Mobile device owners have a world of connectivity in the palm of their hands but this power can sometimes be frustrating. Trying to use a tiny screen to view everything a Web site has to offer does not come without its issues. Web browsing on these devices does not need to be a totally hopeless endeavor because there are ways to deal with some of the most common frustrations.
Users who want to access all the features the mobile Internet has to offer are often disappointed by buried or missing features on some Web pages. When visiting one of these pages, check the bottom of the page to see if there is an option to switch to the full Web site. Alternatively, using the Atomic Web browser on the iPhone or the Dolphin browser on Android devices allows mobile device owners to browse the Web as if they were on a desktop computer.
Ads that are built into the sites being visited are rather annoying and closing them can be difficult when using a mobile device. Some Web browsers have built in ad blockers while others have add-ons that will block ads. Tabbed browsing is also made a possibility using these browsers, allowing mobile users to avoid having to switch between different windows when browsing.
Completing an online form can be very difficult using mobile broadband through a small device. No auto fill and a cramped keyboard make this task quite a chore. Safari browser users can enable the auto-fill feature and sync it with their contact information. Owners of non-Apple devices can get LastPass software for $1 per month, which will remember form data and passwords.
Redirecting is another painful process on many mobile devices because users are frequently sent to a mobile version of a home page rather than the specific URL desired. Mobile Internet users can delve into the site archives or search the site to find this URL. Alternatively, they can switch to a browser that displays full Web sites and once again access the link.
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