Sideways - Rotate Webpages

Sideways - Rotate Webpages

Even if screen rotation is off

9 ratings
8 reviews
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 11, 2022
  • October 6, 2024

Features

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This Safari extension allows you to rotate any webpage, even when your device's screen orientation is locked. Enjoy a more comfortable viewing experience on your iPhone or iPad.

Rotate webpages
Override screen rotation lock
Safari extension
Works on iPhone and iPad
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What's New in Sideways

1.0.3

October 6, 2024

- Updated setup instructions.

User reviews

It doesn't work for fullscreen

Probably impossible, but I think the next best thing is probably a siri shortcut... still a shame apple hasn't let safari web player auto landscape regardless of orientation lock.

Want to like it. Doesn’t work when I want to.

Want to like it. Doesn’t work when I want to. Like others video doesn’t work and a few other time it does the opposite of what I want.

Doesn’t rotate video

Works great for normal web pages, but doesn’t rotate fullscreen videos.

Better than nothing

It seems safari forces fullscreen mode for vids to be portrait, there is no way around it with the built in fullscreen. This app will let you rotate sideways with the screen lock but even then if you manage to get the fullscreen button to show up in the sideways orientation, it will still auto switch to vertical. As far as I can see the best solution is to use this and hide the bar at the bottom by pressing Aa. Not ideal though.
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Clever

Update: The developer fixed the issue and now it works perfectly.

Very clever and does the job well, but unfortunately breaks the tap-to-jump-to-the-top-of-the-page gesture. I rely on that enough that I’ve disabled this extension. I would love to use this though.

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FAQ

What is Sideways?

Sideways is a Safari extension designed to allow users to rotate any webpage. This feature works even when the device's screen orientation is locked, offering more flexibility in how you view web content.

Does Sideways work on all Apple devices?

Yes, Sideways is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It functions as a Safari extension, integrating directly into your browsing experience on these devices.

How often is Sideways updated?

The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on October 6, 2024. The app was initially released on August 11, 2022, indicating regular updates from the developer.

What is the age rating for Sideways?

Sideways has an age rating of 4+. This suggests it is suitable for a wide range of users and does not contain mature content.

Is Sideways free to use?

Yes, Sideways is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees required to use its webpage rotation functionality.

Does Sideways have ads?

No, Sideways does not contain advertisements. The app is completely ad-free, providing an uninterrupted user experience.

What is the user feedback on Sideways?

Sideways has a rating of 4.2 stars from 9 ratings. This indicates generally positive user sentiment regarding its functionality and utility.