How to Change Your Default Browser

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Open the Start menu and type "Default Programs".

   You can click the Start button or press ⊞ Win.
   
   This will display the "Default Programs" option in the list of results.
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   Step 2: Launch "Default Programs".

   This will display a list of options you can select from. , This will load a list of all the programs installed on your computer, which may take a few moments. , Scroll through the list on the left to find the browser you want to set as your new default.
   
   The browser will need to be installed in order for it to show up on this list.
   
   If you haven't installed the new browser yet, visit the browser's homepage and download the installer. , Windows will set your new browser to open all browser-related extensions, links, and shortcuts.
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   Step 3: Click "Set your default programs".

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   Step 4: Select the browser you want to use.

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   Step 5: Click "Set this program as default".

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