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Once you've made Google Chrome your default browser, open up Google Chrome and install the Chrome extension Chrometana. After you add Chrometana to Chrome, you'll see a page asking you to pick. Google Chrome is a cross-platform web browser developed by Google.It was first released in 2008 for Microsoft Windows, and was later ported to Linux, macOS, iOS, and Android where it is the default browser built into the OS. The browser is also the main component of Chrome OS, where it serves as the platform for web applications. Most of Chrome's source code comes from Google's free and open.

There are lots of ways to get more out of Chrome. Below, we put together nine of our favorites.

We'll also include how to open Chrome's experimental settings, known as Flags, and how to reset Chrome to default if you want to start over.

Finding Chrome Settings

To find Chrome settings, go to the Chrome menu (the three dots next to your profile picture) and select Settings, or type chrome://settings into the omnibar.

Here, you'll find a centralized set of controls that manages tabs, search engines, privacy, how content is displayed, how cookies and site data are used, and lots of other settings.

1. No More Notification Requests

Chrome notifications can be useful but they can also create too much noise. Since nearly every website now supports Chrome notifications, you're likely to get way too many requests. Constantly clicking 'no' can get distracting.

The good news is, you can turn them these notification requests in your Chrome settings.

Start here: chrome://settings/content/notifications

You'll see a list of websites with their associated permissions. Right at the top is a toggle switch. By default, it's set to 'Ask before sending,' which means you'll see the 'site.com wants to send you notifications' popup on websites.

Toggle that switch over to 'Blocked' and you shouldn't see any notification requests. Some still do get through, but not nearly as many.

2. Get Around Ad Blocker Blocking

Are you using a Chrome ad blocker to save on bandwidth, speed up browsing, and generally get all those poorly targeted reminders ads off your screen?

Hearthstone install size. Some sites have gotten more aggressive by blocking ad blockers. They'll either lock access until you turn your adblocker off or they'll hit you with a bunch of ads asking you to turn ads back on.

Here's how to take back control. All you have to do is disable JavaScript on the sites that harass you about your ad blocker.

Go here: chrome://settings/content/javascript

The default setting is 'Allowed' for all sites. You can block JavaScript for all sites, or add sites to a block list which cuts off JavaScript just for those sites.

If you block it across all sites, pretty much the whole internet will stop working. So it's best to do it on a site-by-site basis. I recommend blocking JavaScript on a few sites that you use regularly. News sites are perfect examples.

3. Font and Sizing

Sometimes extensions can mess with the default fonts that Chrome uses to display content. Other times you might just prefer a larger font or a clearer one.

Whatever your reasons, you can easily adjust fonts across Chrome in Settings.

Start here: chrome://settings/fonts

You can adjust normal and minimum font sizes as well as customizing the font itself.

4. Review your Passwords

If you're using Chrome Password Manager, you're probably accumulating a massive pile of auto-remembered, auto-generated passwords. That's better than using the same password for everything but it comes with some issues too.

One is that you could lose them if you reset Chrome to its default settings, though there are recovery options. Another is that anyone who sits down at a device with a synced Chrome account on it can see all your passwords by going here:

chrome://settings/passwords

We recommend getting a more secure password manager.

If you're going to keep the Chrome password manager, I suggest you review your passwords for these items:

  • Repetitive use of the same password. Sooner or later, a password will leak. That could be a serious problem is you use the same password across multiple accounts.
  • Old emails for logins. Keep accounts updated with current email addresses so you can reset them quickly during a security break.
  • Weak passwords. I'd use a password generation tool that creates really complicated passwords, that will make it harder for someone to get access to your account.

5. Customize Your Startup Pages

By default, Chrome opens a new, blank search page when you start up the browser. But you can set it to open on any page (or pages) you like. That way, if you need the same sites open when you sit down to work, you can set Chrome to display them automatically every time you relaunch the browser.

Here's where to find the option: chrome://settings/onStartup

You can use an extension to control the New Tab page. But you can also set Chrome to:

  • Continue where you left off by reopening all the pages you had open when you shut down the browser
  • Open with a specific set of pages. You can choose these manually or have Chrome open the pages you have open now.

6. Send a Do Not Track Request

You can set Chrome to automatically send requests to websites to not track you.

How much this actually reduces tracking is open to question. Google doesn't provide information on which websites respect this request. If privacy is a major concern, you should look into privacy-positive extensions that actually do prevent tracking. Sending a request is better than nothing.

Find it here: chrome://settings/privacy

Casino empire game. Enable 'Do Not Track' and click 'Confirm.'

7. Set Flash to Ask First

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By default, Flash player is blocked completely in Chrome. That's because it's an absolutesecurity and privacydumpsterfire. Which is why Chrome is removing support for Flash entirely.

You might be stuck using Flash for something. If you can't get around it, you can have Chrome ask you if you want to use Flash instead of blocking it entirely. This is a much better option than turning on Flash by default.

Start here: chrome://settings/content

Select Flash and toggle the switch to 'Ask first.' There are also Block and Allow lists. You can add sites to these lists to default to one option or the other every time you visit.

8. Mic and Camera Access

If you want to use video-calling tools like Skype, you'll need to hand over control of your microphone and camera.

By default, Chrome sets camera and mic permissions to 'Ask before using.' Just like in other Chrome settings, there's a Block list and an Allow list. Adding apps that you use regularly to the Allow list will make sure your mic and camera always work.

Also, it's good to check what you've given access to. No one wants a rogue site accessing their mic and camera.

Go here: chrome://settings/content

Open Camera, then check that you recognize and are OK with all the apps that have camera access. Go back and do the same with Microphone. To remove an app from the Allow list, just click the trashcan next to it.

9. Send Reports to Google

The Send reports to Google setting is off by default, but it makes sense to enable it. You're not handing Google the keys to the kingdom by enabling this, but you are making it more likely that Chrome's automated detection of suspicious websites will improve and eventually protect you better.

Enable it here: chrome://settings/syncSetup

While you're in there, it also makes sense to enable Safe browsing. You can always disable it later if it seems to be getting in the way.

Bonus: Flags and Extensions

There are ways to access more advanced Chrome features. Chrome Flags allow you to control experimental features which can significantly alter the way Chrome works. https://goosecrets840.weebly.com/pechanga-slot-winners.html. The full list of Flags can be accessed at:

chrome://flags

Here, you'll find tools to change the way Chrome looks, feels, interacts with websites, and more.

We especially love these:

  • Tab freeze and discard (#proactive-tab-freeze-and-discard), which keeps tabs open but stops them running, so they don't use memory
  • Parallel downloading (#enable-parallel-downloading), which splits large files to accelerate downloads
  • Lazy image loading (#enable-lazy-image-loading) which speeds up browsing by forcing images on web pages to load only as you scroll down to them

Here's a full list of Chrome Flags you should consider.

There's also a huge library of Chrome extensions. Some replicate functionality Chrome already has, while others offer really useful additions to what Chrome can do.

Resetting Chrome to Default Settings

If you ever break Chrome by accident and want to reset everything, it's super easy. Scroll to the bottom of settings and click Advanced. Then:

  • On Mac, Chromebook, or Linux: Under Reset Settings, click Restore settings to their original defaults > Reset Settings.
  • On Windows: Under Reset and cleanup, click Reset Settings > Reset Settings.

You can do this at any time. But this won't do a complete reset. Settings like fonts and accessibility might stay the same. To start over completely, you can always create a new user profile in Chrome. Or uninstall and reinstall.

Lesson 1: Getting Started with Google Chrome

Introduction

Google Chrome is a free web browser from Google. With its clean design and advanced features, Chrome has quickly become one of the most popular web browsers worldwide. In this lesson, we'll talk about the features of Google Chrome, how to download and install Chrome to your computer, and how to sign in to Chrome using a Google account.

To learn more about how Chrome was created, check out this Google Book on Chrome's History.

Chrome's features

Chrome has several features that make it easy to browse the web. Learn more about some of Chrome's features below.

  • Speed:Because Chrome was designed with web applications in mind, performance with websites like Gmail and Facebook is especially fast and reliable.
  • Security: Chrome has a variety of tools to help keep you safe online. It is constantly updating, so you're always protected from the latest malware and phishingscams. For example, Chrome will show you a warning whenever you visit a page that is potentially dangerous.
  • Customization: While Chrome's design is simple, the Chrome Web Store makes it easy to customize Chrome with webapps, themes, and extensions.
  • Translation:Whenever you visit a website that's in a foreign language, Chrome will automatically offer to translate the page to your native language. This feature isn't always perfect, but it opens the door to millions of websites you might never have visited otherwise.

Downloading Chrome

Unlike Internet Explorer or Safari, Chrome does not come pre-installed with your operating system. To use Chrome, you must first download and install it to your computer. The process is simple and should take no more than a few minutes.

To download and install Chrome:

  1. Using your current web browser, navigate to www.google.com/chrome.
  2. The Google Chrome download page will appear. Locate and select the Download now button.
  3. A dialog box will appear. Review the Google Chrome Terms of Service, then click Accept and Install.
  4. The Google Chrome Installer will open automatically. The download and installation process may vary depending on your current web browser and operating system. Step-by-step instructions will appear in the browser window if you are not sure how to proceed.
  5. The installer will close when finished, and Google Chrome will open.

Accessing Chrome

  • If you are using Windows, Chrome will add a shortcut on your desktop. Whenever you want to open Chrome, just double-click the icon. You can also access it from the Startmenu or pin it to the taskbar.
  • If you are using a Mac, you can open Chrome from Launchpad. You can also drag Chrome to the Dock for fast access.

If you want to use Google Chrome as your only web browser, you can set it as your default browser. Review our lesson on Customizing Chrome to learn how.

Getting to know Chrome

Chrome offers many of the same features as most web browsers, in addition to its own unique tools. While Chrome is relatively simple to use, its interface may feel incomplete if you are used to a more traditional browser.

Download pro tools recording studio. Click the buttons in the interactive below to become more familiar with the Google Chrome interface.

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Signing in to Chrome

One of Chrome's most powerful features is the option to sign in. Signing in allows you to access your bookmarks, saved passwords, history, and settings from any computer and even some mobile devices.

You will need a Google account to sign in to Chrome. Review our Creating a Google Account lesson from our Google Account tutorial for more information.

If you have a Gmailaddress, you already have a Google account. You can sign in to Chrome using your Gmail information.

To sign in to Chrome:

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  1. Click the Profile icon in the top-right corner of the window (if you are signed in, it will show your name instead of an icon).
  2. In the menu that appears, click Sign in to Chrome.
  3. A sign in form will appear. Enter your Google user name (or Gmail address) and click Next.
  4. On the next screen, enter your password, then click Next.
  5. You are now signed in to Chrome. Click OK to close the dialog box.

We recommend not signing in to Chrome on a public computer. Even if you sign out of your Google account in the browser window, you may still be signed in to Chrome. This could allow others to access your personal information, email, and saved passwords. For more information on privacy in Chrome, review our lesson on Privacy and Security in Chrome.

Adding other users

If you use a family computer, you may want to add other accounts to Chrome, which will allow everyone to access their personal settings and information.

To add other accounts to Chrome:

  1. Click the Chrome menu in the top-right corner of the browser, then select Settings from the drop-down menu.
  2. The Settings tab will appear. Locate and select Add person.
  3. An Add person window will appear. Enter the new user's name, select a picture, then click Add.
  4. A new window will open for that user, with the profile icon in the top-right corner now displaying his or her name.
  5. To switch users, click the profile icon, then select Switch person.
  6. Select the user you want to switch to from the menu that appears.
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Chrome for mobile devices

Chrome can also be used as a web browser on mobile devices. Available for both iOS and Android, the Chrome app allows you to browse the web, open multiple tabs, conduct searches, and more. You'll even have the option to sign in to Chrome on your mobile device, allowing you to sync bookmarks, saved passwords, browsing history, and settings across all of your devices.

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