Depending on the brand, each smartphone has a default browser that is used to open the page when a web link is clicked. For example, Android devices with stock OS usually come with Google Chrome set as their default browser, but in brands such as Samsung and Apple, the default browser is different. Apple phones use Safari as their default browser, while Samsung devices come preloaded with the Samsung Internet browser. While users can download additional browsers and use them to access the Internet, whenever we click on any external links received on social media or messaging apps like WhatsApp, the phone will continue to open the default browser. However, users have the option to change the default browser by following a few simple steps.
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A step-by-step guide on how to change the default browser of an Android phone:
– Open the Settings app from the phone’s menu.
-Next, tap on ‘Apps’ and select Default apps option.
-If you are unable to locate the option, you may have to tap on the three vertical dots in the top right corner to find it,
Tap on the first option of ‘Browser App’
-Here, you will see the current default browser of your phone as well as another browser installed on your app.
– Select the app you want to make default app.
How to change the default browser of your iOS browser: While Apple advises users to use the company’s default products, you can still continue to change your smartphone’s primary browser by following these simple steps:
– Locate and open the ‘Settings’ app.
– Scroll to your favorite web browser (Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Opera or any other).
– Tap on your chosen browser to open the app’s settings.
– Here you will see a button that lets you switch to your default browser.
– Tap and select the browser of your choosing.
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The decision to change your phone’s default browser entirely depends on your preference. If you prefer the browser’s layout, speed or functionality over your phone’s default browser, there’s no harm in changing it. Plus, you always have the option of converting it back to the original. Changing browser allows you to discover new functionality and features in the web browsing experience.
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