How to Pin a Website to Desktop: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re looking for a swift way to reach your favorite websites, creating desktop shortcuts is the answer! With just a few clicks, you can have instant access to any webpage. Plus, you can add these shortcuts to your Start Menu and Taskbar on Windows 10, or to your Launchpad and Dock on a Mac.
Let’s explore how to pin a Website to Desktop with shortcuts using Google Chrome and Safari.
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How to Create a Desktop Shortcut to a Website Using Chrome
Pinning a website to taskbar means that you can access it with just one click, without having to search for it among your bookmarks or tabs. It’s a great way to save time and stay organized, especially if you frequently visit the same website. In this article, we’ll show you how to pin a website to taskbar in just a few simple steps.
Open Chrome Browser:
- Launch Google Chrome on your Mac or Windows 10 computer.
Navigate to the Website:
- Visit the website you want to create a shortcut for. It can be any site you frequent.
Create Shortcut:
- Click on the three-dot icon at the top-right corner of the window.
- Hover over “More tools” and select “Create shortcut.”
Name Your Shortcut:
- Enter a name for your shortcut and click “Create.”
- You can also choose to open the website in its own browser window by checking the “Open as window” box.
Access Your Shortcut:
- Your shortcut will appear on the desktop with the website’s icon.
- Double-click the shortcut to open the website in Chrome.
How to Create a Desktop Shortcut to a Website Using Safari Browser
Open Safari Browser:
- Launch Safari on your Mac.
Visit the Website:
- Go to the website you want to create a shortcut for.
Create Shortcut:
- Click on the “File” menu at the top of the screen.
- Select “Add to Dock” or “Add to Favorites” to create a shortcut in your Dock or Favorites bar.
Access Your Shortcut:
- Your shortcut will now be accessible from the Dock or Favorites bar for quick access.
Additional Tips:
- Shortcut Location on Windows 10:
- After creating a shortcut, find it in your Recently Added apps or the Chrome Apps folder in the Start menu. Right-click the icon to pin it to your Taskbar or Start menu.
- Shortcut Location on Mac:
- On Mac, the shortcut will appear in your Launchpad. You can also drag it to your Dock for faster access.
How to Pin a Website to Taskbar
Step 1: Open the Website
The first step is to open the website that you want to pin to taskbar. Make sure that you’re on the page that you want to access quickly in the future.
Step 2: Click on the Three-Dot Menu
Once the website is open, look for the three-dot menu on the right side of the address bar. Click on it to open the drop-down menu.
Step 3: Click on “More Tools”
In the drop-down menu, you’ll see an option that says “More Tools.” Click on it to open a sub-menu.
Step 4: Click on “Create Shortcut”
In the “More Tools” sub-menu, you’ll see an option that says “Create Shortcut.” Click on it to open a pop-up window.
Step 5: Customize the Name
In the pop-up window, you’ll see a field where you can customize the name of the shortcut. By default, it will be the name of the website, but you can change it to whatever you like.
Step 6: Click on “Create”
Once you’ve customized the name, click on the “Create” button to create the shortcut.
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Step 7: Find the Shortcut on Your Desktop
After you click on “Create,” you’ll see the shortcut appear on your desktop. This is a regular shortcut, not a pinned one, so you’ll need to do one more step to pin it to the taskbar.
Step 8: Pin the Shortcut to Taskbar
To pin the shortcut to the taskbar, simply drag and drop it from the desktop to the taskbar. You can drop it anywhere you like, depending on your preference.
Step 9: Enjoy Quick Access to Your Favorite Website!
Congratulations! You’ve successfully pinned a website to taskbar. Now, whenever you want to access it, simply click on the shortcut on the taskbar and you’ll be taken directly to the website.
FAQs
Q: Can I pin multiple websites to taskbar?
- A: Yes, you can pin as many websites as you like to the taskbar. Simply repeat the steps above for each website.
Q: Can I remove a pinned website from taskbar?
- A: Yes, you can remove a pinned website from taskbar by right-clicking on the icon and selecting “Unpin from taskbar.”
Q: Will the website open in a new tab or window?
- A: When you click on the pinned website on the taskbar, it will open in a new window.
