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Search bar image won’t go away

What is this new image in the search bar that looks like a plug?

iPad Air 2, iPadOS 15

Posted on Oct 24, 2022 4:50 AM

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Posted on Oct 24, 2022 5:01 AM

Perhaps you refer to this?




This icon/button relates to installable Safari extensions. If any extensions are installed (e.g., a content blocker), this button provides access to extension settings.



If you see something else, please post a screenshot - as this will greatly assist with identification:

Take a screenshot on your iPad - Apple Support


You can attach post your screenshot using the image button at the bottom of the editing window:

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Oct 24, 2022 5:01 AM in response to emccandlish

Perhaps you refer to this?




This icon/button relates to installable Safari extensions. If any extensions are installed (e.g., a content blocker), this button provides access to extension settings.



If you see something else, please post a screenshot - as this will greatly assist with identification:

Take a screenshot on your iPad - Apple Support


You can attach post your screenshot using the image button at the bottom of the editing window:

Search bar image won’t go away

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