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How can I force Safari to perform a full page reload, without using the mouse?

I'm using Safari to preview web pages as I develop them on my local server. I've got 'Disable Caches' checked in the Develop menu. And yet Safari is still working from a cached version of a stylesheet that's linked from the HTML file being displayed.

I can sometimes override this by Option-clicking the reload button in the location bar, but I want to refresh the page automatically when I save the CSS file. At the moment I'm doing it using an AppleScript that's bound to the Save action in my text editor. I could see using Keyboard Maestro instead. But I need some consistent way to force Safari to do a full reload from the keyboard.

• browser-cache

• Do you have any extensions installed. Had this problem once with Adblock... It messed up one page in particular, thought it was a stylesheet problem too, tried everything... but it was Adblock messing with it. –  unom Jan 8, 2014 at 22:08

9 Answers 9

Enable the Develop menu from Safari menu - Preferences - Advanced .

On Safari version 11.1 and above :

CMD + OPTION + R reloads the page ignoring cache.

On Safari version 9 and above :

CMD + SHIFT + R reloads the page ignoring cache.

Emptying caches seems not to reload the stylesheets everytimes…

On Safari below version 9 :

Empty cache and then reload so full "hot key" would be :

CMD + OPTION + E

CMD + R to refresh the page

Of course probably turning opening and closing a New Private Window from the File would also work but…

• that didn't work for me on Safari 8 –  Brian Tingle Sep 11, 2015 at 5:49
• 3 Safari version 9.1.1 does not reload the page with Cmd-Shift-R. I have "Show Develop in menu bar" enabled. –  Jason Jun 21, 2016 at 13:46
• cmd+shift+R didn't work for me in 9.1.3 either –  sfletche Oct 13, 2016 at 17:07
• 1 Cmd+Shift+R didn't work in Version 10.0.1 (11602.2.14.0.7). –  Snowcrash Feb 14, 2017 at 10:59
• Checkout @sayan's answer below for a working shortcut –  Vlad May 17, 2018 at 14:35

The shortcut has now changed to OPTION + CMD + R . (Safari 11.1)

• 1 Works perfectly! –  kerrin Apr 25, 2018 at 4:23

There is an option in the menubar Develop->Disable Caches. This is true for Safari 5.1. I'm not sure for the rest.

• 2 Please read the second sentence of my question again. –  Gabe Jul 28, 2011 at 17:06
• 1 Oops, I'm sorry :) –  mist Jul 29, 2011 at 7:01
• I think the keyboard maestro method be to activate the “disable caches” menu bar item, reload the page, then deactivate it. –  BallpointBen Aug 23, 2023 at 4:42

Turn on Private mode and refresh the page. It won't get it from the cache in private mode.

Hard refresh was removed as a keyboard shortcut in Safari 5. The old command for that was ⌘ + SHIFT + R

CTRL + F5 May work but I can't test here.

• Yes, that's how to refresh the page, but it doesn't bypass the cache. –  Gabe Sep 9, 2010 at 16:02
• 2 Control-F5 just selects the location bar, like Command-L. –  Gabe Sep 9, 2010 at 16:45
• Then it's been disabled completely. I found a number of threads complaining about it. There is an extension that I have NOT tested here: twitter.com/siracusa/status/15683201068 that may do what you want. –  JNK Sep 9, 2010 at 16:47
• No, that extension just creates a button in the toolbar (which I guess some people prefer to the icon in the location bar). I also found a lot of threads complaining about it—i was wondering if someone on here had any special knowledge. –  Gabe Sep 9, 2010 at 19:37
• Sorry! :( <15chars> –  JNK Sep 9, 2010 at 19:47

Workaround: in the develop menu, select "start debugging javascript" and it must reload the code properly. You can then stop debugging... I know it's not a clean solution and I'm not sure if it works always or in all versions, but it's working for me now.

I stumble upon this question and apparently the current answers do not work.

Issue is currently CMD + ALT + R opens the Responsive design.

However if the inspector is open via CMD + ALT + I , then the same shortcut does a clean refresh.

Current Safari Version: 12.1.2

CMD + L focus on the address bar SHIFT + ALT + ENTER full reload for the current address

It seems to work on Safari 9

• And how does one click without a mouse? –  qasdfdsaq Oct 23, 2015 at 12:51
• 1 @qasdfdsaq My bad, edited the question. –  rraallvv Oct 23, 2015 at 13:00

Go to Safari's preferences and tick "Show develop menu". In the develop menu, click disable Caches.

• 1 Please read the second sentence of my question. –  Gabe Feb 21, 2013 at 11:55

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How to hard refresh your web browser (to bypass your cache).

Is a website misbehaving or stuck showing old info or pictures? Force a complete reload of the site using this simple tip.

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What is a browser cache, how to perform a hard refresh in your browser.

Sometimes, a website does not behave as expected or seems stuck showing outdated information. To fix this, it's easy to force your browser to completely reload its local copy of the page (cache) using a simple keyboard shortcut. Here's how to do it.

To speed up browsing, web browsers save copies of website data to your computer as a set of files called a cache. When you load a website, you are often viewing a local copy of elements from the site (such as images) pulled from your cache.

Normally, if the browser loads a website and detects a change, it will fetch a new version of the site from the remote web server and replace the cache. But the process is not perfect, and sometimes your browser may end up with a local copy of the website data in your browser cache that doesn't match the latest version on the server. As a result, a web page may look incorrect or not function properly.

To fix this, we need to force the web browser to discard what it already has in the cache and to download the latest version of the site. Many people call this a "hard refresh."

In most browsers on PC and Mac, you can perform a simple action to force a hard refresh. Hold down the Shift key on your keyboard and click on the reload icon on your browser's toolbar.

There are also keyboard shortcuts to perform the equivalent hard refresh. Because there are multiple ways to do the same action, they will be listed below:

• Chrome, Firefox, or Edge for Windows: Press Ctrl+F5 (If that doesn't work, try Shift+F5 or Ctrl+Shift+R).
• Chrome or Firefox for Mac: Press Shift+Command+R.
• Safari for Mac: There is no simple keyboard shortcut to force a hard refresh. Instead, press Command+Option+E to empty the cache, then hold down Shift and click Reload in the toolbar.
• Safari for iPhone and iPad:  There is no shortcut to force a cache refresh. You'll have to dig into settings to erase your browser's cache.

After you perform the hard refresh, you should see the web page go blank, and the reloading process will take longer than usual. That's because the browser is redownloading all of the data and images on the site.

If forcing a refresh didn't fix the issue, you can try to do a hard refresh again. If that doesn't help, the issue may be with the website itself---or your browser may need an update . Good luck!

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4 Ways to Refresh Webpages in Safari on iPhone, iPad, and Mac

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Whenever you open a webpage on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac, it loads the latest information. But once the page finishes loading, all the information displayed usually remains static, even if it has changed or refreshed in the backend. To access the latest information, you can refresh all those web pages in Safari.

Refreshing webpages help update the current information on your screen. And while you can use the Cmd + Option + R shortcut to hard refresh (force reload) or clear all the cache in Safari separately, what if you want to reload the page? Is there an option or shortcut? Let’s find out.

How to Refresh Webpages in Safari on iPhone and iPad

When using Safari on your iPhone or iPad, use the Reload icon to reload a page. Or, if your device is updated, use the pull-to-refresh option. You can also use keyboard shortcuts, if available. Or, force the browser to close and restart. Thus, reloading the page in the process. Here’s a step-by-step look for clarity.

1. Using the Address Bar

Step 1: Depending on your device’s settings, go to the address bar at the top or bottom of the page in Safari.

Step 2: Here, tap on the Reload icon.

Wait for the page to finish reloading. If the address bar is not visible, use your finger to move the page up or down. Once you see it, tap on the Reload icon accordingly. This will reload the page in Safari.

2. Through the Pull-to-Refresh Feature

If your iPhone runs iOS 15 or higher, you can use the pull-to-refresh option. Using this, you can pull the webpage down and wait for it to refresh and reload.

Step 1: Go to the relevant tab in Safari.

Step 2: Now, hold and pull down from the top half of the page. Release the page once you see the reload icon appear.

Once you release the page, it should automatically refresh all the information. If this doesn’t work, check your device’s software version and try again.

3. Using a Keyboard Shortcut

As long as you have a compatible wireless keyboard , you can connect it to your iPhone or iPad via Bluetooth . This can not only aid in typing but also allow you to use keyboard shortcuts on your Apple device. Then, use the Cmd + R shortcut on the wireless keyboard and reload the page without touching the screen.

4. Force Close and Restart Safari

If you can’t use the abovementioned methods, force Safari to close altogether on your iPhone or iPad. This can help solve any glitches with the browser as well. Once the browser reopens, it should refresh the page as well. Here’s how.

Step 1: Swipe up from the bottom of the page to open background apps. Or, if your device has a Home button, double-press it.

Step 2: Once the background apps are visible, hold and swipe up on Safari.

Step 3: Now, tap on the Safari app icon to reopen the browser.

Once Safari opens, the page should also reopen in the designated tab. If that doesn’t happen, use the address bar or search history to reopen the page in Safari.

How to Refresh Safari Webpages on Your Mac

Like refreshing Safari webpages on your iPhone or iPad, you can also reload a page on your Mac. To do this, use the refresh button in Safari, menu options, or the keyboard shortcut. Or, if this doesn’t work, force Safari to close and reload. This will not only restart all browser functions but also reload the page. Here’s how to do it.

1. Through the Reload Icon

Step 1: Go to the Safari address bar and click on the Reload icon.

Once the page reloads, any related issue should be resolved as your browser fetches a fresh copy of the page.

2. Using Menu Options

Step 1: Once Safari is open, go to the menu bar and click on View.

Step 2: Here, click on Reload Page. Wait for the page to refresh.

3. Using Keyboard Shortcut

While you must connect a keyboard to your iPad or iPhone, your Mac already has one. Taking advantage of this, use the Cmd + R keys to reload the currently open page in Safari quickly. Or, if you want to reload the page without cache, hold down the Shift key on the keyboard and click the Reload icon in Safari.

4. Closing and Reopening Safari

Step 1: Go to the menu options and click on the Apple icon. Then, click on Force Quit.

Step 2: From the list of apps, select Safari.

Step 3: Then, click on Force Quit. Wait for Safari to close.

Step 4: Now, click on the Safari app icon to open the browser again.

If the webpage isn’t open, type the website address in the menu bar or open it from the device history. The web page information should be refreshed.

Reload a Page in Safari

Refreshing the webpages in Safari not only helps deliver the latest information but also aids in resolving certain site glitches and errors like media not loading in Safari . So, we hope this article helped you refresh a Safari webpage on your iPhone, iPad, and Mac devices.

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In iOS 15, Apple has completely redesigned Safari with easier-to-reach controls in mind when you're browsing the internet. For example, the URL address bar can optionally sit at the bottom of the screen instead of up top, which makes it easier to access when you're using your iPhone with one hand.

A downward swipe on any webpage‌ is all it takes to refresh a webpage in Safari. This alternative to having to tap on the reload icon is especially useful if you like to keep the address bar at the top of the screen, where tapping the reload icon can be less convenient.

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How to refresh a webpage in Safari

Learn how to quickly refresh a webpage in Apple’s Safari browser, especially when using your iPhone with one hand and with the URL address bar displayed at the bottom.

How to quickly refresh a webpage in Safari for iPhone and iPad

To refresh a webpage in Safari on iPhone and iPad, hit a reload icon in the address bar, press a dedicated shortcut on the keyboard or perform a downward swipe on a webpage.

Address bar

Whether you’re using Safari with the address bar at the top or bottom, there’s a dedicated reload icon available at the right edge of the address bar. Conveniently, this shortcut is instantly reachable with the bottom address bar in one-handed mode.

Keyboard shortcut

If you use a wireless Bluetooth keyboard with your iPhone or iPad, you can press the dedicated Command (⌘) + R shortcut on the keyboard to reload the currently-viewed webpage. Extra tip: To display a cheat sheet of all the keyboard shortcuts an app supports, simply press and hold the Command (⌘) key. In fact, you can choose the Reload Page command (or any other shortcut for that matter) right from this cheat sheet.

Pull-to-refresh

And last but certainly not least, you can refresh any webpage by pulling it down from the top. If you’ve already scrolled, simply touch the iOS status bar to jump to the top of the page, then pull down to refresh.

This pull-to-refresh gesture is especially convenient when using your iPhone in one-handed mode, with one notable exception: large-screened devices. If your iPhone is too big for you to comfortably use with one hand, you won’t even be able to reach the status bar with your thumb. Read: How to switch between the old and new Safari design

In that case, you should switch to the address bar at the bottom by hitting the “aA” menu, then select the option labeled “Show Bottom Tab Bar.” And just like that, you can now hit a reload icon in the address bar to refresh the currently-viewed webpage.

How to quickly refresh a webpage in Safari for Mac

To refresh a webpage in Safari for Mac, click the reload icon within the address bar, press a keyboard shortcut, or choose an appropriate command from Safari’s menu.

Like with Safari for iOS, Safari for macOS also includes a reload icon within the address bar, at the rightmost side. Click it to reload the current page.

Alternatively, you can press the Command (⌘) + R shortcut on your Mac’s keyboard in Safari to reload the webpage that you’re currently viewing.

Menu command

You can also find the Reload Page  command in Safari’s View menu.

How to hard refresh a webpage in Safari for Mac

When you reload a webpage, Safari may fetch some of the assets like cookies from its temporary cache. If the webpage has since changed, you may not get an up-to-date version. Thankfully, you can tell Safari to perform a hard refresh which causes it also clear cache and cookies for a given webpage. To hard-refresh a Safari webpage, press the Option (⌥) + Command (⌘) + R combination on your keyboard.

Alternatively, press and hold the Option (⌥) key while clicking Safari’s View menu, then choose “Reload Page From Origin.” Lastly, you can also hold the Shift (⇧) key whilst clicking a reload icon within the address bar. All those methods will prompt Safari to loads the webpage along with any same-domain resources requested by the webpage without using the browser cache, presenting you with a newly downloaded view.

For further resources on Safari, check out Apple’s website .

Wrap up: Thank God for pull-to-refresh

When I sit at my computer and browse the web in Safari, I never bother clicking the reload icon within the address bar or reaching for the menu option. Instead, I hit the Command (⌘) + R shortcut on my keyboard, it’s much faster this way. So go ahead and memorize this super handy shortcut if you haven’t already.

When I switch over to my mobile device, however, things are a bit different. I usually work without a keyboard connected to my iPad so the Command (⌘) + R keystroke is out of the question. Of course, I can hit that reload icon within the address bar.

The problem is, I can’t always find the address bar as I switch between the top and bottom address bar every so often. Meaning, the pull-to-refresh method wins out hands down as the most intuitive gesture to refresh a webpage in Safari—at least on iPhone.

How to Hard Refresh Any Browser on Mobile and PC

It’s frustrating, to say the least when a website takes forever to load or displays outdated information. While you might feel like switching to a different browser or clearing out all data are the only options you have, the problem can be easily solved by performing a simple hard refresh. In this article, we’ll learn how to hard refresh any browser on both mobile and PC. So, let’s get started. 

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Why Perform a Hard Refresh

Morden-day web browsers often save copies of websites we visit in order to deliver faster loading times. This is known as cache data and it helps browsers save bandwidth and loading time when we go on to revisit the same websites. While the process works smoothly for the most part, it can often create problems such as websites showing an older version of a webpage or webpage not functioning properly.

That’s where performing a hard refresh can help. Doing this will force the browser to ignore any existing cache data and load the page from scratch. 

If you’re not sure how to perform a hard refresh on your web browser, here’s how the process works on major browsers.

Steps for Hard Refresh 

If you’re on PC or Mac, here are the keyboard shortcuts that you can use to perform a hard refresh on different browsers.

Hard Refresh on Chrome, Firefox, or Edge

To perform a hard refresh on Chrome, Firefox or Edge, Windows users can use the shortcut Ctrl+F5 or Ctrl+Shift+R .

Alternatively, if you’re using Chrome or Edge, you can also press F12 to open DevTools. Then right-click on the refresh button and select Hard Reload from the menu.

If you’re on Mac, press Cmd+Shift+R to perform a hard refresh. Or, press and hold the Shift key and click on the Reload button.

Hard Refresh on Internet Explorer

Internet Explorer users can press Ctrl+F5 to hard reload it. Alternatively, you can press and hold the Ctrl key and click on the Reload button.

Hard Refresh on Safari

Since Safari doesn’t have any direct shortcut to perform a hard refresh, you’ll have to manually clear the cache and then refresh the webpage. Read on to learn how. 

To empty cache, press Cmd+Option+E . After that, hold down Shift and click on the Reload button.

Hard Refresh Chrome and Samsung Internet on Android

Unlike PC users, mobile users do not get the luxury of using keyboard shortcuts to hard refresh a web page. Therefore, to hard refresh a web page on your phone, you’ll have to manually clear any cache data associated with the site and reload the page. Here’s how the process works on Google Chrome and Samsung Internet for Android.

1. Launch Google Chrome on your phone and tap on the three-dot menu icon to open Settings.

2. Under Advanced, open Site settings and go to Data stored. 

3. Here, you’ll find a list of websites for which Google Chrome has stored cache data. Tap on the site URL you wish to hard refresh and tap on the Clear & reset button. 

4. Now go ahead and open the website for which you cleared the cache data. Use the three-dot menu icon and tap on the refresh button.

Now Chrome will download fresh data from the server and load the page for you.

Samsung Internet

1. Launch the Samsung Internet Browser on your phone. Tap on the three horizontal bars to choose Settings from the list.

2. Under Advanced , go to Sites and downloads . Next, open Manage Website Data from the menu.

3. Here, you’ll find a list of all the websites that the browser has stored cache data for. Go to the website URL that you’re facing problems with. Tap on the Delete button in the top right corner and mark the URL for which you intend to delete the cache data. Lastly, tap on the Delete button at the bottom.

4. Now go ahead and open the website for which you cleared the cache data. It should load up the latest version of the web page now.

Hard Refresh Safari on iPhone

Similar to Chrome and Samsung Internet on Android, performing a hard refresh on Safari for iPhone also requires you to delete the cache data first.

1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone and scroll down to find Safari . Next, tap on Advanced .

2. Now go to Website Data . Here, you’ll find a list of all the websites for which Safari has collected the cache data for. Tap on the Edit option in the top right corner.

3. Lastly, tap on the red button next to the website’s URL to remove its data.

Once removed, you can try visiting the webpage now and Safari will load a fresh copy of the web page from the server.

What is browser cache and how does it help?

Browser cache is the data that your browser stores when you visit a website. This includes various elements such as images, HTML files, and JavaScript files. This data helps the browser reduce loading times when you revisit the same web pages.

How to fix a browser showing outdated web pages?

If your browser is showing you an old web page with outdated information, then you can perform a hard refresh using the steps above to fix the issue.

Wrap Up: Hard Refresh Any Browser

As we just learned, hard-refreshing any browser is pretty simple and quick. On PC, this saves you from the trouble of deleting cache every time a website is loading slow or showing old web pages. While on phones, you might have to go through some extra steps to perform the same. 

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How To Refresh Page On Safari

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Introduction

Refreshing a web page is a common task that many of us perform daily while browsing the internet. Whether you're waiting for an updated news article to load or trying to see the latest changes on a website, knowing how to refresh a page efficiently can save you time and frustration. In this article, we'll explore various methods to refresh a page on Safari, Apple's popular web browser.

Safari, known for its sleek interface and seamless integration with Apple devices, offers several convenient ways to refresh web pages. Whether you prefer using a mouse, keyboard shortcuts, or context menus, Safari provides options to suit your browsing style. By mastering these methods, you can streamline your browsing experience and stay up to date with the latest content on your favorite websites.

In the following sections, we'll delve into three distinct methods for refreshing a page on Safari. From the classic approach of clicking the refresh button to utilizing keyboard shortcuts and context menus, each method offers its own set of advantages. By familiarizing yourself with these techniques, you can navigate Safari with ease and ensure that you're always viewing the most current content on the web.

Now, let's embark on this journey to discover the diverse ways of refreshing a web page on Safari. Whether you're a seasoned Safari user or just getting started with this innovative browser , these methods will empower you to navigate the web with confidence and efficiency. Let's dive into the first method: using the refresh button.

Method 1: Using the Refresh Button

Refreshing a web page using the refresh button is perhaps the most straightforward and commonly used method in web browsing. In Safari, the refresh button is conveniently located in the address bar, making it easily accessible for users. When you encounter a page that you want to refresh, simply click the circular arrow icon located to the left of the website address. This action prompts Safari to reload the page, fetching the most recent content from the web server.

The refresh button serves as a visual cue for users to initiate the page refresh process. It's a simple yet effective way to ensure that you're viewing the latest version of a web page. Whether you're checking for real-time updates on a news website or refreshing a social media feed, the refresh button provides a quick and intuitive solution.

One of the advantages of using the refresh button is its universal appeal. Users of all experience levels can easily grasp the concept of clicking a button to refresh a web page. This method is particularly useful for individuals who prefer a visual and tangible way to interact with their browser.

Moreover, the refresh button is designed to be responsive, providing immediate feedback to the user upon clicking. This responsiveness enhances the browsing experience, as users can quickly verify that the page is being refreshed without any delay.

In addition to its simplicity and responsiveness, the refresh button also serves as a reliable fallback option. In the event that keyboard shortcuts or context menus are unavailable or impractical, the refresh button remains a dependable method for refreshing web pages in Safari.

Overall, the refresh button in Safari offers a user-friendly and efficient way to update web content. Its intuitive placement in the address bar, universal appeal, responsiveness, and reliability make it a go-to option for users seeking a hassle-free method to refresh web pages. As we continue to explore other methods for refreshing pages on Safari, it's important to appreciate the convenience and accessibility that the refresh button provides.

Method 2: Using Keyboard Shortcuts

Utilizing keyboard shortcuts to refresh web pages in Safari offers a convenient and efficient alternative to clicking the refresh button. For users who prefer a hands-on approach to browsing, keyboard shortcuts provide a seamless way to perform common tasks without relying on the mouse or trackpad .

In Safari, the keyboard shortcut for refreshing a web page is simple and intuitive. By pressing "Command + R" on a Mac keyboard , users can instantly trigger the page refresh action. This key combination serves as a quick and direct method to update the content of the current web page, eliminating the need to navigate to the refresh button or context menus.

The use of keyboard shortcuts aligns with the principles of productivity and accessibility, catering to users who prioritize speed and efficiency in their browsing experience. By incorporating familiar key combinations, such as "Command + R," Safari empowers users to refresh web pages with minimal effort, allowing for a seamless transition between tasks.

Furthermore, keyboard shortcuts offer a level of control and precision that resonates with users who are accustomed to navigating applications using key commands. This method enables users to refresh web pages without disrupting their current keyboard-focused workflow, enhancing the overall browsing efficiency.

Another advantage of using keyboard shortcuts to refresh pages in Safari is the consistency it provides across different web pages and websites. Regardless of the content being viewed, the "Command + R" shortcut remains universally applicable, ensuring a standardized approach to page refresh functionality.

By embracing keyboard shortcuts as a method for refreshing web pages, Safari caters to users who value speed, precision, and consistency in their browsing habits. This approach aligns with the browser's commitment to providing diverse and user-centric options for interacting with web content, ultimately enhancing the overall browsing experience for its users.

Method 3: Using the Context Menu

Navigating the web with Safari involves exploring various methods to interact with web pages, and using the context menu to refresh a page offers a versatile and efficient approach. The context menu, accessed by right-clicking on a web page, provides a range of options for interacting with web content, including the ability to refresh the page seamlessly.

When users right-click on a web page in Safari, the context menu presents a set of actions and commands tailored to the specific elements and functionalities of the page. Among these options is the "Reload Page" command, which, when selected, triggers the page refresh process, ensuring that users have access to the most up-to-date content.

The context menu serves as a dynamic interface that adapts to the context of the user's interaction with the web page. By incorporating the "Reload Page" command within the context menu, Safari offers users a convenient and contextually relevant method to refresh web pages. This approach aligns with the browser's commitment to providing diverse and user-centric options for interacting with web content, ultimately enhancing the overall browsing experience for its users.

One of the notable advantages of using the context menu to refresh pages in Safari is the flexibility it offers. Unlike the refresh button and keyboard shortcuts, which are more direct in their functionality, the context menu provides users with a visual and contextual means of initiating the page refresh process. This visual representation can be particularly beneficial for users who prefer a more tactile and exploratory approach to interacting with web elements.

Furthermore, the context menu's inclusion of the "Reload Page" command underscores Safari's commitment to accessibility and user empowerment. By integrating this functionality into the context menu, Safari ensures that users have multiple pathways to refresh web pages, catering to diverse preferences and browsing styles.

In summary, leveraging the context menu to refresh web pages in Safari represents a user-centric and adaptable approach to interacting with web content. By integrating the "Reload Page" command within the context menu, Safari empowers users with a versatile and visually intuitive method to ensure that they are accessing the most current information on the web. Whether users prefer the directness of keyboard shortcuts, the familiarity of the refresh button, or the contextual nature of the context menu, Safari's diverse methods for refreshing web pages underscore its commitment to enhancing the browsing experience for all users.

In conclusion, mastering the art of refreshing web pages on Safari empowers users to navigate the web with efficiency and confidence. By exploring the diverse methods available, including the refresh button, keyboard shortcuts, and the context menu, Safari offers a comprehensive toolkit for users to ensure that they are accessing the most current and relevant content on the web.

The refresh button, with its intuitive placement in the address bar, serves as a visual cue for users to initiate the page refresh process. Its universal appeal, responsiveness, and reliability make it a go-to option for individuals seeking a hassle-free method to refresh web pages. Whether checking for real-time updates on news websites or refreshing social media feeds, the refresh button provides a quick and intuitive solution.

Keyboard shortcuts provide a seamless and efficient alternative to clicking the refresh button. By incorporating familiar key combinations, such as "Command + R," Safari empowers users to refresh web pages with minimal effort, catering to those who prioritize speed and efficiency in their browsing experience. This method offers a level of control and precision, enhancing the overall browsing efficiency and consistency across different web pages and websites.

The context menu, accessed by right-clicking on a web page, offers a versatile and efficient approach to refreshing a page. By integrating the "Reload Page" command within the context menu, Safari provides users with a convenient and contextually relevant method to refresh web pages. This approach caters to diverse preferences and browsing styles, ensuring that users have multiple pathways to access the most current information on the web.

In essence, Safari's commitment to providing diverse and user-centric options for interacting with web content underscores its dedication to enhancing the browsing experience for all users. Whether users prefer the directness of keyboard shortcuts, the familiarity of the refresh button, or the contextual nature of the context menu, Safari's diverse methods for refreshing web pages cater to a wide range of user preferences and browsing habits.

By familiarizing themselves with these methods, users can navigate Safari with ease and ensure that they are always viewing the most current content on their favorite websites. Whether you're a seasoned Safari user or just getting started with this innovative browser, these methods will empower you to navigate the web with confidence and efficiency.

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Recently, I made the move from a Windows 10 computer to a MacBook Pro running MacOS . What a shift it has been! While the move has been relatively easy, I had to learn quite a few new things here and there.

One of the main recurrent keyboard shortcuts I used on Windows was the F5 function-key to refresh a webpage in the browser. However, on MacOS, there is no such key. For me, I then simply hit the refresh button manually in the browser window. But, this takes time and becomes annoying quite fast. What is the keyboard shortcut on Mac to refresh a Safari page? What is the equivalent F5 keyboard shortcut that I used to use on Windows?

The answer is luckily relatively simple, although on Mac you have to press a key combination instead of 1 single key.

Refresh Safari webpage on MacOS

Use the key combination Command and the R key to refresh a Safari page on MacOS.

Hard refresh a Safari webpage on MacOS (clear cache)

Sometimes, a simple refresh of a page is not enough – you may want to also clear cache and cookies for a given webpage in the Safari browser on your Apple computer. You will combine 3 keys on your keyboard as a shortcut to do a hard refresh, Option , Command and R :

Alternative way to do a refresh

You may also perform a refresh of a page by clicking the refresh button next to the address/URL. Or, hold the Shift key and click on the refresh button to do a hard refresh of a page (i.e. removes cookies and cache).

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For anyone who uses Safari on their Mac or iOS device, refreshing a webpage is a common task. Whether you're experiencing slow loading times, changes to the content, or simply need to clear your cache, there are several ways to refresh a page on Safari. In this article, we will explore why refreshing a page is important, show you the different ways to refresh a page, and troubleshoot any refreshing issues you may encounter.

Understanding the Need to Refresh a Page

Before we delve into the different ways to refresh a page, it's important to understand why refreshing a page is necessary. The internet is constantly changing, and web pages are no exception. Without refreshing a page, you may miss out on new content, updates, or changes to the website. Refreshing a page helps ensure that you are seeing the most recent and up-to-date content available.

Let's say you're browsing your favorite news website and you come across an article that catches your eye. You read the article and notice that it was published a few hours ago. However, you don't refresh the page and continue browsing the site. As you move on to other articles, you may miss out on breaking news or updates that were published after the article you read. By not refreshing the page, you're essentially limiting your access to the most current information available.

Why Refreshing a Page is Important

Auto-refreshing pages can help keep you updated on changes and news, but it can also be a burden on your internet speed and performance. When you regularly refresh pages, you have more control over when you receive up-to-date information and you can prioritize what pages you want to reload. In turn, you can optimize your browsing experience and save yourself frustration and wait time.

Refreshing a page can also be important for website owners and developers. By regularly refreshing their own pages, they can check for any errors or issues that may arise. This can help ensure that their website is running smoothly and efficiently for all users.

Common Reasons to Refresh a Page

It's important to know when and why you should refresh a page. Common reasons to refresh a page include:

To check for updated content or news articles.

To clear cache and cookies from your browser.

To fix errors caused by slow loading times or broken links.

To ensure that your browser is running smoothly and efficiently.

Refreshing a page can also be helpful when you're making changes to a website or working on a project. By regularly refreshing the page, you can see how your changes are affecting the website in real time. This can help you make adjustments and ensure that your website is functioning as intended.

In conclusion, refreshing a page is an important part of browsing the internet. By doing so, you can ensure that you're seeing the most up-to-date content available and optimize your browsing experience. Whether you're a website owner or a casual user, knowing when and why to refresh a page can help you get the most out of your internet experience.

Different Ways to Refresh a Page on Safari

Now that you understand why refreshing a page is important, let's explore the different methods available on Safari for refreshing a page:

Using the Refresh Button

The Refresh button is located in the address bar of Safari. Simply click on the button or press the Command and R keys on your keyboard, and the page will reload.

Keyboard Shortcuts for Refreshing

In addition to using the Refresh button, there are several keyboard shortcuts that you can use to refresh a page. These include:

Command + R: Reloads the current page.

Command + Shift + R: Reloads the current page and ignores cached data.

Refreshing via the Right-Click Context Menu

By right-clicking on a webpage, a context menu will appear with several options, including the option to refresh the page. This is a helpful shortcut that can save you time and effort.

Auto-Refresh Extensions for Safari

There are various extensions and add-ons available for Safari that offer auto-refresh options. These extensions allow you to set a timer and refresh the page automatically at set intervals. However, be aware that auto-refreshing can put a strain on your browser performance and internet speed. Use this option wisely and with discretion.

Troubleshooting Refresh Issues in Safari

While refreshing a page on Safari is usually a straightforward task, there may be times when you experience issues. Some common issues and their solutions include:

Clearing Cache and Cookies

Caching temporary files and cookies can improve browsing speed and performance, but it can also create problems. Clearing cache and cookies can often fix issues caused by outdated data. To do this, click on Safari in the menu bar, select Preferences, and choose the Privacy tab. From there, click Manage Website Data and select Remove All. This will clear all cache, cookies, and website data on your browser.

Disabling Browser Extensions

Browser extensions can sometimes cause issues with refreshing pages in Safari. Disabling extensions one at a time can help you identify the extension causing the problem. From the Safari menu, select Preferences, click on Extensions, and disable the extensions one by one until you find the culprit.

Updating Safari to the Latest Version

Keeping your browser up-to-date is crucial for optimal performance and resolving issues. To update Safari, click on the Apple menu and select App Store. From there, click the Updates tab and install any available updates for Safari.

Resetting Safari Settings

If none of the previous solutions work, resetting Safari to its default settings may help. From the Safari menu, select Reset Safari and choose the items you want to reset. This can include cache, history, autofill data, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions about Refreshing Pages in Safari

Can i refresh multiple tabs at once.

Yes. To refresh multiple tabs at once, hold down the Shift key and select each tab you want to reload. Then, either click the Refresh button or press Command and R on your keyboard.

How to Stop a Page from Auto-Refreshing?

When a page is set to auto-refresh, you may want to stop it from doing so. To do this, click on the Stop button located next to the Refresh button or press the Command and period (.) keys on your keyboard.

How to Refresh a Page without Losing Form Data?

It can be frustrating to lose form data or login information when refreshing a page. To avoid this, use the reload button in the browser's top bar. This will reload the page without clearing form data and login information. Alternatively, you can use a keyboard shortcut to reload the page, while holding down the Shift key.

Now that you know the benefits and methods of refreshing pages on Safari, you can improve your browsing experience and troubleshoot any issues you may encounter. By using the right methods and making use of all available resources, you can ensure that your browser is performing at its best. Remember to stay on top of updates and to clear your cache and cookies regularly to ensure that you are always receiving up-to-date information and content.

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How to clear Safari’s cache and cookies on Mac

There are a handful of situations when clearing Safari’s cookies or cache–one of the places where Safari stores website data to avoid having to download it afresh each time you access a site–can help improve your browsing experience.

The first is when websites simply stop working when you access them on Safari. Perhaps Facebook stops updating with new posts, for example, or the images on a site don’t appear as they should. If this happens, it’s likely the cache has become corrupted.

Alternatively, if you find that personal info automatically completed on sites isn’t correct, deleting cookies can help. These are small files that sites use to save data about you and what you do on the site.

Even if none of these problems affect you, periodically cleaning browser data can help protect your privacy from snoops who want to discover what you’ve been up to online. In this article, therefore, we explain how to clear Safari’s cache and cookies on Mac.

We also have an article that explains How to clear cache on a Mac.

How to clear Safari cookies and cache for websites

Cleaning cookies and the cache data for individual sites can be done via Safari’s Settings/Preferences.

• Open Safari
• Click on Safari in the menu at the top of the screen.
• Click on Settings or Preferences (depending on the version of macOS you are running).
• Go to the Privacy tab.
• Click on Manage Website Data…
• Choose Remove All or select websites individually to remove.

After the data is loaded you’ll probably see a long list of websites. You can choose to Remove All or just select individual websites you want to remove from this list. If you want to select a number of different sites you can click on one and then press and hold the Command key to select a second, third or fourth and so on. We recommend that you don’t select hundreds this way – it’s better to delete in batches just in case you have to start over.

If you would prefer to select all and then deselect the ones you want to keep you can do so. Use Command + A to select all, then press and hold Command while clicking on any website you are happy to keep in this list. Just click Remove afterwards, not Done, as that will just undo all your hard work.

There’s a search field you can use to track down individual sites.

Bear in mind that deleting cookies might remove autocompleted login usernames and passwords for sites, and will almost certainly log you out of that site if you’ve configured it to automatically log in each time you visit.

How to clear Safari cache

The hidden Safari Developer menu can be used to clear just the cache, leaving cookies and the browser history in place. This is a very useful diagnostic step to take before removing those two items if a website behaves badly.

If you just want to clear all your cache you can do so by following these steps:

• Open Safari.
• Click on Safari in menu bar at top of screen.
• Click on Settings/Preferences (depending on the version of macOS you are running).
• Click on the Advanced tab.
• Check the box beside Show Develop Menu in Menu Bar.
• Now there will be a new Develop tab in the menu at the top of your screen. Click on this.
• Click on Empty Caches.

Alternatively click on Option/Alt + Command + E.

Close any open Safari windows and select Empty Caches on the Develop menu. Then click File > New Window to start Safari with a clean cache.

How to remove autocomplete data from AutoFill

Safari’s AutoFill tool can fill in username and password details on websites as well as credit card details and other elements like your address and email details.

This can be really useful, but it can also be annoying if the data it fills in is incorrect or out of context. It’s also a problem when AutoFill helpfully enters old or incorrect passwords or emails and addresses.

You can change this data, or delete it by following these steps:

• Click on Safari.
• Click on Settings/Preferences.
• Choose the AutoFill tab.
• Here you can edit contact information, usernames and passwords, credit cards and other data. Click on Edit beside the category you want access to.
• You’ll need to enter your password or use Touch ID to gain access.

Delete incorrect data: If you are finding that Safari is autofilling incorrect data about you–your address, for example–click Edit beside Using information from my contacts. This will open up your Contacts app. Your card will be at the top or under My Card. You can add and amend data about you here.

Delete incorrect passwords and site logins: If you wanted to delete incorrect passwords, for example, you can just click on the Passwords tab. If you know which password you want to remove search for the website or service and then find the older password option (if there is more than one) and select it and then click on the – below the column to remove it. You can then select Delete Password. If that means there is no password saved for that website, you can then recreate the entry for the site by clicking the Add button. You’ll first need to provide the URL of the site (that is, something like https://facebook.com ), and then type the username and password alongside (hit the Tab key to move from field to field).

See: How to autofill passwords, bank cards, names and addresses for more.

Delete logins and passwords system-wide

Pruning site logins can also be done via the Keychain Access app, which you’ll find in the Utilities folder of the Applications list in Finder, although you should be very careful using this app because it pretty much controls the entire security operation of your Mac! However, by removing errant username and password entries here you’ll stop virtually all of your Mac apps using them, and not just Safari.

Just type the name of the site into the Search field, and look in the list of results for entries of the kind Web Form Password. Right-click the entry and select Delete.

If you want to delete your Chrome or Firefox cache, cookies or browsing history read: How to delete your Mac browsing history . For alternative web browsers take a look at: Best web browser for Mac.

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How to disable Safari auto-reloading pages

Safari is deciding at times to reload pages with the following message:

"This webpage was reloaded because it was using significant memory."

This varies between a minor and significant inconvenience for me. I have heard anecdotally that this also affects students attempting to fill out long quizzes/tests and they can lose all of their progress.

If this "feature" is going to exist, please at least allow us to opt-out of it.

I wanted to switch to Safari to enhance my privacy but am rather close to fully moving back to Chrome. I'd rather know that my browser is using an unnecessarily large amount of RAM than hope my page doesn't reloaded for arbitrary reasons.

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Posted on Feb 8, 2021 7:17 AM

Unfortunately that only treats a symptom of this problem and does not solve the problem.

Also, this doesn't even really treat the symptom. I have done this in the middle of watching a video, closed and reopened Safari, and then had Safari auto-reload the video 5 - 10 minutes later.

Doing this every 5 minutes is not realistic.

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Feb 8, 2021 5:37 AM in response to Konrad9

Enable Develop menu in the Safari menu bar.

https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/use-the-developer-tools-in-the-develop-menu-sfri20948/mac

Click "Develop" in the menubar and choose "Empty Caches".

Feb 8, 2021 7:31 AM in response to Konrad9

Yeah the same here and that's kinda unsolvable problem for now, I guess. But, hope it will be solved soon, so now try to use Chrome instead. It surely helps)

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How to clear cache and hard reload browsers

A cache is a collection of web pages, including the texts, images and most other media contained on them, that is stored on your hard drive or phone storage. Having a local copy of a webpage helps to quickly load the page on your next visit because your system or device doesn’t have to download the same information again from the internet.

Cached data in the browser sounds great, so why do you ever have to clear it?

You certainly don’t have to, not as a regular part of computer or smartphone maintenance, anyways. However, a few good reasons to clear the cache are

• Clearing your cache forces your browser to retrieve the newest copy available from the website, which should happen automatically but sometimes does not.
• You might also want to clear your cache if you face issues like 404 or 502 errors, sometimes indicating that your browser’s cache is corrupted.
• Another reason to delete your browser’s cache data would be to free up space on your hard drive. Over time, the cache can grow up in space and so clearing it would add to more productive space.

If you are making frequent changes to a web page, the caching mechanism can cause confusion. Some changed elements on the page may load, and some may not because your browser is still using the older, cached version of the site rather than the updated version.

To troubleshoot this, you can try hard reloading the browser which allows to bypass the cache on your system and re-download everything for the web page, thereby ensuring that you are viewing the most recent version of the web page.

In Windows, the shortcut for this is Control+F5 . On a Mac, the shortcut is Command+Shift+R .

Using developer tools

One of the ways to clear cache and hard reload the browsers without going through the browser menu is to use the browser’s built-in developer tools. This process is usually quicker than the browser-recommended process.

Using Chrome developer tools

Assuming you have the Chrome browser window opened, press Control+Shift+I on Windows and Command+Option+I on MacOS. This opens the Chrome developer tools. When the developer tools console is open, right-click on the Reload button. A drop-down menu with three options is displayed:

• Normal reload
• Hard reload
• Empty cache and hard reload

Normal reload – Uses cached data. Press F5 to initiate normal reload.

Hard reload – Forces browser to re-download items and reload. It is possible that used resources may come from a cached version. Press Control+F5 or Control+Shift+R to initiate a hard reload.

Empty cache and hard reload – Cache for the page is cleared completely, and everything will be re-downloaded.

Using Firefox developer tools

With Firefox browser open, press Shift+F2 to open the developer toolbar. This usually appears at the bottom of the browser window. Next type “appcache clear”, then Enter, to clear the cache.

Using Safari Developer Tools

To enable the clearing of cache and hard reloading in Safari for Mac, use the shortcut combination Shift+Command+R on the Safari Web Inspector. To force clear a single page’s cache, click on the Reload option on the browser while holding the shift key in the address or search bar. It focusses only on that specific page.

Clearing the browser cache is quite simple to carry out in different browsers. Let’s have a look at some of them.

Chrome: Clear browsing data

In Google Chrome, clearing the browser cache is done via the Clear Browsing Data area from Settings .

To clear cache on the Chrome browser, follow the steps mentioned below:

• Tap on the three dots in the top right corner of the browser window.
• Choose More tools and click on Clear browsing data .
• Select Cached images and files , and Cookies and other site data . Click on Clear data .

In case you are using a mobile browser,

• Tap on the three dots at the top right corner of the mobile browser.
• Move to Settings > Privacy > Clear browsing data .
• Select Cached images and files and Cookies and site data . Click on Clear data .

Choose the time range at the top of the Clear browsing data section to initiate the process.

The keyboard shortcut for clearing browser cache data for Chrome is Control+Shift+Delete on Windows and Command+Shift+Delete on macOS.

Internet Explorer: Delete browsing history

In Microsoft Internet Explorer, clearing cache is done via the Delete browsing history option.

To clear browsing history on Internet Explorer:

• Open the browser and go to Tools at the top right corner.
• Tap on Safety , followed by Delete browsing history .
• Select Temporary internet files and website files and click on Delete .

To clear the cache from the mobile browser, follow the steps mentioned below:

• Choose Internet Explorer from the apps list.
• Tap on the ellipses (three horizontal dots) at the bottom right corner of the screen.
• Scroll down and tap on Settings .
• Choose the delete history option.
• Tap on the delete button to confirm.

Like other browsers, the keyboard shortcut for clearing of cache in Internet Explorer is Control+Shift+Delete .

Firefox: Clear recent history

In Mozilla’s Firefox browser, you clear the cache from the Clear recent history area in the browser’s options.

Follow the below steps to clear the cache:

• Tap on the Hamburger icon (three horizontal lines) at the top right corner of the browser and choose Library .
• Choose History and then select Clear recent history .
• A pop-up emerges. You can choose the time range to clear the cache. You can also choose the type of data you want to clear from the Details drop-down.

For the Firefox mobile browser, follow the steps mentioned below:

• Tap on the three dots at the top right corner of your mobile screen and then choose Settings .
• Choose Delete browsing data .
• Among the available options, choose Cache and click on Clear data .

Firefox Focus is another mobile browser from Firefox that allows clearing the cache using the Erase button on the bottom-right of the app.

Safari: Empty caches

In Apple’s Safari browser, the cache is cleared from the Develop menu. From the menu, choose the option Empty Caches .

If you don’t see Develop on your Safari menu, enable it via Safari > Preferences , then Advanced , followed by selecting the Show develop menu in the menu bar option.

Clearing the browser cache from the mobile Safari, like the one on your iPhone or iPad, is accomplished in the Settings app.

• On your device, open the Settings app and find the Safari section.
• Scroll towards the bottom and tap Clear history and Website data . Click Confirm to proceed.

The keyboard shortcut for clearing browser cache data on Safari is Option+Command+E .

Opera: Clear Browsing Data

Clearing the cache in Opera is done via the Clear browsing data option that is part of Settings .

• Open the browser and from the Settings, Privacy and Security section, select Clear browsing data .
• Check the option Cached images and files and click on Clear browsing data to confirm.

To clear the cache from the mobile Opera browser, follow the steps mentioned below:

• Tap on the Opera icon in the bottom right corner.
• Navigate to Settings (Gear icon) > Clear browsing data to choose what to delete: saved passwords, browsing history, cookies and data or all of them.

The keyboard shortcut for clearing the cache data in Opera is Control+Shift+Delete on Windows and Command+Shift+Delete on Mac.

Edge: Clear browsing data

In Microsoft’s Edge browser, included in Windows 10, cache is cleared via the Clear browsing data menu.

On the Edge browser,

• Tap on the three dots at the top right corner and choose Settings .
• Go to Clear browsing data and click on Choose what to clear option.
• Select the option Cached data and files and hit Clear .

On the Edge mobile browser,

• Tap on the three dots at the bottom right corner and choose Settings > Privacy > Clear browsing data .
• Check the option Cached images and files and hit Clear .

The keyboard shortcut for clearing the cache data in Edge is Control+Shift+Delete .

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iPhone User Guide

• iPhone models compatible with iOS 17
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• iPhone 11 Pro
• iPhone 11 Pro Max
• iPhone SE (2nd generation)
• iPhone 12 mini
• iPhone 12 Pro
• iPhone 12 Pro Max
• iPhone 13 mini
• iPhone 13 Pro
• iPhone 13 Pro Max
• iPhone SE (3rd generation)
• iPhone 14 Plus
• iPhone 14 Pro
• iPhone 14 Pro Max
• iPhone 15 Plus
• iPhone 15 Pro
• iPhone 15 Pro Max
• Setup basics
• Make your iPhone your own
• Take great photos and videos
• Keep in touch with friends and family
• Share features with your family
• Use iPhone for your daily routines
• Expert advice from Apple Support
• What’s new in iOS 17
• Turn on and set up iPhone
• Wake, unlock, and lock
• Set up cellular service
• Use Dual SIM
• Connect to the internet
• Sign in with Apple ID
• Subscribe to iCloud+
• Find settings
• Set up mail, contacts, and calendar accounts
• Learn the meaning of the status icons
• Charge the battery
• Charge with cleaner energy sources
• Show the battery percentage
• Check battery health and usage
• Use Low Power Mode
• Read and bookmark the user guide
• Learn basic gestures
• Learn gestures for iPhone models with Face ID
• Adjust the volume
• Silence iPhone
• Find your apps in App Library
• Switch between open apps
• Quit and reopen an app
• Multitask with Picture in Picture
• Access features from the Lock Screen
• Use the Dynamic Island
• Perform quick actions
• Search on iPhone
• Get information about your iPhone
• View or change cellular data settings
• Travel with iPhone
• Change sounds and vibrations
• Use the Action button on iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max
• Create a custom Lock Screen
• Change the wallpaper
• Adjust the screen brightness and color balance
• Keep the iPhone display on longer
• Use StandBy
• Customize the text size and zoom setting
• Change the name of your iPhone
• Change the date and time
• Change the language and region
• Organize your apps in folders
• Add, edit, and remove widgets
• Move apps and widgets on the Home Screen
• Remove or delete apps
• Use and customize Control Center
• Change or lock the screen orientation
• View and respond to notifications
• Change notification settings
• Set up a Focus
• Allow or silence notifications for a Focus
• Turn a Focus on or off
• Stay focused while driving
• Customize sharing options
• Type with the onscreen keyboard
• Dictate text
• Select and edit text
• Use predictive text
• Use text replacements
• Add or change keyboards
• Add emoji and stickers
• Take a screenshot
• Take a screen recording
• Draw in documents
• Add text, shapes, signatures, and more
• Fill out forms and sign documents
• Use Live Text to interact with content in a photo or video
• Use Visual Look Up to identify objects in your photos and videos
• Lift a subject from the photo background
• Subscribe to Apple Arcade
• Play with friends in Game Center
• Connect a game controller
• Use App Clips
• Update apps
• View or cancel subscriptions
• Manage purchases, settings, and restrictions
• Install and manage fonts
• Buy books and audiobooks
• Annotate books
• Access books on other Apple devices
• Listen to audiobooks
• Set reading goals
• Organize books
• Create and edit events in Calendar
• Send invitations
• Reply to invitations
• Change how you view events
• Search for events
• Change calendar and event settings
• Schedule or display events in a different time zone
• Keep track of events
• Use multiple calendars
• Use the Holidays calendar
• Share iCloud calendars
• Camera basics
• Set up your shot
• Apply Photographic Styles
• Take Live Photos
• Take Burst mode shots
• Take a selfie
• Take panoramic photos
• Take macro photos and videos
• Take portraits
• Take Night mode photos
• Take Apple ProRAW photos
• Adjust the shutter volume
• Adjust HDR camera settings
• Record videos
• Record spatial videos for Apple Vision Pro
• Record ProRes videos
• Record videos in Cinematic mode
• Change video recording settings
• Save camera settings
• Customize the Main camera lens
• Change advanced camera settings
• View, share, and print photos
• Use Live Text
• Scan a QR code
• See the world clock
• Set an alarm
• Change the next wake up alarm
• Use the stopwatch
• Use multiple timers
• Add and use contact information
• Edit contacts
• Add your contact info
• Use NameDrop on iPhone to share your contact info
• Use other contact accounts
• Use Contacts from the Phone app
• Merge or hide duplicate contacts
• Export contacts
• Get started with FaceTime
• Make FaceTime calls
• Receive FaceTime calls
• Create a FaceTime link
• Take a Live Photo
• Turn on Live Captions in a FaceTime call
• Use other apps during a call
• Make a Group FaceTime call
• View participants in a grid
• Use SharePlay to watch, listen, and play together
• Share your screen in a FaceTime call
• Collaborate on a document in FaceTime
• Use video conferencing features
• Hand off a FaceTime call to another Apple device
• Change the FaceTime video settings
• Change the FaceTime audio settings
• Change your appearance
• Leave a call or switch to Messages
• Block unwanted callers
• Report a call as spam
• Connect external devices or servers
• Modify files, folders, and downloads
• Search for files and folders
• Organize files and folders
• Set up iCloud Drive
• Share files and folders in iCloud Drive
• Use an external storage device, a file server, or a cloud storage service
• Share your location
• Meet up with a friend
• Send your location via satellite
• Add or remove a friend
• Locate a friend
• Get notified when friends change their location
• Notify a friend when your location changes
• Turn off Find My
• Add your iPhone
• Add your iPhone Wallet with MagSafe
• Get notified if you leave a device behind
• Locate a device
• Mark a device as lost
• Erase a device
• Remove a device
• Add an AirTag
• Share an AirTag or other item in Find My on iPhone
• Add a third-party item
• Get notified if you leave an item behind
• Locate an item
• Mark an item as lost
• Remove an item
• Adjust map settings
• Get started with Fitness
• Track daily activity and change your move goal
• See your activity summary
• Sync a third-party workout app
• Change fitness notifications
• Share your activity
• Subscribe to Apple Fitness+
• Find Apple Fitness+ workouts and meditations
• Start an Apple Fitness+ workout or meditation
• Create a Custom Plan in Apple Fitness+
• Work out together using SharePlay
• Change what’s on the screen during an Apple Fitness+ workout or meditation
• Download an Apple Fitness+ workout or meditation
• Get started with Freeform
• Create a Freeform board
• Draw or handwrite
• Apply consistent styles
• Position items on a board
• Search Freeform boards
• Share and collaborate
• Delete and recover boards
• Get started with Health
• Fill out your Health Details
• Intro to Health data
• View your health data
• Share your health data
• View health data shared by others
• Download health records
• View health records
• Monitor your walking steadiness
• Log menstrual cycle information
• View menstrual cycle predictions and history
• Track your medications
• Learn more about your medications
• Log your state of mind
• Take a mental health assessment
• Set up a schedule for a Sleep Focus
• Turn off alarms and delete sleep schedules
• Add or change sleep schedules
• Turn Sleep Focus on or off
• Change your wind down period, sleep goal, and more
• View your sleep history
• Check your headphone levels
• Use audiogram data
• Register as an organ donor
• Back up your Health data
• Intro to Home
• Upgrade to the new Home architecture
• Set up accessories
• Control accessories
• Control your home using Siri
• Use Grid Forecast to plan your energy usage
• Set up HomePod
• Control your home remotely
• Create and use scenes
• Use automations
• Set up security cameras
• Use Face Recognition
• Unlock your door with a home key
• Configure a router
• Invite others to control accessories
• Add more homes
• Get music, movies, and TV shows
• Get ringtones
• Manage purchases and settings
• Get started with Journal
• Write in your journal
• Review your past journal entries
• Change Journal settings
• Magnify nearby objects
• Change settings
• Detect people around you
• Detect doors around you
• Receive image descriptions of your surroundings
• Read aloud text and labels around you
• Set up shortcuts for Detection Mode
• Add and remove email accounts
• Set up a custom email domain
• Check your email
• Unsend email with Undo Send
• Reply to and forward emails
• Save an email draft
• Add email attachments
• Download email attachments
• Annotate email attachments
• Set email notifications
• Search for email
• Organize email in mailboxes
• Flag or block emails
• Filter emails
• Use Hide My Email
• Use Mail Privacy Protection
• Change email settings
• Delete and recover emails
• Add a Mail widget to your Home Screen
• Print emails
• Get travel directions
• Select other route options
• Find stops along your route
• View a route overview or a list of turns
• Change settings for spoken directions
• Get driving directions
• Get directions to your parked car
• Set up electric vehicle routing
• Report traffic incidents
• Get cycling directions
• Get walking directions
• Get transit directions
• Delete recent directions
• Get traffic and weather info
• Estimate travel time and ETA
• Download offline maps
• Search for places
• Find nearby attractions, restaurants, and services
• Get information about places
• Mark places
• Share places
• Rate places
• Save favorite places
• Explore new places with Guides
• Organize places in My Guides
• Clear location history
• Look around places
• Take Flyover tours
• Find your Maps settings
• Measure dimensions
• View and save measurements
• Measure a person’s height
• Use the level
• Set up Messages
• About iMessage
• Send and reply to messages
• Unsend and edit messages
• Keep track of messages
• Forward and share messages
• Group conversations
• Watch, listen, or play together using SharePlay
• Collaborate on projects
• Use iMessage apps
• Take and edit photos or videos
• Share photos, links, and more
• Send stickers
• Request, send, and receive payments
• Send and receive audio messages
• Animate messages
• Send and save GIFs
• Turn read receipts on or off
• Change notifications
• Block, filter, and report messages
• Delete messages and attachments
• Recover deleted messages
• View albums, playlists, and more
• Show song credits and lyrics
• Queue up your music
• Listen to broadcast radio
• Subscribe to Apple Music
• Play music together in the car with iPhone
• Listen to lossless music
• Listen to Dolby Atmos music
• Apple Music Sing
• Find new music
• Add music and listen offline
• Get personalized recommendations
• Listen to radio
• Search for music
• Create playlists
• See what your friends are listening to
• Use Siri to play music
• Change the way music sounds
• Get started with News
• Use News widgets
• See news stories chosen just for you
• Read stories
• Follow your favorite teams with My Sports
• Listen to Apple News Today
• Subscribe to Apple News+
• Browse and read Apple News+ stories and issues
• Use Offline Mode to read downloaded News content
• Manually download Apple News+ issues
• Listen to audio stories
• Solve puzzles in Apple News
• Solve crossword and crossword mini puzzles
• Solve Quartiles puzzles
• Search for news stories
• Save stories in News for later
• Subscribe to individual news channels
• Get started with Notes
• Add or remove accounts
• Create and format notes
• Draw or write
• Add photos, videos, and more
• Scan text and documents
• Work with PDFs
• Create Quick Notes
• Search notes
• Organize in folders
• Organize with tags
• Use Smart Folders
• Export or print notes
• Change Notes settings
• Make a call
• View and delete the call history
• Answer or decline incoming calls
• While on a call
• Have a conference or three-way call on iPhone
• Set up voicemail
• Check voicemail
• Change voicemail greeting and settings
• Select ringtones and vibrations
• Make calls using Wi-Fi
• Set up call forwarding
• Set up call waiting
• Block or avoid unwanted calls
• View photos and videos
• Play videos and slideshows
• Delete or hide photos and videos
• Edit photos and videos
• Trim video length and adjust slow motion
• Edit Cinematic mode videos
• Edit Live Photos
• Edit portraits
• Use photo albums
• Edit, share, and organize albums
• Filter and sort photos and videos in albums
• Make stickers from your photos
• Duplicate and copy photos and videos
• Merge duplicate photos and videos
• Search for photos
• Identify people and pets
• Browse photos by location
• Share photos and videos
• Share long videos
• View photos and videos shared with you
• Watch memories
• Personalize your memories
• Manage memories and featured photos
• Use iCloud Photos
• Create shared albums
• Add and remove people in a shared album
• Add and delete photos and videos in a shared album
• Set up or join an iCloud Shared Photo Library
• Add content to an iCloud Shared Photo Library
• Use iCloud Shared Photo Library
• Import and export photos and videos
• Print photos
• Find podcasts
• Listen to podcasts
• Follow your favorite podcasts
• Use the Podcasts widget
• Organize your podcast library
• Download, save, or share podcasts
• Subscribe to podcasts
• Listen to subscriber-only content
• Change download settings
• Make a grocery list
• Add items to a list
• Edit and manage a list
• Search and organize lists
• Work with templates
• Use Smart Lists
• Print reminders
• Use the Reminders widget
• Change Reminders settings
• Browse the web
• Search for websites
• Customize your Safari settings
• Change the layout
• Use Safari profiles
• Open and close tabs
• Organize your tabs
• View your Safari tabs from another Apple device
• Share Tab Groups
• Use Siri to listen to a webpage
• Bookmark favorite webpages
• Save pages to a Reading List
• Find links shared with you
• Annotate and save a webpage as a PDF
• Automatically fill in forms
• Get extensions
• Hide ads and distractions
• Clear your cache and cookies
• Browse the web privately
• Use passkeys in Safari
• Check stocks
• Manage multiple watchlists
• Read business news
• Add earnings reports to your calendar
• Use a Stocks widget
• Translate text, voice, and conversations
• Translate text in apps
• Translate with the camera view
• Subscribe to Apple TV+, MLS Season Pass, or an Apple TV channel
• Add your TV provider
• Get shows, movies, and more
• Watch sports
• Watch Major League Soccer with MLS Season Pass
• Control playback
• Manage your library
• Change the settings
• Make a recording
• Play it back
• Edit or delete a recording
• Keep recordings up to date
• Organize recordings
• Search for or rename a recording
• Share a recording
• Duplicate a recording
• Keep cards and passes in Wallet
• Set up Apple Pay
• Use Apple Pay for contactless payments
• Use Apple Pay in apps and on the web
• Track your orders
• Use Apple Cash
• Use Apple Card
• Use Savings
• Pay for transit
• Access your home, hotel room, and vehicle
• Add identity cards
• Use COVID-19 vaccination cards
• Check your Apple Account balance
• Use Express Mode
• Organize your Wallet
• Remove cards or passes
• Check the weather
• Check the weather in other locations
• View weather maps
• Manage weather notifications
• Use Weather widgets
• Learn the weather icons
• Find out what Siri can do
• Tell Siri about yourself
• Have Siri announce calls and notifications
• Add Siri Shortcuts
• About Siri Suggestions
• Use Siri in your car
• Change Siri settings
• Contact emergency services
• Use Emergency SOS via satellite
• Request Roadside Assistance via satellite
• Set up and view your Medical ID
• Use Check In
• Manage Crash Detection
• Reset privacy and security settings in an emergency
• Set up Family Sharing
• Add Family Sharing members
• Remove Family Sharing members
• Share subscriptions
• Share purchases
• Share locations with family and locate lost devices
• Set up Apple Cash Family and Apple Card Family
• Set up parental controls
• Set up a child’s device
• Get started with Screen Time
• Protect your vision health with Screen Distance
• Set up Screen Time
• Set communication and safety limits and block inappropriate content
• Set up Screen Time for a family member
• Charging cable
• Power adapters
• MagSafe chargers and battery packs
• MagSafe cases and sleeves
• Qi-certified wireless chargers
• Use AirPods
• Use EarPods
• Apple Watch
• Wirelessly stream videos and photos to Apple TV or a smart TV
• Connect to a display with a cable
• HomePod and other wireless speakers
• Pair Magic Keyboard
• Enter characters with diacritical marks
• Switch between keyboards
• Use shortcuts
• Choose an alternative keyboard layout
• Change typing assistance options
• External storage devices
• Bluetooth accessories
• Share your internet connection
• Allow phone calls on your iPad and Mac
• Use iPhone as a webcam
• Hand off tasks between devices
• Cut, copy, and paste between iPhone and other devices
• Stream video or mirror the screen of your iPhone
• Start SharePlay instantly
• Use AirDrop to send items
• Connect iPhone and your computer with a cable
• Transfer files between devices
• Transfer files with email, messages, or AirDrop
• Transfer files or sync content with the Finder or iTunes
• Automatically keep files up to date with iCloud
• Intro to CarPlay
• Connect to CarPlay
• Use your vehicle’s built-in controls
• Get turn-by-turn directions
• Change the map view
• Make phone calls
• View your calendar
• Send and receive text messages
• Announce incoming text messages
• Play podcasts
• Play audiobooks
• Listen to news stories
• Control your home
• Use other apps with CarPlay
• Rearrange icons on CarPlay Home
• Change settings in CarPlay
• Get started with accessibility features
• Turn on accessibility features for setup
• Change Siri accessibility settings
• Open features with Accessibility Shortcut
• Change color and brightness
• Make text easier to read
• Reduce onscreen motion
• Customize per-app visual settings
• Hear what’s on the screen or typed
• Hear audio descriptions
• Turn on and practice VoiceOver
• Change your VoiceOver settings
• Use VoiceOver gestures
• Operate iPhone when VoiceOver is on
• Control VoiceOver using the rotor
• Use the onscreen keyboard
• Write with your finger
• Keep the screen off
• Use VoiceOver with an Apple external keyboard
• Use a braille display
• Type braille on the screen
• Customize gestures and keyboard shortcuts
• Use VoiceOver with a pointer device
• Use VoiceOver for images and videos
• Use VoiceOver in apps
• Use AssistiveTouch
• Adjust how iPhone responds to your touch
• Use Reachability
• Auto-answer calls
• Turn off vibration
• Change Face ID and attention settings
• Use Voice Control
• Adjust the side or Home button
• Use Apple TV Remote buttons
• Adjust pointer settings
• Adjust keyboard settings
• Control iPhone with an external keyboard
• Adjust AirPods settings
• Turn on Apple Watch Mirroring
• Control a nearby Apple device
• Intro to Switch Control
• Set up and turn on Switch Control
• Select items, perform actions, and more
• Control several devices with one switch
• Use hearing devices
• Use Live Listen
• Use sound recognition
• Set up and use RTT and TTY
• Flash the indicator light for notifications
• Adjust audio settings
• Play background sounds
• Display subtitles and captions
• Show transcriptions for Intercom messages
• Get live captions of spoken audio
• Type to speak
• Record a Personal Voice
• Lock iPhone to one app with Guided Access
• Use built-in privacy and security protections
• Set a passcode
• Set up Face ID
• Set up Touch ID
• Control access to information on the Lock Screen
• Keep your Apple ID secure
• Use passkeys to sign in to apps and websites
• Sign in with Apple
• Share passwords
• Automatically fill in strong passwords
• Change weak or compromised passwords
• View your passwords and related information
• Share passkeys and passwords securely with AirDrop
• Make your passkeys and passwords available on all your devices
• Automatically fill in verification codes
• Automatically fill in SMS passcodes
• Sign in with fewer CAPTCHA challenges
• Use two-factor authentication
• Use security keys
• Manage information sharing with Safety Check
• Control app tracking permissions
• Control the location information you share
• Control access to information in apps
• Control how Apple delivers advertising to you
• Control access to hardware features
• Create and manage Hide My Email addresses
• Protect your web browsing with iCloud Private Relay
• Use a private network address
• Use Advanced Data Protection
• Use Lockdown Mode
• Use Stolen Device Protection
• Receive warnings about sensitive content
• Use Contact Key Verification
• Turn iPhone on or off
• Force restart iPhone
• Back up iPhone
• Reset iPhone settings
• Restore all content from a backup
• Restore purchased and deleted items
• Sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone
• Erase iPhone
• Install or remove configuration profiles
• Important safety information
• Important handling information
• Find more resources for software and service
• FCC compliance statement
• ISED Canada compliance statement
• Ultra Wideband information
• Class 1 Laser information
• Apple and the environment
• Disposal and recycling information
• Unauthorized modification of iOS

Clear your cache and cookies on iPhone

Note: Clearing your browsing history in Safari doesn’t clear any browsing histories kept independently by websites you visited, or your browsing history in other apps.

Below Clear Timeframe, choose how much of your browsing history to clear.

Note: If you have Safari profiles set up, select a profile to clear only the history of that profile, or select All Profiles.

Tap Clear History.