How to Inspect Webpages on iPhone: A Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to inspect webpages on your iPhone using Safari and a computer. Follow our easy steps for effective web debugging.

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To inspect devices on iPhone, follow these steps: 1. Connect your iPhone to your computer using a USB cable. 2. On your computer, open Safari and enable the Develop menu via Preferences > Advanced > Show Develop menu in the menu bar. 3. Click on the Develop menu, select your iPhone under the Devices section, and click on the webpage you want to inspect. A web inspector window will open, letting you examine elements and debug scripts.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How can I enable the Develop menu in Safari? To enable the Develop menu in Safari, go to Safari > Preferences, then click on the 'Advanced' tab. Check the box that says 'Show Develop menu in menu bar'.
  2. What cable do I need to connect my iPhone to the computer? You need a compatible USB cable to connect your iPhone to your computer. For most modern iPhones, this will be a Lightning to USB cable.
  3. Can I inspect webpages on iPhone without a computer? No, you cannot inspect webpages on iPhone directly without a computer. You need to connect your iPhone to a computer with Safari to access the web inspector.
  4. What can I do with the web inspector on iPhone? With the web inspector, you can examine HTML elements, debug scripts, and view network requests made by the webpage loaded on your iPhone.