Google Chrome combines a minimalistic design and advanced functionality that allows you to make working on the Internet as fast, easier and safer as possible. The main feature of this browser is practicality in operation and simplicity in the interface. Thanks to easy navigation and simple personalization settings, you can focus on work and not be distracted by unnecessary buttons, menus and options.
Let's take a closer look at this browser, consider how useful the "default browser" function is. We will also learn how to make Google Chrome the default browser on Xiaomi devices running MIUI.
What is the default browser?
Every user, when working with a computer, probably encountered a toast notification warning that your browser is not the default browser. What is it and how do I perform this procedure?
There are a large number of different web browsers (browsers), which differ from each other in functionality, interface and features. The most popular browsers: Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Opera. Several browsers can be installed on your computer, however, most often you use the same one.
By default, it means that all hyperlinks, HTML or MHT files will be opened in the selected browser.
Every web browser will ask the question, "Make your default browser," until you select one specific one – the one you use most often. What's in it for you? For example, in an e-mail message or in correspondence in the messenger, you meet a link (to a video, page, file, etc.) and want to click on it. It will open in the default browser.
Is it possible to make Google Chrome the default browser on Xiaomi
Google Chrome is the world's most popular browser. It is in demand among users because of its simple interface, fast operation and high security. Chrome combines the main powerful functions of a web browser:
- Manage tabs and extensions. The browser has a single search and address bar – "omnibox" with autocomplete function, offers keywords for popular sites, remembers open tabs.
- Malware detection. Built-in isolation technology prevents the installation of malware, and automatic updating in time equips the system with up-to-date security patches.
- Wide possibilities of personalization. In Google Chrome, you can work with multiple tabs at once, add favorite pages to bookmarks, and use drag-and-drop to sort the tabs.
- Configure privacy settings and synchronize data. If necessary, you can delete browser data: browsing history, cache, cookies, plug-in data, etc. Additionally, you can set your own privacy settings for each of these parameters.
Xiaomi is the best-selling smartphone in the budget segment. On the Chinese version of devices from the factory, "My Browser" is set as the default browser, since Google services in the Asian region are not in demand. Is it possible to make Google Chrome the default browser on Xiaomi? Yes, and this process will only take you a few minutes. Consider a detailed instruction on how this can be done.
Installation Order
How to make Chrome the default browser on Xiaomi? First of all, you need to install the desired browser from Google Play, in this case – Google Chrome. Next, you need to do the following:
- Open the phone settings, select "All applications" at the bottom of the list.
- In the upper right corner click on the icon with three vertical dots.
- Select "Default Applications", then "Browser".
- From the list of installed browsers, select Google Chrome.
For smartphones and tablets with an older version of the interface running on MIUI 8 and below, the instruction will be slightly different:
- Open the phone settings, select the "Installed applications" item.
- At the bottom of the page go to the "Default" menu (gear icon).
- Select the "Browser" item, then Chrome.
Even if you are not a devoted fan of google's browser, it is worth changing the factory-installed web browser on Xiaomi for several reasons:
- Unnecessary notifications in the default browser do not disappear automatically, they must be removed manually.
- The built-in Mi browser has an annoying news feed. Immediately from the start page you will see a panel with news, which is also present on all opened tabs. There is no button to disable it in the browser.
- When working on an outdated version of the firmware, the browser uses a large amount of RAM and often hangs.
But what if you want not only to change the default browser, but also to disable the built-in Xiaomi browser? Let's see what you need to do for this.
Disabling the browser
Often this procedure is not necessary, since "My Browser" does not interfere with the work of other search engines. But if you still need to get rid of it, first of all you need to install the application "ES Explorer" from Google Play. Next, you need to open the application, select the "Internal Memory" section, then select the "Browser" folder and delete it.
Note! The built-in browser from Xiaomi is integrated into the system, so root rights will be required to remove it. However, the developers do not recommend deleting system files, as this can lead to software failures and irreparable breakdowns.
A more secure alternative for your smartphone is to go to the applications section, then "Settings", select the browser, and then clear the cache, erase all data and stop its operation.
Factory reset
In xiaomi smartphones and tablets, serious problems can occur, which can only be corrected by resetting to factory settings. What should you do if, for example, an important system application has been deleted on your device or the fingerprint scanner has stopped working? There are several ways to reset your settings to factory settings.
Via Mi PC Suite. The program for your computer will help you perform a simple factory reset:
- Connect the device to your computer.
- Log in to your Mi account.
- Wait for the program to detect the device.
- Select the option "Delete data"
Via Mi Cloud. It's a good option if your device isn't synced to your Google Account. The application provides cloud storage capabilities and allows you to carry out a number of system procedures.
- We open the official website of Mi Cloud.
- Log in to your Mi-account.
- Select the "Find my device" item.
- Wait for the program to detect the device.
- Select the "Erase data" item.
Through Mi Recovery. It is recommended to use this method in critical situations when the phone does not respond to any actions.
- Unplug your smartphone.
- Hold down the power and volume up button.
- In the Mi Recovery menu, select "Wipe Data", then "Wipe All Data"
- Click "Confirm" on the pop-up notification.
- After the data is reset, "Data wiped Successfully" will appear.
- Go to the main menu and select "Reboot"
Remember! If the smartphone is operating normally, then returning to factory settings without prior preparation will lead to the loss of all data. To avoid this, you need to: create a backup file, transfer all media files to a third-party medium, check the connection to Mi and Google accounts, and also remove the SD card, if any.
