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  • Asked on August 25, 2023 in uncategorized.

    There could be several reasons why Google Chrome is using too much CPU on your computer:

    1. **Too many tabs or windows open**: Each tab and window in Google Chrome requires processing power and memory. The more tabs or windows you have open, the more CPU resources Chrome will use.

    2. **Browser Extensions**: Extensions can increase Chrome's CPU usage, especially if you have several installed and they're continuously running in the background. Some extensions, like ad blockers or security tools carry out computationally-intensive tasks that can significantly increase CPU usage.

    3. **Hardware Acceleration**: Google Chrome has a feature called hardware acceleration that can offload some of the browser's tasks to your computer's GPU. This can sometimes help reduce CPU usage, but it can also increase it in other situations, depending on the specific tasks you're doing in your browser, the specific GPU, and its drivers.

    4. **Malware or viruses**: These can sometimes find their way into your browser and cause high CPU usage. Running a complete system scan would be beneficial.

    5. **Too many background apps running**: If you have a lot of apps running in the background, it might be causing high CPU usage in Chrome.

    6. **Older version or bug in Chrome**: Sometimes there might be a bug or issue in the version of Chrome you are using which is causing excessive CPU usage. Consider updating to the latest version.

    Here are a few potential solutions:

    1. Close unnecessary tabs and windows.

    2. Disable or remove unnecessary extensions. You can do this by typing `chrome://extensions` into the Chrome address bar and disabling any extensions you don't need.

    3. Try turning hardware acceleration on or off. You can find this setting by going to `chrome://settings`, clicking on 'Advanced' at the bottom, and finding "System > Use hardware acceleration when available". You can then restart Chrome to apply the changes.

    4. Use an antivirus application to scan your computer for malware.

    5. Close unnecessary background apps.

    6. Update Google Chrome to the latest version.

    Remember, sometimes Chrome may experience temporary spikes in CPU usage when performing normal tasks, such as loading a complex webpage or playing a video. However, if Chrome consistently uses a large amount of CPU, one of these issues is likely the cause.

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  • Asked on August 25, 2023 in uncategorized.

    Keeping your internet browser up-to-date is crucial for your online security and the perfect functioning of your web pages. Here is a step-by-step guide for updating your Google Chrome browser to the latest version:

    1. Open your Google Chrome browser.

    2. Click on the 'Three Dots' on the top-right corner of the browser window. They represent the menu.

    3. A dropdown menu will appear, hover over 'Help' and click on 'About Google Chrome' in the upcoming submenu.

    4. You will now be redirected to a new tab. Here, Google Chrome automatically checks for updates when you're on this page.

    5. If Chrome detects that a new update is available, it will start downloading it automatically.

    6. Once the update is downloaded, you will see a prompt for relaunching the browser to apply the update.

    7. Click ‘Relaunch’, and wait for Chrome to restart. Chrome will open the tabs that were open prior to the relaunch.

    Remember: Updating Chrome as soon as an update is available is vital to keep your browsing secure and efficient. Google releases updates for Chrome approximately every six weeks, so check frequently to make sure you're always running the latest version. You can also enable automatic updates if supported by your device, to ensure you don't miss one.

    It's worth noting that if you're using a company device and the company controls updates, you may not be able to manually update Google Chrome. If you're having troubles updating, it might be best to talk to your IT department.

    For people using Chrome on Android or iOS mobile devices, the process is different. You will need to update through Google Play Store or Apple App Store, respectively.

    Also, dedicated Chromebook users will need to update their entire operating system to update Google Chrome. This is done by clicking the bottom-right corner of the desktop and then clicking on the 'Settings' icon. From there, you will find the 'About Chrome OS' option which will allow you to check for system updates.

    I hope this helps! Happy browsing!

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  • Asked on August 25, 2023 in uncategorized.

    You can easily disable the auto-fill feature in Google Chrome by following the steps given below:

    1. Open Google Chrome on your computer.
    2. Click the three vertical dots in the top-right corner of Chrome. This will open the More menu.
    3. From the More menu, find and click on "Settings".
    4. In the Settings page, scroll down and click on "Auto-fill" - it should be under the "Privacy and security" section.
    5. There, you can manage the settings for "Passwords", "Payment methods", and "Addresses and more".
    6. Click on each of these sections (one at a time) and toggle off the auto-fill option.

    Here's a more granular instruction for each section:

    - Passwords: This controls whether Chrome auto-fills your passwords on websites. You can turn it off by clicking the switch next to "Offer to save passwords".

    - Payment Methods: This controls whether Chrome autofills your credit card number, expiry date, and the CSV code. Switch off "Save and fill payment methods" to disable it.

    - Addresses and More: This controls whether Chrome auto-fills forms with your addresses, contact details, etc. Disable "Save and fill addresses" to turn this feature off.

    Note: These steps apply to the most recent versions of Google Chrome. If your browser is heavily outdated, the settings might be located in a different place. Updating to the latest version is always a good idea for maintaining security and compatibility.

    Remember, while it might be convenient to have your browser remember passwords and other information, it is generally safer to use a dedicated password manager. These apps usually provide more security than a browser's built-in password management tools. If autofill gets in the way of your browsing, or if you're concerned about privacy, disabling autofill is a good step to take.

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  • Asked on August 25, 2023 in uncategorized.

    Managing bookmarks in Google Chrome is quite straightforward. It involves creating, organizing, and deleting them as per your preference. Here are the steps to effectively manage your bookmarks:

    Creating a bookmark:
    1. Open Google Chrome.
    2. Navigate to the website you want to bookmark.
    3. On the right side of the address bar, click on the star icon.
    4. A box will appear allowing you to name the bookmark and select the folder in which you'd like it stored. Click 'Done' after making your selections.

    Organizing bookmarks:
    1. Click on the three vertical dots on the right side of your browser (the 'Customize and Control Google Chrome' icon).
    2. Hover over 'Bookmarks' and click on 'Bookmark manager'. This will open a new tab.
    3. Use the 'Folders' column on the left side of the screen to organize your bookmarks. You can create new folders, rename or delete existing ones.
    4. To move bookmarks, just click and drag them from one location to another.

    Deleting bookmarks:
    1. Go back to the 'Bookmark manager'.
    2. Right-click on the bookmark you wish to delete and click on the 'Delete' option.

    Importing and Exporting bookmarks:
    If you want to import or export bookmarks, Google Chrome allows you to do this.
    1. Go to the 'Bookmark manager'.
    2. Click on the three vertical dots in the top right corner.
    3. Select 'Export bookmarks' or 'Import bookmarks'.

    These steps should guide you through the process of managing your bookmarks in Google Chrome. By properly organizing and managing bookmarks, you can enhance your browsing experience and quickly access your frequently visited websites.

    Lastly, don't forget that any changes you make will be synchronized across all devices where you're signed into Google Chrome. This cross-platform syncing is one of the benefits of using the bookmarking feature in Google Chrome.

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  • Asked on August 25, 2023 in uncategorized.

    Changing the default search engine in Google Chrome is a straightforward process. Here's how to do it:

    1. Open Google Chrome.
    2. Click on the three-dot menu icon at the top right corner of the browser.
    3. From the dropdown menu, navigate to ‘Settings’.
    4. Once in Settings, scroll down to the ‘Search engine’ section.
    5. You’ll see a drop-down menu under ‘Search engine used in the address bar'. Click on it.
    6. From the selectable list, you can choose your preferred search engine. Options typically include Google, Bing, Yahoo, and DuckDuckGo, or any other search engine you've added manually.

    If your desired search engine doesn't appear:

    1. Select "Manage search engines".
    2. Under "Other search engines," click "Add".
    3. Fill in the fields with the name of the search engine, its keyword, and the URL. Then click "Add".

    Now your Google Chrome browser will use your chosen default search engine.

    Remember, the browser will only use the selected search engine in the address bar and will not affect any search engine designated on specific websites.

    This answer is especially useful for users who prioritize privacy and prefer search engines like DuckDuckGo over Google or those who simply prefer the algorithm/search results of different engines.

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  • Asked on August 25, 2023 in uncategorized.

    Cookies on a web browser like Google Chrome are bits of software that websites place on your computer to remember information about you. They can make your browsing experience more efficient and personalized. At the same time, disabling them can give you a more private browsing experience. Here's a comprehensive step-by-step guide for enabling or disabling cookies on Google Chrome:

    To Enable Cookies:

    1. Open your Google Chrome browser.
    2. Click on the three-dot icon located on the top right corner of the Chrome interface, to access the menu.
    3. Click on "Settings" in the dropdown menu.
    4. In the "Settings" interface, scroll down and select "Privacy and security."
    5. You'll find an option called "Cookies and other site data." Click on it.
    6. Select "Allow all cookies."

    To Disable Cookies:

    1. Go through steps 1 to 5 like you're enabling cookies.
    2. In the "Cookies and other site data" settings, select "Block all cookies."
    - Do note that blocking all cookies can interfere with a lot of websites' performance as they rely on cookies for various functionalities.

    If you wish to disable cookies for specific sites, in the "Cookies and other site data" section, there's an option to "Add" under "Sites that can always use cookies" and "Sites that never use cookies." Here, you can add specific websites and decide your cookie preference for them.

    Remember, it's completely up to your discretion whether or not to enable cookies. Although enabling cookies might enhance your browsing experience, it might also implicate privacy concerns since cookies can remember and store user information.

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  • Asked on August 25, 2023 in uncategorized.

    Here's how you can view your saved passwords in Google Chrome:

    1. Open Google Chrome browser.

    2. Click on the three-dot menu icon in the upper-right corner of the screen.

    3. From the drop down menu, go to 'Settings'.

    4. Scroll down or search at the settings search bar for 'Passwords'.

    5. Click on the 'Passwords' option. There you will see a list of all the websites for which you have saved passwords.

    6. Click on the eye icon next to the website whose password you want to see.

    7. At this point, you may be asked to enter your computer's system password to verify it's you. Enter the system password and you should be able to view the saved password for that site.

    Keep privacy in mind when using this feature. Ensure that you don't leave your passwords visible for others to potentially view and misuse.

    Please note: The option to view saved passwords may not be available in all regions due to local data security regulations. Always maintain a secure and private practice when it comes to managing your passwords, like using a trusted password manager or enabling two-factor authentication where available.

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  • Asked on August 25, 2023 in uncategorized.

    The Google Chrome's "Aw, Snap!" message appears whenever there's a problem loading a webpage. This issue can be caused by a variety of reasons, such as a problem with the website itself, your browser, an extension, your cache or cookies, and many more.

    To solve this issue, you may consider these following steps:

    1. **Reload the Page:** Your very first line of action should be to reload the webpage to see if it resolves the issue as it might just be a temporary problem either on your side or the site's.

    2. **Check Your Internet Connection:** Ensure you have a stable internet connection.

    3. **Try the Page in Another Browser:** Try to open the problematic webpage in another browser. If it opens, then the problem is likely to be with Chrome and not the website.

    4. **Update Google Chrome:** Your Chrome browser could also be out of date, which might be causing the "Aw, Snap!" error. Visit ‘chrome://settings/help’ to check for updates.

    5. **Disable Extensions:** Extensions can occasionally interfere with how Chrome works. Disable all extensions one by one to figure out whether or not they're the cause of your issue.

    6. **Clear Cache and Cookies:** Visit ‘chrome://settings/clearBrowserData’, ensure 'Cached images and files' and 'Cookies and other site data' are checked, and then click on 'Clear data'.

    7. **Create a New Profile:** If the error persists, try creating a new user profile on Chrome. Old and corrupted user profiles can cause this error.

    8. **Reset Chrome Settings:** Navigate to ‘chrome://settings’, click on ‘Advanced’, then click on ‘Reset and clean up’, and finally on ‘Restore settings to their original defaults’.

    9. **Reinstall Chrome:** If all the above solutions fail, uninstalling and reinstalling Google Chrome can typically fix most issues. It's possible that your Google Chrome files have been damaged or corrupted which is causing the error.

    Also, occasionally, the "Aw, Snap!" error can be due to your computer running out of memory, closing unnecessary tabs, programs or apps can help alleviate that issue.

    Remember to back up all important data (like bookmarks and passwords) before taking drastic actions like reinstalling Chrome. If none of these work, then it might be an issue on the website's end, and you might just have to wait it out.

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  • Asked on August 25, 2023 in uncategorized.

    Incorporating audio recordings in PowerPoint isn't as complex as it might initially seem. Here's a step-by-step guide of how to go about adding voiceover or any audio recordings to your PowerPoint presentation:

    1. Open your PowerPoint presentation.

    2. Click on the slide where you want the audio recording to start.

    3. Click on the 'Insert' tab in the toolbar at the top of the PowerPoint.

    4. In the 'Media' section on the far right of the toolbar, click on 'Audio' and a drop-down list will appear.

    5. From the drop-down list, you can pick from two options:

    * 'Audio on My PC' if you have a pre-recorded audio file:
    1. You then navigate to where you've saved your audio file on your PC
    2. Click on the file to select it
    3. Press the 'Insert' button.

    * 'Record Audio' if you want to record a fresh voiceover:
    1. Once you click on 'Record Audio', a small window named 'Record Sound' will appear
    2. You can then click the record button (it's a red circle) to start recording
    3. When you are done, click the stop button (a square in the same button space)
    4. Write a name for your recording in the 'Name' text box
    5. Press the 'OK' button to end.

    6. Once you have inserted the audio, you can click-and-drag to move the audio icon anywhere on your slide for aesthetic purposes. Remember the audio isn't tied to the position of the icon.

    7. You can adjust the audio settings by clicking on the icon to bring up the Audio Tools tab, and under the Playback tab, you can modify settings like:

    * Start: You can set when the audio should start playing. It could be 'On Click', 'Automatically', or 'When Clicked On'.
    * Play Across Slides: This option allows the audio to continue playing across different slides.
    * Loop until Stopped: The audio will play in a loop until you manually stop it or end the presentation.

    Remember to save your presentation to retain these changes.

    Do test your presentation before any formal event to ensure the audio plays as expected. If the audio is being played on a different device, ensure the file has also been transferred - PowerPoint does not embed the audio file into the presentation by default.

    This answer aims to be evergreen, however, do note that the exact tabs and options can vary slightly with different versions of PowerPoint.

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  • Asked on August 25, 2023 in uncategorized.

    Indeed, editing PowerPoint presentations on your smartphone, be it Android or iOS, is definitely possible. You'll need the PowerPoint application, which is part of the Microsoft Office suite, available for both platforms. Here's how you can go about it:

    1. **Install the PowerPoint App**: First off, you'll need to download and install the PowerPoint app from your mobile device's respective store. In Android, it's the Google Play Store, and for iOS, it's the App Store.

    2. **Open the App and Sign In**: Once the app is installed, open it and sign in with your Microsoft account. If you don't have one, you can sign up for free and also get to use some of the free features of Office 365.

    3. **Open Your Presentation**: Post the sign-in process, you can open any presentation that's already stored in your OneDrive or Dropbox integrated with your account. You can also import a presentation from your device's storage or any other cloud storage.

    4. **Start Editing**: After opening your desired PowerPoint file, tap on the slide you wish to edit. Then, tap an object or text box to start editing. The toolbar at the top of the screen has all the features you need, including text formatting, inserting images, transitions, animation features, and so on.

    5. **Saving Your Work**: The PowerPoint app auto-saves your progress to the cloud so you can pick up where you left off on another device. You can also manually save your edits by tapping the Menu button (three lines in the top left corner), then hit 'Save a Copy', and choose your desired save location.

    While the PowerPoint mobile app is very powerful, it's worth noting that some features are restricted for free users, and to fully utilize the app's capabilities, you might need a Office 365 subscription. It's also essential to know that editing on a small screen has its limitations, so for comprehensive edits, a computer might be more efficient.

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