Google Chrome User Guide: Desktop and Mobile

How to Clear Cache on Google Chrome

Desktop Version

1. Open Google Chrome.
2. Click on the three vertical dots in the upper right corner of your browser. This will open the settings dropdown menu.
3. Click on "More tools", and then select "Clear browsing data".
4. A new window will open. Here you can select "Cached images and files".
5. Choose the time range for which you want to clear cache. To clear the entire cache, select "All time".
6. Click on "Clear data".
7. Close and re-open your browser to ensure the changes take effect.

Mobile Version (Android & iOS)

1. Open the Chrome app.
2. Tap on the three vertical dots (Android) or the three horizontal dots (iOS) at the bottom right of your screen.
3. Tap "History", then "Clear browsing data".
4. Check "Cached images and files".
5. Select the time range you want to clear. To clear all cache, select "All time".
6. Tap "Clear data".

How to Check for Updates on Google Chrome

Desktop Version

1. Open Google Chrome.
2. Click on the three vertical dots in the upper right corner of the browser.
3. Hover over "Help", then click on "About Google Chrome" in the slide-out menu.
4. Chrome will automatically check for updates. If an update is available, it will download and install it automatically.
5. You may need to relaunch your browser to complete the update.

Mobile Version (Android & iOS)

1. Open the Google Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS).
2. Search for "Google Chrome".
3. If an update is available, the "Update" button will appear. Tap on it to update Chrome.

Additional Tips

Desktop and Mobile

• Incognito Mode: To browse privately, use Incognito Mode. On desktop, click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner, then select "New incognito window". On mobile, tap the three dots, then "New incognito tab".
• Bookmarking: To bookmark a site, click or tap the star icon in the right of the address bar. Edit the name and select the folder where you'd like the bookmark to reside.
• Extensions (Desktop only): Enhance your browsing experience by adding extensions. Navigate to "More tools" > "Extensions", then click "Open Chrome Web Store" at the bottom to add new ones.

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