How to set default browser in Windows 11

Author: Iqbal | Guide: Windows 11 |

If you are looking to update the default browser on Windows 11. Then you are at the right place. Firstly, make sure you have a windows 11 activated. Then go through the below article and read the steps to set the default browser in Windows 11.

Make Firefox or Chrome the Default Browser in Windows 11

Set Default Browser In Windows 11 With 9 Easy Steps

Step-1 Click on the ‘Windows’ icon: Grab your laptop or Pc. Then open it. Now you will have a windows icon on your desktop screen. Next, click on this icon to open on your screen.

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Step-2 Choose the ‘Settings’ option: Once you have opened the windows icon, you will have various app options on your screen. Now click on the Settings app and open it. Or else use the shortcut 'Win+I' to open settings.

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Step-3 Go to the Apps section: Now under settings, from the multiple sections. Go to the Apps sections from the left sidebar. Then click on it to expand the section on your screen.

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Step-4 Click on 'Default apps': Now from the right panel of options opened under the App section. Go to the Default apps to set your default browser on Windows 11. Open the default apps page on your screen.

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Step-5 Search the App: Now, search for the browser you want to set as the default one in the search box located at the top of the “Default apps” page. Here for example we have searched for the Google Chrome browser.

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Step-6 Click on the 'Set default': Now the chrome window appears on your screen.

  • You have to click on the set default button beside the 'Make Google Chrome your default browser' option at the top.
  • Then you have successfully set your default browser on Windows 11.
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Step-7 Set file types: Now that Google Chrome is your default browser on PC.

  • Furthermore, then also you have to manually change the file types such as pdf, HTML, SVG, and more.
  • So click on the button next to Google Chrome under .html.
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Step-8 Choose the App: Now you can see a question on top How do you want to open .html files from now on? Then you need to choose the app for the specific file type. Click on the app you want to set from the list.

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Step-9 Hit the 'OK' button: Once you are done selecting the app. Then click on the Ok button to confirm the changes.

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Can You Set Two Default Browser On Windows 11?

No, you cannot set two default browsers simultaneously on windows 11. However, you may change the default browser in Windows 11.

Can You Reset All Default Apps On Windows 11?

Yes, you can change every default app on windows 11. You have to go to the settings app. Then under it go to the default app and change the settings accordingly.

Can You Set Other Browser For File Types Other Then Default Browser In Windows 11?

Yes, once you set the default browser. You can choose the other browser for file types such as HTML, jpg, etc on Windows 11.

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