safari extension reload tab

Total Refresh for Safari 4+

Reload all your tabs at once, william walker.

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Description.

Reload all browser tabs in Safari at the click of a button! This extension allows you to choose between refreshing 1) only the current tab 2) all tabs in current window and 3) all tabs across all browser windows.

Version 2.0

This update fixes a serious bug where tab thumbnails would not be reloaded. Please send any feedback to: [email protected]

Ratings and Reviews

Inconsistent.

Doesn’t seem to reload all tabs in a tab group when the tab group hasn’t been refreshed in a while. Have to manually refresh all tabs one by one before it starts working again.

Developer Response ,

I've recently updated the app with some bug fixes. If you still experience problems, please send me an email at: [email protected]

Good start, just a few thoughts...

Works fine with the latest Safari as of this writing. It works as a task that goes through each open tab one-by-one and refreshes them, but it didn't get all the way through all my open tabs and stopped short of the last 5 or 6 -- so it would be nice if it could get through those. Additionally, it would be nice if there were a rate limiter, becasue all my tab refreshes were on the same site and I think the site wasn't happy about that. So, if there were a way to slow down the refresh rate per tab, or only do X number at a time before taking a break and then moving on again, that would be awesome. Ideally, it could do all this in the background as before, but generally it works for what you need to do and I assume it will only get better over time.

you cannot set a specific time to reload a single tab

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8 Great Safari Extensions for Bookmark and Tab Management

Whether you need assistance managing tons of bookmarks or regularly work with many open tabs at once, these tools can lighten your load.

Although browsers have evolved to become more fast, secure, and effective, they have not adapted well to meet the challenge of managing a large amount of information. The users of web browsers today swim in a sea of mess of unorganized tabs and bookmarks.

Browser extensions or add-ons improve the browsing experience by letting you group related tabs, save reference links with proper metadata, and selectively curate your topics of interest. We’ll explore some Safari extensions to manage bookmarks or if you work with many tabs at once.

Note: Legacy Safari extensions are no longer supported from macOS Catalina. Apple has migrated from the traditional extension mechanism to Web Extension, similar to those you find in Chrome Web Store.

Be the Boss of Your Bookmarks

You save links to articles, items you want to buy, news sources you want to track, and other favorites all the time. But when it comes to accessing the bookmarks, the disorganized folder makes it tough to find the links . These useful extensions can help you get to the sites you want quickly and easily.

1. Raindrop.io

Raindrop.io is a vibrant bookmark manager that stores your bookmarks online. What this means is that your bookmarks sync across the devices without any limitations put by the browser-controlled ecosystem. You can save any webpage, organize them in different collections, and add tags. It’s also possible to mark your favorites, nest folder, sort bookmarks by date, name, or site.

You can search bookmarks by details, URL, tag, type, date, or cached content. When you have many tabs open, click Tabs located in the bottom-left corner of a window. The saved tabs will have a tag with the date. The Pro version of Raindrop.io automatically creates a cached copy of your bookmarks. So even if a link is dead, you can still access them on the site.

Download : Save to Raindrop.io (Free, subscription available)

2. G App Launcher

G App Launcher is the extension to access Google sites and services. At first thought, you might think, why would anyone need this add-on when many Google apps are a click or press away. It gives you access to some rare Google services you might not have heard of, but might come helpful in many situations.

For example, you can create a shortcut of Google Trends, Scholar, Jobs on Google, Opinion Rewards, Play Academy, Flights, Advanced Search, Google Design, Research, and much more. In addition, you can create custom shortcuts for any websites.

Click the Settings button to see the list of available shortcuts on the left, and to the right is the panel for your shortcuts. Now drag-and-drop the bookmarks from left panel to the right. You can even sort your selection via the Sort button.

Download : G App Launcher (Free)

3. GoodLinks

GoodLinks is a read-it later and bookmarking app. While it offers functionality similar to Raindrop.io, the app uses Cloudkit to sync articles across your Apple devices. It extracts the article text and offers you different customization options to provide a wonderful reading experience.

To get started, click the extension icon, add a tag or summary, then click Add . When you open the app, you’ll see an organized view of your saved pages. You can categorize pages into Unread, Starred, Untagged, and Read. GoodLinks has extensive support of Siri Shortcuts, URL scheme, and beautiful widgets to quickly access your article list.

Download : GoodLinks ($4.99)

Tackle Too Many Tabs

While tabs have become an integral part of how people navigate the web, they continue to represent as simple, ordered lists of pages with limited contextual cues and understanding of high-level tasks. If you're looking for a Safari tab manager, these extensions can help you organize tabs, prevent tab clutter, and cut distractions.

1. Safari Tab Groups

Most of us switch between several tabs during an average browsing session, and keeping them organized is not easy. The Safari Tab Groups feature lets you bundle relevant tabs together and switch between them whenever necessary. You can label Tab Groups with custom names to identify them, and use them in various ways.

For example, you can tab group per topic (Finance, Health), project (Clients, Freelancing), or type. To get started, follow our guide on using Safari tabs for Mac . Any tab group you create sync across your Apple devices, allow some degree of organization to prevent clutter, and personalization. Depending upon your use case and goal for browsing, there are differences between bookmarks and tab groups .

2. Tab Space

Imagine you’re doing research for a project. After browsing through a dozen or more links, you got some great information you want to reference later on. Since you haven’t taken any action, you can save these tabs in a separate session. That’s the primary role of the Tab Space extension.

It provides an intuitive workspace to see your saved sessions with the date and time stamps. The colorful buttons at the top-right open your tabs in bulk and automatically remove them from the session list. Or, you can export the tabs as Text, HTML, Markdown, and as a backup file.

While saving tabs, you can set options to ignore pinned, duplicate, or include tabs from all windows. For each session, you can edit tab titles, tag, or merge tabs with the earlier session. The built-in shortcuts and context menu integration further simplify the interaction with browser tabs. For example, press Ctrl +F or Ctrl + C to open your tabs in Firefox or Chrome.

Download : Tab Space ($2)

Tabz is a useful utility that aggregate tabs from Safari and Chrome in a simple list that you can filter and navigate quickly. If you use multiple browsers with a specific purpose, say Chrome for work and Safari for personal use, then this add-on can save time and mental energy. The add-on merge tabs from the same domain, even if the web pages are open in different browsers.

The add-on goes one step ahead to help you focus on the work. To do this, add a domain ( More > Allowed During Focus ) to the list and click Start Focus Session . If you try to open a website not included in the list, it will automatically close during the focus period. Go to Preferences to include more browsers like Brave, Microsoft Edge, and Safari Technology Preview.

Download : Tabz (Free)

OneTab for Safari is a simple extension that converts your open tabs into a single bookmark tab. By doing this, it achieves three goals: reduce tab overload, memory usage, and gives you ability to share links for reference/with other users.

You can drag-and-drop tabs in your OneTab list to reorder them, or set a name to the tab group to further categorize them. If you want to know more, here’s our complete guide on managing multiple tabs in your browser with OneTab .

Download : OneTab (Free)

5. Tabby the Copycat

Tabby is an open-source extension that gives you titled, readable links for all open tabs to your clipboard with one click. If you’re in a hurry to preserve a big research session for email or notes, then this add-on can come useful.

The extension is deeply integrated into the context menu. Right-click anywhere on the Safari to close duplicate tabs, copy links for tabs to the right or left, or all open Safari windows.

Download : Tabby the Copycat (Free)

These Tab Organizers for Safari Will Boost Your Productivity

Bookmarks can get messy, the thought of organizing them can feel like a huge task. Tab overload is a real problem, and the relatively static web browser interface is no longer sufficient for today’s complex online tasks.

With these extensions, you can minimize the problem of tab or bookmark management to a certain extent. Apart from this, the Safari browser offers you many features. Follow our guide to learn some essential tips and tricks.

Use Safari extensions on your Mac

Safari extensions enhance and customize the browsing experience on your Mac. Here's how to install them, uninstall them, or share them across devices.

Safari extensions add functionality to Safari, so you can explore the web the way you want. Extensions can show helpful information about a webpage, display news headlines, help you use your favorite services, change the appearance of webpages, and much more. Extensions are a great way to personalize your browsing experience.

Install extensions

Turn on extensions, turn off extensions, uninstall extensions, share extensions across devices.

Use the App Store to conveniently download and install Safari extensions. All extensions in the App Store are reviewed, signed, and hosted by Apple for your security, and they're automatically kept up to date.

Start by installing the latest macOS updates to make sure that Safari is up to date. You need Safari 12 or later to get Safari extensions from the App Store.

Open Safari and choose Safari > Safari Extensions from the menu bar.

The App Store opens to the Safari Extensions page. To download and install an extension, click Get or click the price. You might be asked to sign in with your Apple ID.

Click Install.

After the extension is installed, click Open and follow the onscreen instructions provided by the extension.

After installing an extension, follow these steps to turn it on.

Choose Safari > Settings (or Preferences).

Click Extensions.

Select the checkbox next to the extension's name. Learn what to do if you can't turn on extensions .

If you're browsing privately, or using a profile or web app

When browsing in a private window in macOS Sonoma or later, all extensions that require website access are turned off by default. To use an extension when browsing privately:

Choose Safari > Settings.

Select the extension in the sidebar, then select “Allow in Private Browsing” on the right.

Whether or not you're browsing privately, you can also restrict the extension's access to certain websites. Click the Edit Websites button to view the extension in Websites settings. From there you can allow access, deny access, or require that websites ask you for access.

When using Safari profiles , extensions for the default profile are managed in the main Extensions tab of Safari settings. Extensions for other profiles are managed in the Profiles tab, which has its own Extensions tab for each profile. By default, extensions are turned off for each new profile.

Choose Safari > Settings (or Preferences), then click Extensions.

To turn off an extension, deselect its checkbox.

If you can't determine what an extension does, or you don't expect to use it again, you should uninstall it.

To uninstall an extension, select the extension and click the Uninstall button.

Starting with macOS Ventura, iOS 16, and iPadOS 16, you can share extensions across your Mac, iPhone, and iPad:

On your Mac, open Safari and choose Safari > Settings, then click Extensions. Select “Share across devices” at the bottom of the window.

On your iPhone or iPad, go to Settings > Safari > Extensions, then turn on Share Across Devices.

To uninstall an extension from all devices, you must uninstall it on each device.

Safari no longer supports most web plug-ins. To load webpages more quickly, save energy, and strengthen security, Safari is optimized for content that uses the HTML5 web standard, which doesn't require a plug-in. To enhance and customize your browsing experience, use Safari extensions instead of web plug-ins.

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♦ Safari Tab Reloader

Release Notes v. 1.5.2

• Fixed confused countdown timer when reloading is re-enabled after a data entry pause.

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Known Issues

• If you get rid of Safari Tab Reloader's toolbar button (through customize toolbar), the extension won't work properly
• It appears that marking tab titles with ♦ does not reliably work for all web pages. This looks like a Safari bug and I don't think we can do anything about it other than filing a bug report with Apple (which we did).

• Remembers vertical and horizontal scroll positions for reloaded pages
• Automatically pauses reloading on pages you have entered text on (so you won't lose your work)
• Allows you to enable or disable reloading for individual tabs, or for all the tabs in a window

Installation

• In Safari Preferences, enable Extensions
• Download Safari Tab Reloader at right.
• Open the downloaded file to install.

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Auto Refresh Safari Extension

Use Auto Refresh to set Safari to automatically reload on its own. Perfect for web development and monitoring online auctions, announcements and news.

One Auto Refresh timer is created for every Safari window. Each timer will refresh the active tab in its window.

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• Slicker, flatter UI
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• Customize the default interval
• Customize extension bar color
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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 Refresh Safari On Mac

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Introduction

Safari is a powerful and versatile web browser that comes pre-installed on Mac computers, offering a seamless and intuitive browsing experience. However, over time, you may encounter issues such as slow performance, unresponsive tabs, or unexpected crashes. When these issues arise, it may be time to refresh Safari to optimize its performance and ensure a smooth browsing experience.

Refreshing Safari involves clearing browsing data, disabling extensions, and updating the browser to the latest version. This process can help resolve various issues, including sluggishness, frequent crashes, and unresponsiveness. By following a few simple steps, you can refresh Safari and enjoy a faster, more reliable browsing experience on your Mac.

In this guide, we will walk you through the process of refreshing Safari on your Mac, providing step-by-step instructions to help you optimize the browser's performance. Whether you're a seasoned Mac user or new to the platform, these straightforward steps will enable you to refresh Safari and address common browsing issues effectively.

By taking the time to refresh Safari, you can enhance its stability, speed, and overall functionality, ensuring that you can browse the web with ease and confidence. So, let's dive into the steps and revitalize your Safari browsing experience on your Mac.

Step 1: Open Safari

To begin the process of refreshing Safari on your Mac, you'll first need to open the Safari browser. Safari is typically located in the Dock at the bottom of the screen, making it easily accessible. Alternatively, you can find it in the Applications folder within Finder. Once you've located the Safari icon, simply click on it to launch the browser.

Upon opening Safari, you'll be greeted by the familiar interface, featuring the address bar, bookmarks, and various navigation tools. If Safari was previously open, it will resume from where you left off, displaying any tabs or windows that were active during your last browsing session.

Opening Safari is the initial step in the process of refreshing the browser, setting the stage for the subsequent actions that will help optimize its performance. By ensuring that Safari is up and running, you can proceed to the next steps, which involve clearing browsing data, disabling extensions, and updating the browser to the latest version.

As you open Safari, take a moment to familiarize yourself with the browser's layout and features. This will enable you to navigate through the subsequent steps more efficiently, ensuring that you can address any browsing issues effectively. Whether you use Safari for casual web browsing, research, or work-related tasks, having a clear understanding of its interface will be beneficial as you proceed with the process of refreshing the browser.

With Safari now open on your Mac, you're ready to move on to the next step, which involves clearing browsing data to eliminate unnecessary clutter and optimize the browser's performance. This step is crucial in refreshing Safari and addressing common issues such as slow loading times and unresponsive tabs. By following the subsequent steps, you'll be able to revitalize Safari and enjoy a smoother, more efficient browsing experience on your Mac.

Step 2: Clear Browsing Data

Clearing browsing data is an essential step in refreshing Safari on your Mac. Over time, Safari accumulates temporary files, cookies, and browsing history, which can contribute to sluggish performance and unexpected behavior. By clearing this data, you can eliminate unnecessary clutter and optimize the browser's performance, resulting in faster loading times and improved responsiveness.

To clear browsing data in Safari, follow these simple steps:

Open Safari Preferences : Click on "Safari" in the top menu bar and select "Preferences." Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut "Command + ," to access Safari Preferences.

Navigate to the Privacy Tab : Within the Preferences window, click on the "Privacy" tab. Here, you'll find various options related to managing website data, cookies, and other browsing information.

Manage Website Data : To clear website data, click on the "Manage Website Data" button. This will display a list of websites that have stored data on your Mac. You can choose to remove individual website data or click "Remove All" to clear all stored data.

Manage Cookies and Website Data : In the Privacy tab, you can also manage cookies and website data. Click on the "Manage Website Data" button to view and remove stored cookies and website data.

Clear History : To clear your browsing history, navigate to the "History" tab within Safari Preferences. Click on "Clear History" and select the desired time range for which you want to clear the history. You can choose to clear the history from the last hour, today, today and yesterday, or all history.

By following these steps, you can effectively clear browsing data in Safari, decluttering the browser and optimizing its performance. This process helps remove unnecessary files and data that may be contributing to slow loading times, unresponsive tabs, and other browsing issues. Once you've cleared the browsing data, you're ready to proceed to the next step in refreshing Safari on your Mac.

Clearing browsing data is a proactive measure to maintain Safari's efficiency and ensure a seamless browsing experience. By regularly clearing browsing data, you can prevent the accumulation of unnecessary files and data, thereby optimizing Safari's performance and responsiveness. With the browsing data cleared, you're now prepared to move on to the next steps, including disabling extensions and updating Safari to the latest version, further enhancing the browser's functionality and stability.

Step 3: Disable Extensions

Disabling extensions is a crucial step in the process of refreshing Safari on your Mac. Browser extensions, also known as add-ons or plugins, are additional software components that enhance the functionality of the browser by adding features and customization options. While extensions can be valuable tools for improving productivity and enhancing the browsing experience, they can also contribute to performance issues and unexpected behavior in Safari.

To disable extensions in Safari, follow these steps:

Navigate to the Extensions Tab : Within the Preferences window, click on the "Extensions" tab. Here, you'll find a list of installed extensions, each accompanied by a checkbox to enable or disable the extension.

Disable Extensions : To disable an extension, simply uncheck the box next to the extension's name. This action effectively disables the extension, preventing it from running and impacting Safari's performance.

Remove Unnecessary Extensions : While in the Extensions tab, take the opportunity to review the list of installed extensions. If there are any unnecessary or unused extensions, consider removing them entirely by clicking on the extension and selecting "Uninstall."

Disabling extensions in Safari can help address various browsing issues, including slow performance, frequent crashes, and compatibility issues. By temporarily disabling extensions, you can assess their impact on Safari's performance and determine whether they are contributing to any issues you may be experiencing.

Additionally, disabling extensions can serve as a troubleshooting step, allowing you to identify specific extensions that may be causing problems. By systematically disabling extensions and observing Safari's behavior, you can pinpoint any problematic extensions and take appropriate action to resolve the issues.

Once you have disabled or removed unnecessary extensions, you can proceed to the next step in refreshing Safari, which involves updating the browser to the latest version. This ensures that Safari benefits from the latest features, security enhancements, and performance optimizations, further improving its functionality and stability.

By disabling extensions in Safari, you can streamline the browser's operation, mitigate potential performance issues, and create a more reliable browsing environment on your Mac. This proactive approach to managing extensions can contribute to a smoother and more efficient browsing experience, allowing you to make the most of Safari's capabilities while minimizing potential disruptions.

Step 4: Update Safari

Updating Safari to the latest version is a pivotal step in the process of refreshing the browser on your Mac. Regular updates not only introduce new features and enhancements but also address security vulnerabilities and performance issues, ensuring that Safari operates at its best. By keeping Safari up to date , you can benefit from improved stability, compatibility with web standards, and enhanced browsing security.

To update Safari on your Mac, follow these straightforward steps:

Check for Updates : Launch Safari and click on "Safari" in the top menu bar. From the drop-down menu, select "About Safari." A window will appear, indicating the current version of Safari installed on your Mac. Next to the version number, there will be an option to "Check for Updates." Click on this option to initiate the update process.

Install Available Updates : If a new version of Safari is available, you will be prompted to install the update. Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation. Depending on your Mac's settings, you may need to enter your administrator password to authorize the update.

Restart Safari : Once the update is successfully installed, restart Safari to apply the changes. This ensures that the latest version of Safari is active and ready for use.

By updating Safari to the latest version, you can take advantage of performance optimizations, bug fixes, and security patches released by Apple. These updates not only enhance the browsing experience but also contribute to a more secure and reliable web environment on your Mac.

In addition to updating Safari itself, it's important to ensure that your Mac's operating system is also up to date. Safari updates are often bundled with macOS updates, so keeping your Mac's operating system current is essential for maintaining the overall performance and security of Safari.

Regularly checking for and installing Safari updates is a proactive measure that helps mitigate potential browsing issues and ensures that you have access to the latest features and improvements. By incorporating the habit of updating Safari into your routine, you can optimize the browser's performance and enjoy a seamless browsing experience on your Mac.

With Safari now updated to the latest version, you're ready to proceed to the final step in refreshing the browser, which involves restarting Safari to apply the changes and ensure that the updates take effect. This last step will complete the process of refreshing Safari on your Mac, allowing you to enjoy an optimized and reliable browsing experience.

Step 5: Restart Safari

Restarting Safari is the final step in the process of refreshing the browser on your Mac. After completing the previous steps, including clearing browsing data, disabling extensions, and updating Safari to the latest version, restarting the browser is essential to ensure that the changes take effect and that Safari operates optimally.

To restart Safari, follow these simple steps:

Close Safari : If Safari is currently open, click on the Safari menu in the top menu bar and select "Quit Safari." Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut Command + Q to close the browser. This action ensures that Safari completely shuts down, allowing for a fresh start when it is relaunched.

Relaunch Safari : After closing Safari, click on the Safari icon in the Dock or open it from the Applications folder. As Safari launches, it will initialize with the recent changes and optimizations applied during the refreshing process. You may notice improved responsiveness, faster loading times, and overall enhanced performance as Safari restarts with the updated settings and configurations.

By restarting Safari, you allow the browser to reset its state and apply the modifications made during the refreshing process. This ensures that any lingering issues or performance bottlenecks are addressed, providing you with a revitalized and reliable browsing experience on your Mac.

Additionally, restarting Safari serves as a proactive measure to clear temporary data and refresh the browser's operation, contributing to a smoother and more efficient browsing environment. It allows Safari to start afresh, incorporating the benefits of the previous steps and ensuring that the browser operates at its best.

As Safari restarts, take a moment to navigate through your favorite websites and web applications, observing the improvements in performance and responsiveness. You may notice that tabs load more quickly, browsing history is cleared, and any problematic extensions are effectively managed, resulting in a more seamless and enjoyable browsing experience.

With Safari successfully restarted, you have completed the process of refreshing the browser on your Mac. By following these steps, you have optimized Safari's performance, addressed common browsing issues, and created a more reliable and efficient web browsing environment. Whether you use Safari for work, research, or leisure, restarting the browser ensures that you can make the most of its capabilities and enjoy a seamless browsing experience on your Mac.

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Tab Reloader (page auto refresh)

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An easy-to-use tab reloader with custom reloading time for individual tabs and more!

Tab reloader provides a toolbar panel to perform infinite reloading jobs on individual tabs. You can define a custom period with a random variation for each tab. Tab reloading jobs can be disabled or enabled through the toolbar panel. Preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zAhQlorZZTc Features: 1. Define variable (random) reloading times with a predefined range 2. Define whether reloading occurs when a tab is active or not 3. Restores reloading jobs after a restart (session manager) 4. Reload tabs from the context menu over tab element (see screenshot) 5. Optionally displays the remaining time of the next reloading on the badge area 6. See the list of all tabs with active reloading jobs in the browser action's popup 7. Set custom rules to start reloading a tab when URL or hostname matches. 8. Optionally move to the bottom of a tab after reloading occurs to read the new content 9. Reload all tabs in the current window or all browser windows 10. Reload local files (file://) 11. Optionally bypass form submissions 12. Define a policy that prevents reloading based on the time (date) and URL 13. Run custom JavaScript code on each reload. 14. Reload only a few times and then stop. 15. Reload discarded tabs in the current window or all windows 16. Supports setting reloading jobs of all selected tabs at once To disable an already activated tab, please make sure to switch to the tab first, then open the toolbar button and disable the job. Note that if you are closing the tab, there is no need to disable the job. The job will be disabled automatically after an active tab gets closed. As of version 0.2.7, you can now ask the extension to automatically set new reloading jobs for you based on the "Custom JSON" object. If the option is checked and the new page has a matching hostname, the extension will load the custom reloading job from the JSON and applies to the tab. Check the options and FAQs pages for more info. As of version 0.2.9, 1 you can define a policy that prevents reloading based on the time (date) and URL. Both time and URL keys accept regular expressions to prevent reloading. With the policies you can, for instance, prevent reloading on a specific page of a domain or prevent reloading at specific hours of a day.

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Michael S Feb 4, 2024

I have tried many extensions for chrome to preserve my login leases on websites I use throughout the day. Many of them are buggy and the security disclosures seem overreaching. This is the best one I have tried by far, it works well with the fewest permissions granted.

Ira Jacobs (Mac Outpost Ira) Jan 19, 2024

Does what it says on the tin. Lots of customizability too, but I don't need it.

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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 7, 2021 6:10 PM

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 7:17 AM in response to dominic23

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)

6 Tips to Improve Your Safari Experience on iPhone

A ccessing the internet on an iPhone is made simple by Safari, Apple's native web browser; it does a great job of getting you started, but there are several other features that you can leverage to enhance your user experience.

Below, we'll list some valuable tips you can use to get the most out of Safari on your iPhone. So, let's get started.

1. Modify the Start Page

The start page is the first element you usually run into when launching Safari—it's the default screen if you've not used the browser before or didn't leave any tabs open after your last session. And the first step you can take in improving your Safari experience is to customize it.

Customizing the start page involves changing the background image and choosing the sections (listed below) you want the app to show. We've added descriptions to help you understand a little more about each section.

• Favorites : This section will show all your favorite websites and bookmarks which have been added to the Favorites section on your iPhone.
• Frequently Visited : This is a collection of searches and websites you've frequented in recent months. The information is said to be a mix from all your Apple devices if you've enabled iCloud.
• Shared with You : It works by finding links, images, music, and more, sent within the Messages app, and brings them up in relevant applications. For example, if someone texted you a link via iMessage, you'll find it in this section of the start page.
• Privacy Report : This section surfaces information on the trackers used by websites you've visited in the last 30 days and showcases when your iPhone—and other Apple devices—prevented them from profiling you.
• Siri Suggestions : You can find website suggestions based on your recent browsing history, bookmarks, and open tabs within this section if you choose to use them.
• Reading List : You can find the three latest additions to your Reading List in this section, with a Show All button available in case you want to view the other articles you've added to your read later list.
• iCloud Tabs : This feature showcases up to four most recent tabs open on each Apple device you own with iCloud enabled for Safari.

To begin customizing your Safari's start page, follow the steps listed below:

• Scroll down to the bottom of the Safari start page and tap Edit.
• Now, enable the desired sections using the toggles or reorder them by pressing (and dragging) the three horizontal lines.

If you want to experience Apple's Continuity feature , toggle on Use Start Page on All Devices at the top of the edit menu. This will ensure your start page is in sync across all devices connected to your iCloud account.

2. Create Tab Groups in Safari

The next step in improving Safari on iPhone is to create and use Tab Groups . The feature lets you bring order and control to tabs by allowing you to group similar ones—or those you often use together—into folders. Ideally, you can use the feature to separate search results and websites related to work from those you open during casual browsing.

To create a Tab Group, follow the steps listed below:

• View all your tabs by tapping the Tab button in the bottom-right corner.
• Now, tap the text box at the bottom of the screen—it mentions the number of tabs open.
• In the menu that appears, tap New Empty Tab Group or the second option, New Tab Group with X Tabs .
• Name the Tab Group according to your liking and hit Save .

The X in the second option will vary based on the number of tabs open when creating a Tab Group.

3. Use Safari Extensions

Like Chrome, you can install Safari extensions to improve your browsing experience. For those unaware, these are applications built for web browsers that bring additional functionality and make your life easier.

For example, you can install applications that scour the web for coupon codes and bring them up when you're making a purchase or add ones that help edit written content to ensure you aren't making silly errors.

Adding extensions to Safari on an iPhone is a bit different compared to installing and removing extensions in Safari on a Mac . To do this, follow the steps listed below:

• Go to Settings > Safari on your iOS device.
• On the next screen, find Extensions under the General subsection and tap on it.
• You'll now see a list of extensions available. In case you see no options, tap More Extensions to visit the Safari Extensions store.

You may sometimes see options without having installed an extension before; these are present due to an application—that offers Safari extensions—installed on your iPhone from before.

Once you've installed an extension, activate it in Settings using the same steps above and then do the following:

• Open Safari and tap the AA button in the address bar.
• Now, tap Manage Extensions and select the extension you want to activate.

4. Choose Websites to Automatically Use Reader

Reader in Safari is a nifty add-on that lets you read content from a website with minimal distractions and no ads. It makes the experience quite simple and offers options like changing the page color, font, and font size.

Activating Reader is quite simple; tap the AA button in the address bar when you're on a supported webpage and choose Show Reader . However, if you frequently visit a specific website, you can configure Safari to load all its webpages in Reader. Here's what you need to do:

• Open the desired website and tap the AA button.
• In the context menu that appears, tap Website Settings .
• Now, toggle on Use Reader Automatically . Each supported webpage will now open in Reader, making it easier to read the content.

5. Set Tabs to Open in Background

Despite it being easy to access AI tools like ChatGPT on mobile for learning about things, if you prefer getting deep into the weeds when doing research, you may want to view many of the following webpages in new tabs.

By default, opening a new tab via a hyperlink will leave the old tab behind and move you to the new tab. While this behavior is fine, it can feel like a chore if you'd like to open multiple results from a search page.

Fortunately, you can change this behavior. Here's what you need to do:

• Open the Settings app, and scroll down to the Safari option.
• On this page, under the Tabs subsection, tap on Open Links .
• Now, choose In Background .

6. Configure Safari to Automatically Close Tabs

Lastly, while the ability to open many tabs in Safari is a boon, knowing ways to organize your browser and keeping it clutter-free can help you focus better and increase productivity. And keeping only a few tabs open can be a part of this regime.

Safari on iPhone also helps with this, with the ability to automatically close tabs after a set period of time; we've detailed the steps to activate the feature below:

• On this page, under the Tabs subsection, tap on Close Tabs .
• Now, choose from the available options: After One Day , After One Week , or After One Month .

Become a Safari Power User With These Changes

Each customization method listed above will help improve your Safari experience, be it with a new background image that makes the app feel more personal or a setting that keeps it clutter-free.

Overall, Safari is an excellent browser that can be made even better for power users with a few changes. And some of Apple's exclusive features make a strong case for the app, especially if you're a Mac user.

Tab Reloader (page auto refresh)

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Search code, repositories, users, issues, pull requests..., provide feedback.

We read every piece of feedback, and take your input very seriously.

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Vertical Tabs for Safari

Vertical tabs for Safari, finally!

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Full Screen

• Auto show/hide sidebar.
• Dark theme support.
• Display tabs vertically in a sidebar on web pages.
• Tabs are displayed with the same style as Google Chrome.
• Drag and Drop to reorder tabs. API not supported by Safari
• Search and filter tabs.
• Context menu on tabs.
• Toggle the sidebar by clicking on the extension icon.
• Using keyboard shortcuts are recommended once you formed the corresponding muscle memory.
• The sidebar is resizable, and can be put on either the left or right of the browser window.

Planned Features

• Tree styled tabs
• Please provide valuable feedback by creating a new issue

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