How To Search For A Word On A Webpage Using iPhone?
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Searching for specific words or phrases on a webpage using an iPhone is simple. Safari has a built-in function that allows you to find text on a page without scrolling manually.
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Below are step-by-step instructions for different iOS versions, ensuring you can use this feature regardless of your software version.
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Finding Text on a Webpage in iOS 15 and Later
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Follow these steps to locate specific words or phrases on a webpage using Safari on iOS 15 and newer versions:
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- Open Safari and go to the webpage.
- Tap the Share button (a square with an upward-facing arrow).
- Scroll down in the menu and select Find on Page.
- Enter the word or phrase in the search field.
- If there are matches, they will be highlighted on the page.
- Use the arrows to move through each occurrence.
- Tap Done when finished.
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| Feature | iOS 15 and Later |
| Access method | Share button > Find on Page |
| Search | Arrows to move between results |
| Completion | Tap Done |
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Searching for Text in iOS 14 and iOS 13
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If your iPhone runs iOS 14 or 13, follow these instructions:
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- Launch Safari and visit a webpage.
- Tap the action button (box with an arrow pointing upward).
- Swipe up and choose Find on Page.
- Type the desired text in the search bar.
- The first instance will be highlighted.
- Use the arrow buttons to search through all occurrences.
- Tap X to clear the search field or Done to exit.
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| Step | Action |
| Open Safari | Visit a webpage |
| Access search | Tap the action box, then Find on Page |
| Input text | Type in the search bar |
| Search | Use arrows to move through matches |
| Finish search | Tap Done |
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Searching for Text in iOS 9 – iOS 12
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For iPhones running iOS 9 through iOS 12, follow these steps:
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- Open Safari and load a webpage.
- Tap the Share button at the bottom of the screen.
- Swipe through the second row of options and tap Find on Page.
- Enter the text in the search bar.
- If found, the first instance will be highlighted.
- Use the arrow keys to browse through each occurrence.
- Tap X to remove the search term or Done to close the feature.
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Searching for Words in iOS 7 and iOS 8
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If using iOS 7 or 8, the steps differ slightly:
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- Open Safari and visit a webpage.
- Tap the address bar at the top of the screen.
- Enter the word or phrase you want to find.
- Scroll to the bottom of the suggestions list.
- Locate the On This Page section.
- Tap Find to highlight results.
- Use the arrow buttons to search through matches.
- Tap Done when finished.
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Searching for Text in iOS 4 – iOS 6
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Older versions of iOS have a slightly different process:
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- Open Safari and load the webpage.
- Tap the search bar at the top-right.
- Enter your search term.
- Look for the On This Page section in the results.
- Tap it to highlight occurrences.
- Use the Previous and Next buttons to search.
- Tap Done when finished.
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| iOS Version | Search Method |
| iOS 15+ | Share > Find on Page |
| iOS 14-13 | Action box > Find on Page |
| iOS 9-12 | Share > Find on Page |
| iOS 7-8 | Address bar > On This Page |
| iOS 4-6 | Search bar > On This Page |
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Searching in Google Chrome on iPhone
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If you use Google Chrome instead of Safari, follow these steps:
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- Open Chrome and visit a webpage.
- Tap the More button (three dots in the bottom right corner).
- Select Find in Page.
- Enter your search term.
- Chrome will highlight all matches in yellow.
- Use the up and down arrows to search through results.
- Tap Done when finished.
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| Feature | Google Chrome on iPhone |
| Access method | More (three dots) > Find on Page |
| Highlighting | Matches are shown in yellow |
| Search | Up/down arrows |
| Completion | Tap Done |
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Summary
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The ability to search for words or phrases on a webpage is essential for quickly locating information. Safari and Chrome offer simple built-in tools for this task across iOS versions.
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Whether using the latest iOS or an older version, the method varies slightly but remains easy to use.
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Following instructions based on your iPhone's software version allows you to find what you need without unnecessarily scrolling quickly.
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Whether you're searching for text in Safari or Chrome, these steps ensure an efficient browsing experience.
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Use the guide to locate words on any webpage and search through results effortlessly.
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Jim's passion for Apple products ignited in 2007 when Steve Jobs introduced the first iPhone. This was a canon event in his life. Noticing a lack of iPad-focused content that is easy to understand even for “tech-noob”, he decided to create Tabletmonkeys in 2011.
Jim continues to share his expertise and passion for tablets, helping his audience as much as he can with his motto “One Swipe at a Time!”