How to Clear Search History on Facebook App

Author: Simridhi | Guide: Facebook |

Facebook allows you to search friends and connect with them. It allows you to add someone on messenger as well. But do you want to clear search history on Facebook app? If yes, you can read this article to learn the steps through which you can do it. Follow along to learn with images.

Clear Search History on Facebook App in 4 Easy Steps

Step 1: Open the facebook app: The first step is pretty simple – all you need to do is open the Facebook app on your device. You can do it:-

  • Either by downloading the app (You simply need to go to the Playstore and type Facebook in the search bar to download the app).
  • Or, by going to Google Chrome and entering Facebook.com. This way you can access Facebook online.
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Step 2: Open the facebook app:- The second step is equally simple. You just need to go to the search bar of Facebook:-

  • Look for the search icon and click on it.
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Step 3: Tap on see all: After you click on the search bar, a drop-down list of searches will open up.

  • Now, what you need to do is click on See all as shown in the picture below.
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Step 4: Tap on clear all: After you click on See All, all searches will open up.

  • You will see the option Clear all in the top right of your screen.
  • Click on it.
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These steps are enough to guide you to clear search history on the Facebook app. Similarly, if you want to refresh Facebook on iPhone, you can do it in a few simple steps.

FAQs

How to find someone on Facebook?

Finding someone on Facebook is very simple. You just need to go to the search bar like explained above and then you need to type the name of the friend you want to search. Most likely you will find their name pop up in the searches.

If I search for someone on Facebook, will they get to know?

No, if you just search for somebody on Facebook, they will not get to know. Although, if you send them a friend request or interact with them via likes, reactions, comments, or shares, they will be notified.

If someone else searches for me on Facebook, will I be notified?

No, like mentioned above, there is no mechanism for you to be notified if someone searches for you or you search for someone.

How to send a friend request to a friend on Facebook?

It is extremely simple to send a friend request to someone on Facebook. You just need to find the profile of the person you want to send a friend request to. Once you are on their profile, click on "Send friend request" to add them.

Is my search history visible to everyone?

No, your search history is private and is not visible to anyone.

These frequently asked questions will leave no question in your mind about how to clear history on the Facebook app.

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