How to Set Links Emailed Through Outlook to Automatically Open in Google Chrome

How to Set Links Emailed Through Outlook to Automatically Open in Google Chrome

This article will guide you through the steps to set links emailed through Outlook to automatically open in Google Chrome.

Step 1: Set Google Chrome as Your Default Browser

The first and most crucial step is to set Google Chrome as your default web browser. This ensures that any web link you click, including those in Outlook, will open in Chrome by default.

  1. Open Settings: Click on the Start menu and select the gear icon to open Settings.
  2. Go to Default Apps: In the Settings window, navigate to Apps and then select Default apps.
  3. Set Default Browser: Scroll down to the Web browser section and click on the current default browser. From the list of browsers, select Google Chrome.

Step 2: Configure Outlook to Open Links in the Default Browser

By default, Outlook uses the system's default web browser to open links. Once you have set Google Chrome as your default browser, links in Outlook should open in Chrome automatically. However, if you encounter any issues, you may need to check your Outlook settings.

  1. Open Outlook: Launch Microsoft Outlook on your computer.
  2. Access Settings: Click on File in the top-left corner, then select Options from the sidebar.
  3. Advanced Settings: In the Outlook Options window, navigate to the Advanced section.
  4. Check Browser Settings: Under the General section, look for the Browsing subsection. Ensure that the option to use the default browser is selected.

Step 3: Handling Specific Link Types

Sometimes, specific link types may not open in the default browser due to certain configurations or protocols. To handle this, you can use a browser extension or a third-party application to ensure all links open in Google Chrome.


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