Windows 11: How to Make Google Chrome Default Browser!
3 simple and swift ways to set Google Chrome as your Default Browser on Windows 11
Hey there, folks! If you're one of those eager to make Google Chrome your go-to browser on your shiny Windows 11 setup, you've come to the right place. Today, we'll walk you through a couple of simple ways to get it done. So, let's dive right into it.
Method 1: Using Windows Settings
Access Windows Settings: First things first, let's open up your Windows Settings. You can do this by clicking on the Start button and selecting "Settings" from the menu.
Navigate to Apps: Once you're in the Settings menu, scroll down and click on "Apps" on the left-hand side.
Set Default Apps: On the Apps page, you'll see a list of options. Find and click on "Default apps" on the right-hand side.
Choose Google Chrome: Now, scroll down until you find "Google Chrome" in the list of apps. Click on it.
Set as Default: A new window will pop up. Simply click on "Set default," and that's it! You're all set with Google Chrome as your default browser.
Couldn't find these settings? No worries; there's another method you can try.
Method 2: Through Google Chrome
Open Google Chrome: Launch Google Chrome from your Windows 11 taskbar or Start menu.
Access Settings: Once Chrome is up and running, look to the top right for the three-dot menu icon. Click on it and select "Settings."
Navigate to Default Browser: On the left side of the Settings page, you'll see a menu. Click on "Default browser."
Make Google Chrome Default: You'll now see an option to "Make default." Click on it.
Confirm Your Choice: Windows will open a section where you can choose your default browser. Search for "Google Chrome" and select it. Click "Set default."
That's it! You've successfully set Google Chrome as your default browser using either of these two methods.
Bonus: Adjusting Default File Types
You might notice that some file types, like PDFs, still open in your previous browser. If you want to change this, follow these quick steps:
Open a File Type: Locate a file of the type you want to change, such as a PDF.
Select "Switch Anyway": When Windows asks which app to use, click on "Switch anyway."
Choose Google Chrome: From the list of available apps, select "Google Chrome" and click "Set default."
Feel free to repeat this process for other file types if needed.
Stay Ahead with Chrome
Here's a pro tip: Sometimes, when you open Chrome, it might prompt you to set it as the default browser again. If that happens, simply click on it once more, follow the steps, and you'll be right back where you started. From then on, whenever you click on a link, it will automatically open in Google Chrome.
So there you have it, folks – a hassle-free guide to making Google Chrome your default browser on Windows 11.
Thanks for tuning in, and happy browsing!