Are you bored of using your default browser, Or do you simply want to change your web browser? If yes, then stick to the end of the article to learn how to change your default web browser in Android.
Default browser refers to the web browser that opens the link or page on its own without any ask prompt. The default browser is always from the already installed web browsers on the phone. In case you don’t have the preferred browser installed on your phone, you won’t be able to set that as your default browser. You have to pre-install the needed browser to get it in operation.
Why Change Your Default Browser?
There are several reasons to change the default browser on your phone. For some people, the default browser is fine – because they don’t know that they can actually change the browser within seconds. Well, there are hell lot many people who are actually irritated by their default browser – I am raising my hands first and high!
One primary reason I hated my phone’s default browser is that it does not have my passwords saved. And yes, I was also not used to it. Simply – my default browser (regularly used) and my phone’s default browser were not the same, lol 😉
You should change your default browser if –
- You don’t find the surfing process smooth.
- The default browser lacks any advanced or needed features.
- Your passwords are not saved on your default browser.
- Your default browser is slow.
Now, let’s dive into the step-by-step process of changing your default browser.
How to Change Your Default Web Browser on Android Phones?
Before proceeding with the process, it is important to make sure – your preferred web browser is installed on your phone.
Different Android devices have different options to change the default web browser. Therefore, the article covers the process for all the popular mobile phones to make the process easier for users.
Here are the generalized steps for changing the default web browser on Android phones.
Naivgate to Settings > Installed apps/apps option > Default option > browser option > preferred browser option > Done!
Here’s how to change your default web browser on Samsung Android phones:
- Go to the Setting.
- Search and tap on the Apps option.
- Click on the Choose default apps option.
- Click on the Default browser app option and look for your preferred browser option in the list.
- Tap on the chosen browser.
- Voila! You have successfully changed your default web browser.
Change your default web browser on Xiaomi Android phones:
- Go to the Settings.
- Search and tap on Installed apps under the Device category.
- You will see three dots at the top right corner. Tap on those three dots.
- Choose the Default apps option from the opened menu.
- Click on the Browser option.
- Tap on the preferred browser.
- Voila! You have successfully changed your default web browser.
Change your default web browser on Vivo Android phones:
- Go to the Settings.
- Tap on the More settings option.
- Click on the Applications option.
- Click on Default app settings.
- Tap on the Browser option.
- Select the preferred browser.
- Voila! You have successfully changed your default web browser.
Change your default web browser on Oppo Android phones:
- Open the Settings.
- Click on the App management option.
- Tap on the Default apps option.
- Click on the Browser app option.
- Select the preferred browser.
- Voila! You have successfully changed your default web browser.
Want to go back to your old default browser?
If you do not like your new browser settings, you can reset your default web browser to the original.
- Go to the Settings.
- Click on Apps / Installed apps / App management option.
- Click on the three dots at the top right corner.
- Tap on the Reset app preferences options from the menu.
- Click on the Reset option. Done!
I hope the article has helped you change the default web browser. Each browser has its own advantages and features. Therefore, it is important to set your default web browser according to your requirements and needs.
