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How to Add the Cosmos Web App as an App to iPhone/iPad or Android Devices

Learn how to add Cosmos to the home screen of your device.

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Written by Felix
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Adding the Cosmos web app to your device's home screen allows for quick and easy access, making it function similarly to a native app.

Follow the steps below for your specific device:

On iPhone or iPad (Safari)

  1. Open Safari

    • Launch the Safari browser on your iOS device.

  2. Navigate to the Cosmos Web App

  3. Access the Share Menu

    • Tap the Share icon (a square with an upward arrow) located at the bottom of the screen.

  4. Add to Home Screen

    • Scroll through the share options and select Add to Home Screen.

  5. Confirm Addition

    • Rename the shortcut if desired.

    • Tap Add in the top-right corner.

  6. Locate the Icon

    • The Cosmos web app icon will now appear on your home screen.


On Windows

You can also add the Cosmos Web App to your Windows PC and similar devices, allowing it to work like a native app. Here’s how to do it using Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge

Using Microsoft Edge

  1. Open Edge

    • Launch the Microsoft Edge browser on your Windows device.

  2. Navigate to the Cosmos Web App

    • Enter the Cosmos web app URL in the address bar and press Enter.

  3. Access the Edge Menu

    • Click the three horizontal dots in the top-right corner of the browser window.

  4. Install the App

    • Hover over the Apps option.

    • Click on Install this site as an app.

    • Confirm Installation: In the dialog box that appears, you can rename the app if desired, then click Install.

  5. Pin the App

    • After installation, you can choose to pin the app to the taskbar or Start menu for easy access.

  6. Locate the App

    • The Cosmos Web App will now function as a standalone application on your Windows device.

Using Google Chrome

  1. Open Chrome

    • Launch the Google Chrome browser on your Windows device.

  2. Navigate to the Cosmos Web App

    • Enter the Cosmos web app URL in the address bar and press Enter.

  3. Access the Chrome Menu

    • Click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner of the browser window.

  4. Install the App

    • Hover over the More tools option.

    • Click on Create shortcut….

  5. Enable Open as Window

    • In the dialog box that appears, check the box labeled Open as window.

  6. Create the Shortcut

    • Click the “Create” button.

  7. Locate the App

    • The Cosmos Web App will now appear as a standalone application in your Start menu and can be pinned to your taskbar for quick access.


On Android Devices (Google Chrome)

  1. Open Chrome

    • Launch the Chrome browser on your Android device.

  2. Navigate to the Cosmos Web App

    • Enter the Cosmos web app URL in the address bar and load the page.

  3. Access the Menu

    • Tap the three vertical dots (menu) in the top-right corner.

  4. Add to Home Screen

    • Select Add to Home Screen from the dropdown menu.

  5. Confirm Addition

    • Rename the shortcut if desired.

    • Tap Add, then confirm by dragging the icon to your desired location.

  6. Locate the Icon

    • The Cosmos web app icon will now appear on your home screen.

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