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Our iPhones are packed with useful features that simplify everyday tasks.

Users cantake a screenshot,scan a QR code, or evenforce restart their deviceto address issues.

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Similarly, clearing the cache for apps likeSafarihelps optimize performance and ensure your phone runs as efficiently as possible.

The process is straightforward and takes only a minute or two.

Lets walk through how to flush the cache on your iPhone step by step.

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Open controls

Begin byopening the Settingsapp on your iPhone.

This is where youll access all the options for managing your gadget’s apps and data.

Tap Apps

Scroll downandtap Appsto view a list of all the applications installed on your phone.

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This is where you might manage all app-specific tweaks, including data storage and cache.

Confirm your action

When prompted,tap Clear Historyto confirm.

Your Safari cache will now be cleared, helping to refresh the app and improve its responsiveness.

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