Audiobiography, along with Memorial and Audiostickers, are all accessible by the web. However, due to the fact that most of the content is commonly accessed by a QR code, our mobile devices are the primary devices accessing the information. After a few web searches, one might wish to make a shortcut to the Audiobiography site that functions the same as an app downloaded from the App Store or Google Play Store. Fortunately, it is easy to make our website function just as an app. Read below to learn how.
iPhone
To add the Audiobiography web page to your home screen on an iPhone, follow these steps:
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Open Safari:
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You must use Safari for this process as other browsers like Chrome do not offer this feature.
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Navigate to the Website:
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Go to the website you want to add to your home screen. Ensure you're on the exact page you want to bookmark.
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Access the Share Menu:
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Tap the "Share" icon (a square with an arrow pointing out of the top) at the bottom of the browser window on an iPhone or at the top right on iPads.
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Add to Home Screen:
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Scroll through the share options and tap on "Add to Home Screen."
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Name Your Shortcut:
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You'll see a dialog box titled "Add to Home Screen" where you can edit the name of the shortcut. Type a name that will help you identify the site on your home screen.
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Tap Add:
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After naming, tap "Add" in the top right corner of the dialog box.
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Check Your Home Screen:
The website will now appear as an icon on your home screen, similar to an app icon. You can rearrange it or put it into folders just like other apps.
Android
To add a web page to your home screen on an Android device, follow these steps:
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Open the Web Page:
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Open the web browser on your device (like Google Chrome, Firefox, etc.).
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Navigate to the webpage you want to add to your home screen.
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Add to Home Screen Option:
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If you're using Google Chrome:
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Tap the three vertical dots in the top right corner for the menu.
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Select Add to Home screen.
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For other browsers like Firefox:
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Look for a similar menu option, often labeled as "Add to Home Screen" or something similar. The exact location might differ but typically, it's in the main menu or accessible via the share icon.
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Customize the Shortcut:
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You might be prompted to edit the name of the shortcut. Type in a name that will help you identify this icon on your home screen or leave it as is if the suggested name is fine.
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Add the Shortcut:
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Tap Add or OK depending on the browser. This will create an icon on your device's home screen.
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Find the Icon:
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Go back to your home screen. You should see the new icon for the webpage. If it's not immediately visible, swipe left or right through your home screens until you find it.
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Using the Shortcut:
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Tap on the icon to open the webpage directly. Note that this shortcut will open in your default browser, or if the website supports it, might open in a progressive web app (PWA) mode which can give an app-like experience.
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Additional Tips:
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Ensure your browser has the necessary permissions to modify your home screen.
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If you're using a third-party launcher, the exact steps might slightly differ based on the launcher's features and settings.