How to Access and Configure Chrome Performance Settings
Learn how to find and adjust Google Chrome performance settings like hardware acceleration and background apps.
Video transcript
To find Chrome performance settings, type chrome://settings/ in the address bar and hit Enter. Scroll down to the 'Advanced' section and then look for 'System'. Here, you'll find options like 'Use hardware acceleration when available' and 'Continue running background apps when Google Chrome is closed'.
Questions and answers
Where are Chrome's performance settings located?
Chrome's performance settings can be found by navigating to chrome://settings/, scrolling to the Advanced section, and then selecting System.
What does hardware acceleration do in Chrome?
Hardware acceleration allows Chrome to use your computer's GPU to improve performance for graphics-intensive tasks.
Can Chrome run background apps when closed?
Yes, Chrome has a setting under System to allow background apps to continue running even after the browser is closed.
How do I enable or disable hardware acceleration in Chrome?
Go to chrome://settings/, scroll to Advanced > System, and toggle 'Use hardware acceleration when available' on or off.
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