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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

  • Look for the internet browser icon on your desktop or taskbar.
    (Common browsers are Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or Safari.)

  • Double-click the icon to open it.

Step 2: Go to a Website

  • At the very top of the screen, find the long white bar (this is called the address bar).

  • Click inside the bar, type the name of the website (for example: www.google.com), then press Enter.

Step 3: Open a New Tab

  • At the very top of the browser, just beside the first tab, you will see a small plus sign (+).

  • Click the + to open a new tab.

  • The new tab will be blank, ready for you to type in a new website.

Step 4: Switch Between Tabs

  • Each website you open will appear as a small rectangle (tab) at the top of the browser.

  • To move between them, just click on the tab you want to look at.

Step 5: Close a Tab

  • 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.