Links not opening in new tabs

After updating to Safari 14.0.1 (and Big Sur 11.0.1), links no longer open in a new tab - even though that option is set.

iMac 27″ 5K, macOS 11.0

Posted on Nov 14, 2020 6:38 AM

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Nov 21, 2020 1:21 PM in response to mbeck2020

Hi mbeck2020,

We know how important the use of tabs are with Safari. Try the steps in this article for tabs on Safari.

Use tabs for webpages in Safari on Mac

Have a good day.

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