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Default browser problems on iMac

I have always used Chrome as my default browser. I've just updated Chrome to the latest version and under Apple System Preferences it still shows Chrome as my default browser. However everytime I open a link it always opens it in Safari. Has anyone else had this problem and if so what is the workaround.

iMac 27″, macOS 12.4

Posted on Jun 27, 2022 1:51 PM

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Jun 27, 2022 2:12 PM in response to FGaTOV

Never had the problem with other browsers but a couple things you can try…

Choose something other than Chrome then reselect it.

Try booting into Safe Mode then restart normally. That can fix odd issues.

How to use safe mode on your Mac - Apple Support

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Jun 28, 2022 1:20 AM in response to FGaTOV

Thank you. The Safe Mode reboot fixed it.

KR's.

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Jun 28, 2022 2:01 AM in response to FGaTOV

You're welcome.

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