Switch Windows 10 default browser with hotkeys – superuser

Windows 10 comes with Microsoft Edge as the default web browser, but you may prefer to use a different browser like Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox. Switching the default browser can be done easily using hotkeys. In this article, we will guide you through the process of changing your default browser in Windows 10 using hotkeys.

Step 1: Open the Settings menu

Press the Windows key on your keyboard to open the Start menu. Then, type Settings and click on the Settings app that appears in the search results.

Step 2: Navigate to the Default Apps settings

In the Settings menu, click on the Apps option.

Then, click on the Default apps tab on the left-hand side of the window.

Step 3: Change the default browser

Scroll down until you find the Web browser section. Click on the current default browser, which is most likely Microsoft Edge.

A list of available web browsers will appear. Choose your preferred browser from the list, such as Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox.

Step 4: Confirm the changes

Once you have selected your preferred browser, close the Settings menu.

From now on, whenever you click on a link in an email, document, or any other application, your new default browser will open instead of Microsoft Edge.

Using hotkeys to switch between browsers

In addition to changing the default browser, you can also use hotkeys to quickly switch between different browsers.

Here are some common hotkeys to switch between popular browsers:

By using these hotkeys, you can quickly switch between your favorite browsers without having to go through the settings menu every time.

That's it! You have successfully changed your default browser in Windows 10 and learned how to use hotkeys to switch between browsers. Enjoy browsing the web with your preferred browser!

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