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Hcondell Author

Level 1

4 points

Why do my safari tabs close automatically?

On my ipad….why do the tabs close automatically?very frustrating

Posted on May 24, 2024 4:15 AM

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LotusPilot

Level 10

334,596 points

May 24, 2024 4:29 AM in response to Hcondell

Perhaps you need to change your Safari settings:

Settings > Safari > [Tabs] Close Tabs > select the setting appropriate for your needs

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Why do my safari tabs close automatically?