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Our favorite hidden features in Arc Search

Tag:Fresh Features
Published:July 23, 2024 at 6:01 PM
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We’re all about pushing boundaries and bringing you new features at the Browser Company. But sometimes, truly amazing features can go unnoticed when you’re shipping so many updates every week.

That’s why we are highlighting our favorite (not-so-obvious) features in Arc Search, the fastest mobile browser in the market. We’ll explore some of the lesser-known features that help you search smarter, save a few taps, and get the information you want, wherever you are.

Let's get into our top five not-so-obvious features in Arc Search, as Nate and Adam reviewed in the video:

Switch between tabs with a flick

Arc Search makes multitasking easy, especially when you’re on the go.

switch between tabs on arc search

👉 Try it! From the navigation bar, swipe left and right on the bottom bar to cycle between recent tabs.

Scroll through auto-complete options

Our unique, scrollable auto-complete in the search bar reduces unnecessary typing and makes finding what you need faster and more intuitive than ever.

auto complete keyboard in arc search

👉 Try it! Searching for a popular query? Scroll up and down through auto-completed suggestions (or tap Browse for Me on any other suggestion!).

Arc Search Widget

Add Arc Search to your home screen (or even your lock screen!) Our widget brings the power of quick searches and your favorite sites just a tap away.

arc search widget on ios

👉 Try it! Add Arc Search like you would any widget:

  1. From the Home Screen, touch and hold a widget or an empty area until the apps jiggle.
  2. Tap Add (+) in the upper-left corner.
  3. Search for Arc Search.
  4. Swipe to choose a widget size, then tap Add Widget.
  5. Optional: Touch and hold the widget to reposition it.
  6. Tap Done.

Pin links to Arc

Keep your favorite sites within reach. With Arc Sync working behind the scenes, pin links for quick access across all your devices.

pin links and bookmarks in arc search and arc sync

👉 Try it! It’s easier than you think to pin a tab across devices:

  1. Visit any website you'd like on Arc Search.
  2. Tap the ^ button in the bottom right corner of the app.
  3. Tap the big Pin button.
  4. Choose the Space you want to pin the link to.

Note: You must be logged in for Arc to sync your profile changes.

Walkie-Talkie Voice Search

Hands aren’t free? Speak your mind and let Browse for Me do the work. It's like using a walkie-talkie for the internet!

voice search on arc search

👉 Try it! There are several, quick ways to use Voice Search:

  • In app: Press and hold the + icon in the navigation bar and be greeted by a friendly smiling Arc.
  • From iOS Widget: Tap the microphone icon to the right of the search bar to return to the app.

BONUS! Fidget Spinner!

Need a moment of zen? We've hidden a fidget spinner in the app just for you.

arc search fidget spinner

👉 Try it! Fair warning, you have to clear out your tabs:

  1. Tap the tab stack icon in the bottom left-corner of the navigation bar.
  2. Clear out all of your tabs.
  3. Tap the empty background to close out the open keyboard.
  4. Spin, spin, spin!

But wait, there's more…

Did you know about these Arc Search features?

Try them out and let us know what you think! We're constantly updating and improving Arc Search, so check out our Twitter (X), Youtube, and release notes for the latest and greatest news from the team.

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