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Issue
- How can I see the full link when hovering over it in Safari?
- Why doesn't Safari show the link address when I hover over it?
Environment
In some security training programs, you're told to hover over a link to view the "real" address. However, Safari on macOS doesn't show a link or URL when you hover your mouse over it.
Resolution
You can enable a similar feature in Safari by following these steps:
- Open Safari.
- Click the View menu.
- Select Show Status Bar (it's usually the fifth option in the menu).
Once the status bar is enabled, you'll see the full address or hover text in the bottom-left corner of the browser whenever you hover over a link.
If you need further assistance, please contact the Bowdoin College Service Desk