Utilizing Tab Groups in Safari on macOS Monterey

With the release of macOS Monterey, Safari has undergone a significant overhaul, standing out alongside features like Shortcuts. Among these enhancements, the introduction of “Tab Groups” is particularly noteworthy. This new addition allows users to efficiently organize their browsing experience. To streamline your tab management and bring order to your browsing chaos, familiarize yourself with the functionality of tab groups in Safari on macOS Monterey.

Utilizing Safari Tab Groups in macOS Monterey on Mac (2021)

Apple introduced tab groups in Safari for iOS 15 and macOS Monterey. Your custom Safari tab groups sync across devices, including Mac, iPhone, and iPad, linked with the same iCloud account. Plus, iCloud syncing pairs seamlessly with Handoff, allowing you to continue browsing on another Apple Device without interruptions.

Safari enables moving tabs between tab groups and rearranging tabs by title and website. You can also remove unwanted tabs from a tab group. Let’s explore how to use Safari tab groups in macOS 12 Monterey.

Create a Tab Group in Safari for macOS Monterey on Mac

1. To begin, open the Safari app on your Mac.

2. Click the tiny downward arrow near the Sidebar icon in the top left corner.

3. Select “New Empty Tab Group” from the dropdown menu. If tabs are open, choose “New Tab Group with [X] Tabs” to group them on macOS Monterey.

Note: Alternatively, click the sidebar icon and then the new tab group button. Choose “New Empty Tab Group” afterward.

4. Finally, name your Safari tab group, and you’re done!

You can create unlimited Safari tab groups on your Mac for optimal organization.

Renaming a Safari Tab Group in macOS Monterey

1. Launch Safari on your Mac.

2. Click the Sidebar icon in the upper left corner.

3. Right-click the tab group you wish to rename, then choose “Rename”.

4. Enter a new name for your tab group in Safari on macOS Monterey.

Reordering Tab Groups in Safari on macOS Monterey

1. Open Safari on your Mac and select the Sidebar icon at the top left.

2. Next, drag a tab group to your preferred spot in the list. Simple, right?

Drag Tab Groups in Safari to rearrange them

Rearrange Tabs in a Safari Tab Group on macOS Monterey

1. Open Safari on your Mac. Then, drag a tab to where you want it in the tab group.

2. You can also arrange tabs by title or website. Just right-click on a tab and choose “Arrange Tabs By” from the menu. Then, pick Title or Website.

View All Tabs of a Safari Tab Group in a Grid on macOS Monterey

1. Open Safari on your macOS device and click the Sidebar icon to see the tab groups.

2. Select the tab group to view in a grid and click the grid icon next to its name in Safari.

Note: Alternatively, right-click a tab group and choose “Show Tab Overview” for the grid view in Safari.

2. Here’s the Grid View for Safari Tab Groups:

Move Tabs from One Safari Tab Group to Another on Mac

1. Open Safari on your Mac, right-click the tab to move to another tab group, and select “Move to Tab Group”.

2. Now, see all your tab groups. Choose the desired tab group. If you select Start Page, the tab moves outside the tab group to non-grouped tabs.

Closing Tabs within a Safari Tab Group on macOS Monterey

Closing tabs within a Safari tab group on Mac is straightforward. If you wish to remove unwanted tabs, it can be done effortlessly.

1. Open Safari on your macOS Monterey device and right-click on a tab.

2. Select either “Close Other Tabs” or “Close Tabs to the Right” to close all tabs except the current one in the Safari tab group.

Deleting a Safari Tab Group in macOS Monterey

1. Launch Safari on your Mac and click the Sidebar icon to view all personal tab groups.

2. Right-click on the tab group in Safari that you want to delete and choose “Delete”.

Utilize Safari Tab Groups in macOS 12 on Mac

That’s it! That’s how you can use Safari tab groups on your Mac with macOS Monterey. Now that you understand how it works, keep your tabs organized for work, school, or creative projects effortlessly. And if you encounter any issues, reach out to us for assistance. While macOS 12 might not offer as many features as iOS 15, features like Apple Digital Legacy, FaceTime enhancements, and improved password management make it a worthwhile upgrade. Has macOS Monterey met your expectations? Share your thoughts in the comments below.