swiftly recover closed tabs and maintain a seamless browsing experience.

By embracing the keyboard shortcut for reopening closed tabs in Safari, you can elevate your browsing proficiency and effortlessly manage your tab interactions. This method empowers you to navigate Safari with agility and confidence, knowing that you have a swift and reliable solution for retrieving closed tabs whenever the need arises. With the "Command" + "Z" shortcut at your fingertips, you can reclaim lost tabs and seamlessly continue your web exploration, unlocking the full potential of Safari's tab management capabilities.

Using the Recently Closed Tabs Menu

The Recently Closed Tabs menu in Safari serves as a valuable resource for efficiently managing and restoring closed tabs, offering a user-friendly interface to navigate through your recent tab interactions and promptly reopen any inadvertently closed pages. This method provides a convenient and intuitive approach to tab management, empowering you to seamlessly retrieve lost content and maintain a fluid browsing experience.

To access the Recently Closed Tabs menu in Safari, you can simply click on the "History" option in the menu bar at the top of the screen. Upon doing so, a dropdown menu will appear, presenting a range of options, including the "Recently Closed&quot submenu. Within this submenu, you will find a list of the tabs that were closed recently, allowing you to review and select specific tabs for reopening.

By selecting the "Recently Closed&quot submenu, you gain immediate access to a chronological list of tabs that were closed during your browsing session. This comprehensive overview enables you to identify and restore specific tabs based on your browsing history, ensuring that no closed tab remains inaccessible for long. Whether you accidentally closed a tab or simply need to revisit a recently viewed page, the Recently Closed Tabs menu offers a streamlined solution to retrieve valuable content with ease.

Furthermore, the Recently Closed Tabs menu provides a dynamic and responsive interface, allowing you to navigate through your recent tab interactions and make informed decisions about which tabs to reopen. This flexibility empowers you to tailor your browsing experience to your specific needs, ensuring that you can efficiently manage and restore closed tabs based on your browsing priorities and preferences.

In addition to its immediate accessibility, the Recently Closed Tabs menu offers a seamless and efficient method for restoring closed tabs, minimizing disruptions and optimizing your browsing efficiency. By leveraging this feature, you can swiftly recover from accidental tab closures and seamlessly continue your web exploration, knowing that you have a reliable tool to reclaim lost tabs at your fingertips.

By embracing the Recently Closed Tabs menu in Safari, you can harness the power of your browsing history to effortlessly manage and restore closed tabs, ensuring that you can navigate Safari with confidence and agility. This method empowers you to seamlessly retrieve valuable content, explore past web pages, and maintain a fluid browsing experience, unlocking the full potential of Safari's tab management capabilities.

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You can easily re-open closed web browser windows in Safari for iOS on the iPad. This works in all iPad models with iOS, and it’s really easy to do at any time in Safari browser on the device:

  • From the Safari app, just tap and hold the + button that usually opens new tabs
  • After holding the Plus button for a second you will see a pop-up menu that shows recently closed tabs for quick recovery and access
  • Select your tab(s) to open and restore to re-open those sessions in Safari

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If you don’t want the recently closed tabs to show any history, you can either clear mobile Safari history and cache or just use the new Private Browsing mode to prevent them from accumulating in the first place.

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Yes, this feature works in all vaguely modern versions of iOS for iPad, just look for the Recently Closed Tabs section.

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