How to reset default settings in an Internet browser

If you have been experiencing problems with your Internet browser, it may be necessary to reset the default settings. Doing this will not delete your bookmarks or browsing history, but it will restore the browser to its original, factory settings. Here’s how to reset default settings in popular browsers:

Google Chrome:

1. Open Chrome and click the three dots in the top-right corner.

2. Select “Settings” from the drop-down menu.

3. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click “Advanced.”

4. Under the “Reset and clean up” section, click “Restore settings to their original defaults.”

5. A pop-up window will appear; click “Reset settings” to confirm.

Mozilla Firefox:

1. Open Firefox and click the three lines in the top-right corner.

2. Select “Options” from the drop-down menu.

3. Click the “Advanced” tab at the top of the page.

4. Under the “Reset” section, click “Reset.”

5. A pop-up window will appear; click “Reset Firefox” to confirm.

Microsoft Edge:

1. Open Edge and click the three dots in the top-right corner.

2. Select “Settings” from the drop-down menu.

3. Scroll to the bottom of the page and click “Advanced.”

4. Under the “Reset” section, click “Reset.”

5. A pop-up window will appear; click “Reset” to confirm.

Safari:

1. Open Safari and click the gear icon in the top-right corner.

2. Select “Reset Safari” from the drop-down menu.

3. Check the boxes next to the options you want to reset (typically all of them).

4. Click “Reset.” A pop-up window will appear; click “Reset” to confirm.

If you are still having problems with your browser after resetting the default settings, you may need to uninstall and reinstall the browser.