Google Chrome stores cache files to speed up web browsing. However, over time, these cached files can slow down your browser or cause outdated content to load. Clearing the cache can help resolve loading issues, free up space, and improve browser performance.
In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to clear cache in Google Chrome with screenshots.
Launch Google Chrome on your computer.
Click on the three-dot menu (⁝) at the top-right corner of the browser.
Select Settings from the dropdown menu.
In the Settings menu, scroll down and click on Privacy and Security.
Click on Clear browsing data.
A pop-up window will appear with two tabs: Basic and Advanced.
Under the Basic tab, check the box for Cached images and files.
You can also select Browsing history and Cookies if needed.
Select the Time Range:
Last hour: If you only want to remove recent cache.
Last 24 hours, 7 days, 4 weeks, or All time: If you want to clear older data.
Click on Clear data.
Wait for Chrome to process the request.
Once the process is complete, restart Google Chrome for the changes to take effect.
For a quicker method:
Press Ctrl + Shift + Delete , Or Press Ctrl + F5 (Windows) or Command + Shift + Delete (Mac).
The Clear Browsing Data window will open.
Follow Steps 4 and 5 to delete cache.
Clearing the cache in Google Chrome is an easy way to fix website loading issues and improve performance. Make it a habit to clear the cache regularly to keep your browser running smoothly.
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