How to Restart Chrome in Windows 10: A Comprehensive GuideUpdated 19 days ago
To restart Chrome in Windows 10, type chrome://restart in the address bar and press Enter. This will instantly close and reopen Chrome while restoring your open tabs. Alternatively, you can manually restart Chrome by clicking the X button to close it and then reopening it from the Start menu or desktop shortcut.
Key Highlights: Restart Google Chrome in Windows 10
- Using the Chrome Menu: Close Chrome using the three-dot menu and select Exit. Reopen it by clicking the Chrome shortcut on your desktop or taskbar.
- Using Task Manager: Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc), find Google Chrome, and select End Task to force close it. Reopen Chrome by clicking the icon on your desktop or taskbar.
- Using the “chrome://restart” Command: Type chrome://restart in the address bar and press Enter to instantly restart Chrome and reload your tabs.
- Restarting the Computer: If Chrome is unresponsive, restart your Windows 10 PC to resolve system-wide issues and then reopen Chrome.
- Performance Tips: Regularly clear cache and cookies, update Chrome, and disable unnecessary extensions to maintain optimal performance.