Change the Default Browser in Windows 10

In Window 10 Microsoft Edge is the default browser. Even after installing Chrome or Firefox, it will persist as the default until you manually change it. Follow the steps below to change the default browser in Windows 10.


Open Settings by holding the Windows key and pressing i.

Change the default browser

In the Find a setting box type in Default Apps and then click Default Apps in the search results.

Change the default browser

Scroll down to the Web Browser section.

Change the default browser

Click on Microsoft Edge and then click the browser you wish to use.

Change the default browser

You will be asked to confirm that you wish to change the web browser. You will be able to follow these steps to change the default browser any time you wish.

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