Does Safari support WebGL?

Does safari support webgl?


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Posted on Jun 24, 2024 5:07 AM

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Posted on Jun 24, 2024 5:24 AM

I don't know but, I've found this in case it helps:


Safari does support WebGL, but there have been some issues and configuration requirements depending on the version and device:


1. On macOS, Safari supports WebGL, but it may need to be enabled manually in older versions[3]. To enable WebGL in Safari on Mac:


- Go to Safari > Preferences > Advanced

- Check "Show Develop menu in menu bar"

- In the Develop menu, select "Enable WebGL"


2. On iOS devices, WebGL support varies by version[4]:


- iOS 12, 13, and 14: WebGL 2.0 is disabled by default but can be enabled in Settings > Safari > Advanced > Experimental Features > WebGL 2.0

- iOS 11 and below: WebGL 2.0 is not supported


3. For iOS 8 and later, WebGL is generally supported, but users may need to update their operating system to the latest version if experiencing issues[5].


It's worth noting that some users have reported persistent problems with WebGL in Safari, even after attempting to enable it[1][2]. These issues may be related to specific macOS versions or security settings.


If you're experiencing difficulties with WebGL in Safari, you might consider trying alternative browsers like Chrome or Firefox, which generally have more consistent WebGL support across platforms. However, for the best experience with Apple's own services and websites, it's recommended to keep Safari updated to the latest version and ensure WebGL is properly enabled in the settings.


Citations:

[1] Safari does not support WebGL; can’t disp… - Apple Community

[2] https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/safari-16-0-and-webgl.2379163/

[3] https://ggnome.com/wiki/how-to-enable-webgl/

[4] https://hummingbird-group.gitbook.io/panoform/how-to-enable-webgl-2.0-in-safari-for-ios

[5] https://phet.colorado.edu/en/webgl-disabled-page


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Jun 24, 2024 5:24 AM in response to Huguitoenonita

I don't know but, I've found this in case it helps:


Safari does support WebGL, but there have been some issues and configuration requirements depending on the version and device:


1. On macOS, Safari supports WebGL, but it may need to be enabled manually in older versions[3]. To enable WebGL in Safari on Mac:


- Go to Safari > Preferences > Advanced

- Check "Show Develop menu in menu bar"

- In the Develop menu, select "Enable WebGL"


2. On iOS devices, WebGL support varies by version[4]:


- iOS 12, 13, and 14: WebGL 2.0 is disabled by default but can be enabled in Settings > Safari > Advanced > Experimental Features > WebGL 2.0

- iOS 11 and below: WebGL 2.0 is not supported


3. For iOS 8 and later, WebGL is generally supported, but users may need to update their operating system to the latest version if experiencing issues[5].


It's worth noting that some users have reported persistent problems with WebGL in Safari, even after attempting to enable it[1][2]. These issues may be related to specific macOS versions or security settings.


If you're experiencing difficulties with WebGL in Safari, you might consider trying alternative browsers like Chrome or Firefox, which generally have more consistent WebGL support across platforms. However, for the best experience with Apple's own services and websites, it's recommended to keep Safari updated to the latest version and ensure WebGL is properly enabled in the settings.


Citations:

[1] Safari does not support WebGL; can’t disp… - Apple Community

[2] https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/safari-16-0-and-webgl.2379163/

[3] https://ggnome.com/wiki/how-to-enable-webgl/

[4] https://hummingbird-group.gitbook.io/panoform/how-to-enable-webgl-2.0-in-safari-for-ios

[5] https://phet.colorado.edu/en/webgl-disabled-page


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