Make Chrome your default browser

Fri-Dec-2023
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Making Google Chrome your default browser is a straightforward process. Here are the general steps for doing so on Windows and macOS:

Windows:

  1. Open Settings:
    • Click on the Start menu in the bottom left corner of your screen.
    • Select “Settings” (the gear-shaped icon).
  2. Set Default Apps:
    • In the Settings menu, click on “Apps.”
  3. Default Apps:
    • On the left side, click on “Default apps.”
  4. Web Browser:
    • Scroll down until you find the “Web browser” section.
    • Click on the current default browser (it might be Microsoft Edge or another browser).
  5. Choose a Default Browser:
    • A list of installed browsers will appear. Select “Google Chrome” from the list.

macOS:

  1. Open System Preferences:
    • Click on the Apple logo in the top-left corner of your screen.
    • Select “System Preferences.”
  2. General Settings:
    • In the System Preferences window, click on “General.”
  3. Default Web Browser:
    • Look for the “Default web browser” option.
    • Click on the current default browser (likely Safari).
  4. Choose a Default Browser:
    • A list of installed browsers will appear. Select “Google Chrome” from the list.

After completing these steps, Google Chrome should be set as your default browser, and any links you click on should open in Chrome automatically. Keep in mind that the specific steps might vary slightly depending on your operating system version, so if you encounter any issues, consult the documentation or support resources for your specific system.