Tip: If you've used a different browser, like Firefox, you can import your settings into Chrome. If you have issues when you download Chrome on your Windows computer, use the alternate …

Set Chrome as your default web browser Important: If you don't have Google Chrome on your computer yet, first download and install Chrome.

To get results from Google each time you search, you can make Google your default search engine. Set Google as your default on your browser If your browser isn’t listed below, check its …

Clear cache & cookies When you use a browser, like Chrome, it saves some information from websites in its cache and cookies. Clearing them fixes certain problems, like loading or …

Remove unwanted programs on your computer Before you reset your browser settings, check your computer for unwanted programs. Learn how to reset your browser settings.

Search in Dark theme on Google In a browser, like Chrome or Firefox, you can choose your preferred theme for Google Search. If you prefer a specific color scheme for Search pages, …

Set your startup page You can control what page or pages appear when you launch Chrome on your computer.

Browse through your open tabs on your device's app list Install and manage extensions Join Chrome Beta for Android Change your Search browser settings

Problems with pop-ups Using a Chrome device at work or school: You can't change this setting yourself, but your network administrator can set up the pop-up blocker for you. Learn how to …

For your safety, the browser checks if your settings have been changed every time you launch Chrome. If Chrome notices that something’s not right in your settings, it will automatically go …