by David Redmond
Apps are amazing. They give you a simple button-based interface, making sure that what you need is just a few taps away. That’s why it’s so frustrating when a service doesn’t have an app. However, all is not lost. Did you know you can also add websites to your home screen just like apps? Here’s how to do it.
- In Safari, go to the website you want to add to your Home Screen. It could be for anything. Sports scores, a Dashboard for a tool you use, any website should work.
- Tap or double-tap the share button on the bottom bar. You can flick to this with VoiceOver if needed.
- Flick or scroll down until you find “add to Home Screen”.
- Select this option, and if you need to change the name. This is what will show on the Home Screen, or what will be read by VoiceOver.
- Once you’re set, tap or double tap Add in the top right corner.
- You’ll now be back on the Home Screen, where you’ll find your shortcut alongside the other apps.
Is this useful?
This is never going to replace a good app, but it does work as an effective solution when an app is not available. It might also be the case that a company has an accessible website, but not an accessible app, this is also a good solution in this case.
Conclusion
This is a handy tip to know. You can check out a quick video demo of the feature below, and hopefully, you’ll find it of benefit.