How to Close a Window in Chrome: Easy Steps for Windows and Mac

Learn how to close a window in Chrome using mouse clicks or keyboard shortcuts on Windows, Mac, and Linux with simple tips to restore tabs.

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To close a window in Chrome, click the 'X' button in the top-right corner of the window (Windows) or the top-left corner (Mac). You can also use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Shift+W (Windows/Linux) or Cmd+Shift+W (Mac) to close the active window. This will shut all tabs in the window. If you want to restore them later, consider enabling Chrome’s 'Continue where you left off' setting under Settings > On startup.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the keyboard shortcut to close a Chrome window? Press Ctrl+Shift+W on Windows/Linux or Cmd+Shift+W on Mac to close the active Chrome window.
  2. How can I restore my tabs after closing a Chrome window? Enable the 'Continue where you left off' option under Chrome Settings > On startup to restore your tabs the next time you open Chrome.
  3. Where is the close button located in Chrome on Windows and Mac? On Windows, the close button is the 'X' at the top-right corner; on Mac, it is the red circle at the top-left corner of the Chrome window.

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