Extending Safari's Features

You can greatly expand the capabilities of the Safari web browser by using extensions. But what are they and how do you install, manage and use them? And what are the best extensions to install in your Safari app? Over the next few pages, we'll show you all this and more.

Take a look at Safari's available extensions on the App Store.

Installing and Managing Safari Extensions

You can install Safari extensions on your Mac using the Mac App Store. Here’s a guide to finding the Safari extension you need, installing and uninstalling them, managing your Safari extensions and switching them on and off without removing them from the app. It’s time to superpower Safari!

Find and Install Safari Extensions

1 In the Safari app, click on the word Safari in the top bar, next to the Apple logo in the left corner. Select Safari Extensions from the menu that appears. The App Store opens, showing available Safari extensions.

2 Explore the extensions available in the App Store. Some are free and some are paid for. When you find one you like, click the price button – or ‘Get’ for free extensions – to install it in your Safari web browser.

Manage Safari Extensions

1 First of all, with the Safari app open, click on Safari in the top bar and select Preferences from the drop-down menu. Alternatively, press CMD-Comma.

2 Click on the Extensions tab. The extensions you currently have installed are in the left window, and details for the currently selected extension on the right.

3 To turn an extension on and off, click on the box to its left to check and uncheck it. A window might appear inviting you to confirm the change.