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Fix Google Chrome When Unresponsive & Relaunch Is Not Working
One solution is to update Chrome to the latest version
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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TheGoogle Chrome is unresponsive, relaunch nowmessage can appear inChromeusually when you try to open a link.
Thiserrorwill force you to restartChromeand potentially lose your data, therefore today we’re going to show you how to solve the Google Chrome not responding issue onWindows 10.
Why is Chrome suddenly unresponsive?
If you are using an outdated version of the browser, which lacks some of the most recent and crucial patches and upgrades, and if your browser becomes sluggish, this may signal that you are using an outdated version of the browser.It’s possible that this is the factor that contributes to your Google Chrome browser regularly being unresponsive. Another typical problem is that you have browser extensions installed, which interfere with the functionality of your browser as well as your browsing history.
When you restart the browser, all of the tabs and windows that you now have open will be saved and brought back up automatically, once you hit the Relaunch button.When you restart Chrome, the Incognito windows you have open will not be restored. Click theNot nowbutton if you’d rather not restart the computer straight away. The update will be deployed when you have restarted your browser the next time.
If you keep having problems with Chrome, consider using Opera One. The Chromium engine makes it compatible with all Chrome and Edge extensions and it includes all the standard features you need.
The built-in ad-blocker and absolutely free VPN make it hard to be rivaled by other browsers already.It’s also well current technologies due to it’s built-in AI and social media and messaging apps integration.
Opera One
How do I fix an unresponsive browser?
1. Update Chrome to the latest version
2. Close all running Chrome processes
Keep in mind that this is just a workaround, so you might have to repeat it in order to avoid this problem.
Can’t openTask Manager? Don’t worry, we’ve got theright solutionfor you.
In case Chrome is unresponsive on Windows 10, perhaps ending the Chrome process is the only way to fix it.
3. Set up a different default browser
If you still want to fix Chrome, the solution is still to temporarily set another browser as default. While you’re at it, you can do that with Opera.
By following the steps above, you’ll set a differentbrowseras a default. Few users reported that you can fix the problem by setting Opera as a defaultbrowserand then settingChromeas the default again.
In addition, a few users are also recommending setting your email client as a default email app instead ofChrome.
So if you’re gettingPage unresponsiveerror in Chrome, change your default browser and check if that helps.
You can’t open Control Panel? Take a look at thisstep-by-step guideto find a solution.
4. Run your email client as an administrator
After doing that, your email client will always start with administrative privileges so you won’t have to do it manually.
Several users reported that this problem occurs ifChromeis set to run with administrative privileges.
Therefore if you’re already runningChromeas an administrator, try disablingRun this program as an administratoroption.
On the other hand, ifChromeisn’t running with administrator privileges, you can try running it as an administrator and check if that solves the issue.
This is a simple workaround, but it can come in handy if Chrome won’t open.
If nothing happens when you click on Run as administrator, checkthis expert guideto fix the problem.
5. Disable problematic extensions
After you find the problematic extension, disable it or remove it. If you need to use that extension, you might have to update it to the latest version and check if that solves the issue.
Several users reported thatNortonSecurity Toolbarextension was causing the problem for them, but after disabling it the issue was resolved.
Other users reported this problem after disablingGoogle Docsextension, so if you have Google Docs disabled, be sure to enable it.
If Chrome is unresponsive on Windows 10, extensions can be the main culprit, so be sure to disable them by following the steps above.
6. Turn off the Automatically send usage statistics and crash reports option
7. Delete your Chrome profile and create a new one
If you get theProfile error occurredin Chrome, you can solve it by following the simple steps fromour expert guide.
Renaming the Default folder is one of the quickest methods that can help you if Chrome won’t open.
8. Uninstall Malwarebytes
In case you need to use Malwarebytes, we suggest that you download and install the latest version and check if that solves the problem.
If you need additional info onhow to uninstall programs and apps in Windows 10, check out our article. If Chrome won’t open, the third-party apps could be a problem, so be sure to find and remove the problematic applications.
9. Close Chrome then open the link
If theGoogle Chromeis unresponsive, relaunch nowmessage appears only when opening links in email messages, you can fix it by performing this workaround.
Apparently this message appears if you click a link in your email client whileChromeis running.
One simple workaround is to closeChromecompletely and then click the link in the email message. After doing that,Chromewill start normally and you’ll be able to access the link without issues.
Once again, this is just a workaround, so you’ll have to repeat it every time the issue appears.
Alternatively, you can just copy and paste the link from your email client toChromeas a temporary workaround. This isn’t the most effective solution, but it should help you with this problem, so be sure to try it.
10. Add -process-per-site parameter to Chrome
After doing that,Chromewon’t start any additional processes for every opened tab, and the issue should be resolved. Keep in mind that you need to use this shortcut to startChromeevery time.
By using this shortcut you’ll ensure thatChromeis running with the necessary parameters.
Keep in mind that this isn’t the best long-term solution, but it will help you withPage unresponsiveerror in Chrome.
11. Clear your cache
12. Reinstall Chrome
If the Google Chrome unresponsive issue still persists, you might be able to fix it simply by reinstallingChrome. Sometimes the installation can become corrupted and that can cause this and many othererrors.
To fix the problem, simply uninstallChromeand then download the latest version.
If you need more info onhow to uninstall Google Chrome in Windows 10, take a look at our in-depth guide.
Few users are also recommendingdownloading Chrome Canary, so you might want to try that as well. Keep in mind that Canary is an experimental version of the browser, so although it offers many bug fixes, it can also be unstable to use.
How often should I restart Chrome?
It is recommended that Chrome be restarted at least a couple of times each week, if not daily, for optimal performance and to avoid issues such as Google Chrome unresponsive one.
GoogleChromeis unresponsive, relaunch nowmessage can cause certain inconvenience, but you should be able to fix it by using one of our solutions.
Feel free to tell us in the comments section below what worked for you or any other solution that helped you.
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Milan Stanojevic
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Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
