How to Change Default Apps for Opening Links on Android and iPhone

Learn how to easily change default apps for opening links on Android and iPhone in just a few steps.

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To change the default app for opening a link: On Android: Go to Settings > Apps > Default apps > Set as default. On iPhone: Go to Settings > scroll down to the app > Default Browser/App. Select your desired app. Follow similar prompts on other devices for specific instructions.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How do I set a default browser on Android? Go to Settings > Apps > Default apps, then select your preferred browser from the list.
  2. Can I change the default email app on my iPhone? Yes, go to Settings > Scroll to your email app > Default Email App, and choose your preferred app.
  3. What if I want to change the default app back? Follow the same steps and select the original app to revert back to it.
  4. How do I remove a default app on Android? In Settings > Apps, select the app and choose 'Clear defaults' to remove it as the default.

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