4 Ways to Stop Chrome From Opening Apps in Android

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Fix 1: Turn off Instant Apps

When you click on alink in Chrome, it may open as an Instant app. This means that the link will open in an app’s environment instead of letting you view it on Chrome.

Step 1:OpenSettings>Apps, tap on thethree dots menu icon, and go toDefault Apps.

Step 2:Tap onOpening Linksand turn offInstant Apps.

If Chrome finds supported links that can be opened in an app, it will open that website in the app. That behavior can be changed from settings.

Go toSettings>Apps>Manage appsand select the app you want to stop Chrome from opening links in. Tap on the drop-down menu next toOpen supported linksand selectAsk every timeorDon’t open.

Note:If you don’t find the option, go toSettings>Apps>Default Apps>Opening Linksand select the app from the list.

Also Read:How to enable the pop-up blocker on Google Chrome

If you’ve enabled Upgrade Web Links, the web links you are trying to open from Chrome might open in an app. Here’s how to turn it off.

Step 1: Open the Google Play Store and tap yourprofile iconat the top right.

Step 2: SelectSettings> tap onGeneral> selectGoogle Play Instant.

Step 3: Now, turn offUpgrade Web Links.

Also Read:How to leave beta program on Google Play Store

Fix 4: Use Another Web Browser

If you continue to face problems despite following the above methods, use a third-party web browser. We recommendMozilla FirefoxorMicrosoft Edge.

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Last updated on 14 May, 2024

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