Adding a shortcut allows staff to quickly access important websites—such as MOP—without opening the browser and typing the URL each time. This is especially useful for shared operational devices used by housekeeping and maintenance teams.
Video Demonstration
For a visual walkthrough, watch the video demonstrating how to add a website shortcut to your home screen:
Adding a Website Shortcut Using the Silk Browser
Open the Silk Browser
- Open the Silk browser on the Kindle Fire tablet.
- Navigate to the website you want to add (for example, your MOP login page).
Open the Browser Menu
- Tap the three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
Add to Home Screen
- Select Add to Home Screen.
- Enter a name for the shortcut (for example, “MOP”).
- Tap Add.
The website icon will now appear on the tablet’s home screen for quick access.
Still Need Help With This Topic?
Ask Yourself:
- Did I open the Silk browser?
- Did I tap the three-dot menu?
- Is the shortcut visible on the home screen?
- Is the device using Parental Controls that may block changes?
Support May Ask You:
- Is the device restricted by Parental Controls?
- Was the website fully loaded before adding the shortcut?