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Customization issue

No dark mode on iOS

Fix: 1. Enable system-wide dark mode: Go to Settings > Display & Brightness and select 'Dark'. This will change the overall appearance of your iP... ⇲
 
Audio issue

Inconsistent voice dictation on watchOS

Fix: 1. Check your watch settings: Ensure that your Apple Watch is updated to the latest watchOS version. Go to the Watch app on your iPhone, tap... ⇲
 
Content issue

Limited definitions for rare words

Fix: 1. Use alternative resources: If the Merriam-Webster app does not provide sufficient definitions, consider using other dictionary apps or we... ⇲

Missing unabridged dictionary

Fix: 1. Check for additional content: Some dictionary apps offer in-app purchases for expanded content. Go to the app settings or store section t... ⇲

Limited synonym and antonym lists

Fix: 1. Use a thesaurus app: Download a dedicated thesaurus app, such as Thesaurus.com, to find more extensive lists of synonyms and antonyms. 2.... ⇲
 
Slow issue

Slow dictionary look-ups

Fix: 1. Clear app cache: Go to Settings > General > iPhone Storage, find the Merriam-Webster app, and tap on it. If there is an option to 'Offloa... ⇲
 
Features issue

No spell checker feature

Fix: 1. Use iOS built-in spell checker: Go to Settings > General > Keyboard and enable 'Auto-Correction' and 'Check Spelling'. This will help cat... ⇲

No browsing feature like physical dictionary

Fix: 1. Use the search function: While the app may not have a browsing feature, you can use the search bar to look up words alphabetically by typ... ⇲
 
Ads issue

Frequent in-app feedback requests

Fix: 1. Disable notifications: Go to Settings > Notifications > Merriam-Webster and turn off 'Allow Notifications'. This will prevent the app fro... ⇲
 
Search issue

Search integration with iOS is lacking

Fix: 1. Use Siri for quick definitions: You can ask Siri to define a word by saying, 'Hey Siri, what does [word] mean?'. This can provide quick a... ⇲
 
Accessibility issue

Word games not accessible for visually impaired

Fix: 1. Use VoiceOver: Enable VoiceOver on your iPhone by going to Settings > Accessibility > VoiceOver. This will allow you to navigate the app... ⇲
 
UI issue

Jumping search field on app open

Fix: 1. Update the app: Ensure that you have the latest version of the Merriam-Webster app installed. Go to the App Store, tap on your profile ic... ⇲

No back arrow for navigation

Fix: 1. Use the home button: If you need to go back, you can tap the home button to return to the main screen of the app and then navigate back t... ⇲
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