How do I open and use multiple tabs in my internet browser?
Having multiple pages open in your browser.
Be effective using the Internet, it's a good idea to have multiple pages open at once. If you haven't done this before, it's a good idea to practice navigating from one screen to another. Here's some steps to help you use the Internet and have multiple tabs open.
Step 1: Open the Internet Browser
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Look for the internet browser icon on your desktop or taskbar.
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Double-click the icon to open it.
Step 2: Go to a Website
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At the very top of the screen, find the long white bar (this is called the address bar).
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Click inside the bar, type the name of the website (for example:
www.google.com
), then press Enter.
Step 3: Open a New Tab
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At the very top of the browser, just beside the first tab, you will see a small plus sign (+).
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Click the + to open a new tab.
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The new tab will be blank, ready for you to type in a new website.
Step 4: Switch Between Tabs
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Each website you open will appear as a small rectangle (tab) at the top of the browser.
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To move between them, just click on the tab you want to look at.
Step 5: Close a Tab
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To close a tab you no longer need, click the small X on the right side of the tab.
Tip: You can have many tabs open at once. This is useful if you want to keep one website open while you look at another.