We all use web browsers every day — whether for work, shopping, or just browsing around. But many people don’t know about the little tricks that make life easier. Here are some of our favourite 7 Handy Browser Tips to Save Time and Frustration to help you get more done with less stress.
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1. Reopen a Closed Tab
We’ve all done it — closed a tab too soon and instantly regretted it!
Good news: most browsers let you bring it back in seconds. On Windows, press Ctrl + Shift + T; on a Mac, press Cmd + Shift + T. Keep pressing and your recently closed tabs will reappear in order.
2. Search Instantly with Highlighted Text
Come across a word or phrase you’re not sure about? Just highlight it, right-click, and choose “Search with Google” (or your default search engine). No need to retype anything.
3. Pin Important Tabs
Always keep your email, calendar, or work dashboard open? Right-click a tab and select “Pin”. The tab shrinks to just the site’s icon and stays locked neatly at the left — so you don’t close it by accident.
4. Use the Address Bar as a Smart Tool
Your browser’s address bar isn’t just for web addresses. Try typing things like “100 USD in GBP” or “72*9” — you’ll get instant conversions and calculations without opening a new site.
5. Open Links in a New Tab Quickly
If you’d like to read something later without losing your place, hold Ctrl (Windows) or Cmd (Mac) while clicking a link. It opens in a new background tab, ready when you are.
6. Mute a Noisy Tab
Is an unexpected video or ad playing? Look for the little speaker icon on your tabs. Right-click and select “Mute site” to silence it instantly — no hunting around for the volume button.
7. Browse Privately with Incognito Mode
Need to look up gifts without leaving a trace? Use Ctrl + Shift + N (Windows) or Cmd + Shift + N (Mac) to open an incognito/private window. It won’t save history, searches, or cookies after you close it.
These simple shortcuts and tricks can make browsing smoother, faster, and a little less stressful. Try one or two today — they may just become your new habits!
