How to “install” Darija Dictionary as an app
Want to use the dictionary like a real app? You can create a shortcut on your home screen. It’s free, fast, and you don’t need to download anything from the store.
Quick steps
- Open darijadictionary.com in your browser.
- Tap the menu (Android: ⋮ in Chrome | iPhone: Share ⬆️ in Safari).
- Select Add to Home Screen (or Install App).
- Confirm with Add. Done!
Android (Google Chrome)
- Open Chrome and go to darijadictionary.com.
- Tap the menu ⋮ (top right).
- Select Add to Home Screen or Install App.
- You can rename it (e.g., “Arabic Dictionary”).
- Tap Add and confirm.
- Look for the icon on your home screen and open it like an app.
Notes for Android
- Sometimes you’ll see a banner “Install app” at the bottom – you can just tap it.
- On some devices, after “Add” you may need to drag the icon manually to the screen.
iPhone / iPad (Safari)
On iOS, this only works with Safari.
- Open Safari and go to darijadictionary.com.
- Tap the Share button (square with arrow ⬆️).
- Scroll down and select Add to Home Screen.
- Rename it if you want.
- Tap Add (top right).
- The icon will appear on your home screen – it opens without a browser bar.
FAQ
Do I need internet?
Yes, it’s a shortcut to the website.
Do I get push notifications?
Not yet. This is just a shortcut.
Why don’t I see “Add to Home Screen”?
- On iPhone: make sure you’re using Safari (not Instagram, Facebook, or other apps).
- On Android: use Chrome (not incognito) and wait a few seconds.
- Update your browser if needed.
Does it update automatically?
Yes, it always loads the latest version.