How to Delete Recent Searches on Instagram
Instagram, the popular social media platform, allows users to search for various content, including posts, accounts, and hashtags. However, sometimes you might want to remove recent searches from your search history to maintain privacy or clear up space. In this article, we will guide you through the process of deleting recent searches on Instagram.
Steps to Delete Recent Searches on Instagram
1. Open the Instagram app on your smartphone.
2. Tap on the search icon at the bottom of the screen to access the search page.
3. Look for the “Recent” tab at the top of the search page. This tab displays your recent searches.
4. Scroll through the list of recent searches and find the one you want to delete.
5. Once you’ve found the search term, tap on it to select it.
6. On the search term’s page, you will see a three-dot menu icon (also known as the “hamburger” menu) on the top right corner of the screen. Tap on this icon.
7. A dropdown menu will appear. Select “Delete” from the options provided.
8. A confirmation message will pop up asking if you are sure you want to delete the search term. Tap “Yes” to confirm and delete the search term from your recent searches.
Deleting Multiple Recent Searches
If you want to delete multiple recent searches at once, follow these steps:
1. Go to the search page by tapping on the search icon.
2. Tap on the “Recent” tab to view your recent searches.
3. To select multiple search terms, tap on the first search term you want to delete. Then, tap on the next search term while holding down the “Select” button on your device.
4. Continue selecting the search terms you want to delete until all the desired searches are highlighted.
5. Once all the search terms are selected, tap on the three-dot menu icon on the top right corner of the screen.
6. Choose “Delete” from the dropdown menu.
7. Confirm the deletion by tapping “Yes” on the confirmation message.
Deleting Recent Searches on Instagram Web
If you are using Instagram on a web browser, you can also delete recent searches. Here’s how:
1. Go to the Instagram website on your computer.
2. Log in to your account.
3. Click on the search icon at the top right corner of the screen.
4. Click on the “Recent” tab to view your recent searches.
5. Find the search term you want to delete and click on it to select it.
6. Click on the three-dot menu icon next to the search term.
7. Select “Delete” from the dropdown menu.
8. Confirm the deletion by clicking “Yes” on the confirmation message.
By following these steps, you can easily delete recent searches on Instagram, whether you are using the mobile app or the web version. This will help you maintain your privacy and keep your search history organized.
