How to Add a Website as an App in macOS Sonoma

Learn how to add a website as an app in macOS Sonoma with this step-by-step guide. Improve your browsing experience today!

Adding a website as an app in macOS Sonoma can be a convenient way to access frequently visited sites without cluttering your Safari tabs or windows. In this guide, we'll show you how to add a website as an app to your Mac's Dock and customize it according to your preferences.

Accessing the Website

A. Open Safari on your Mac

To begin, open the Safari browser on your Mac by clicking on its icon in the Dock or by searching for it in the Applications folder.

B. Visit the desired website

Once Safari is open, navigate to the website you want to add as an app. You can either enter the URL in the address bar or search for it using a search engine like Google.

Adding the Web App

A. Click on the "File" option in Safari's menu bar

Once you are on the desired website, click on the "File" option in Safari's menu bar at the top of the screen. A dropdown menu will appear.

B. Select "Add to Dock"

From the dropdown menu, select the "Add to Dock" option. This will add the website as an app to your Mac's Dock, making it easily accessible.

Customizing the Web App

A. Enter the desired name and logo for the web app

After adding the web app to your Dock, you have the option to customize its name and logo. To do this, right-click on the web app's icon in the Dock and select "Options" from the context menu. Then, click on "Name" to enter a new name for the app. Additionally, you can click on "Icon" to select a different image for the app's logo.

B. Click on "Add" to complete the process

Once you have customized the name and logo, click on "Add" to save your changes. The web app will now appear in your Dock with the new name and logo.

Exploring Web App Options

A. Discovering the menu bar options of the web app

When you open the web app from the Dock, you will notice that it has its own menu bar at the top of the screen. This menu bar provides additional options and features specific to the web app.

1. Opening a new window within the web app

To open a new window within the web app, click on the "File" option in the web app's menu bar and select "New Window." This allows you to have multiple instances of the web app open simultaneously.

2. Accessing additional features unique to the web app

Depending on the website and its integration as a web app, you may have access to additional features and functionalities. These can include notifications, offline access, and specific settings for the web app.

Removing the Web App

A. Dragging and dropping the web app from macOS Launchpad to Trash

If at any point you decide to remove the web app from your Dock, you can do so easily. Simply open the Launchpad by clicking on its icon in the Dock or searching for it in the Applications folder. Then, locate the web app's icon and click and hold on it until all the icons start shaking. Finally, drag the web app's icon to the Trash icon in the Dock to remove it.

By following these simple steps, you can easily add a website as an app in macOS Sonoma, providing quick access and dedicated functionality for your frequently visited sites. Web apps are especially useful for users who want to keep their regular web browsing separate from specific websites that require frequent visits or dedicated attention.