How do I remove frequently visited sites icon from Safari on the iPad?

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How do I remove frequently visited sites icon from safari on the ipad

An icon has appeared in Safari under frequently visited sites and I want to remove it

 

[kch50428]

Re: How do I remove frequently visited sites icon from safari on the ipad

tap/hold briefly... release... tap delete

 

[Just_Me_D]

Re: How do I remove frequently visited sites icon from safari on the ipad

Settings - Safari - Clear History & Website Data "should" help.

 

[hearmeoutx]

Re: How do I remove frequently visited sites icon from safari on the ipad

tap/hold briefly... release... tap delete

That is the correct way to clear it. You do not have to clear your browsing history in order to remove them.

 

[pr1nce]

I just tap and hold the icon briefly. Then release, then tap delete.

 

[John yum]

I wish to remove icon off my iPhone