How do I remove auto-fill items?

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How do I remove auto-fill items?

Hi,

When I type in "w" as the start of a url in the address bar, a list of 4 or 5 previously visited sites pops up immediately. I have tried disabling auto-fill, deleting all my bookmarks and reinstalling them, deleting history, cache etc., and it still happens. Actually it's stopping me using Safari as my browser, and I'm now using Chrome instead. How can I fix this issue in Safari?

Thanks,

Richard

MB Pro 17, Mac OS X (10.6.4), Safari 5.0

Posted on Aug 5, 2010 2:43 PM

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Answer 1

Aug 5, 2010 2:58 PM in response to rb_stern

HI Richard,

The only alternative at this time is to turn on Private Browsing.

From your Safari Menu Bar click Safari/Private Browsing.

Safari won't remember pages you visit, history, or AutoFill information.

When I type in "w" as the start of a url in the address bar, a list of 4 or 5 previously visited sites pops up immediately.

Most Safari users are complaining about this feature. You can provide feedback here.

http://www.apple.com/feedback/safari.html

Carolyn 🙂

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Answer 2

rb_stern Author

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Aug 6, 2010 7:14 AM in response to Carolyn Samit

Hi,

That works for new items, but doesn't remove the existing ones.

Thanks,

Richard

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