I would like to request the return of a feature that was scrapped in iOS mobile update 1.18.
In this update you’ve removed the option for opening up the keyboard when a new tab is opened.
This was a useful feature for a repetitive strain injury sufferer like myself. It doesn’t sound like much, but the extra reaching and tapping can make using a phone quite painful on the wrists. So small, seemingly insignificant features like these can make a big difference.
I was wondering if you could reintroduce this feature, with regards to accessibility.
Restore this feature! I’m back to using Safari because it’s still an option. Not only is this an accessibility issue, but it also affects functionality and productivity. I wonder what the logic was to remove it…
I’ve been missing this feature since it was removed.
It was a great quality of life feature.
Please consider adding it back, it was really great.
Thanks!
Came here to request this feature as well. The current iOS (iPad) versions of Chrome and Safari both automatically initiate a text input in the url/search bar upon opening a new tab. Brave does not.
Furthermore, you can’t even press tab on the keyboard to get to text input, which should be standard functionality (I believe for accessibility reasons as noted by OP) anywhere.
I use an external keyboard on my iPad and love staying keyboard-only, so having to tap the screen every time I open a new tab (which is often) is quite frustrating.