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i. There are a few reasons why Chrome might not be opening. Here are some of the most common reasons:
* **Chrome is not installed.** Make sure that you have installed Chrome on your computer. You can download Chrome from the Google Chrome website.
* **Chrome is not currently running.** Make sure that Chrome is not currently running in the background. You can check this by looking for the Chrome icon in the taskbar. If the icon is present, right-click on it and select Exit.
* **Chrome is blocked by your antivirus or firewall.** Some antivirus and firewall programs can block Chrome from running. To check if this is the case, disable your antivirus or firewall temporarily and try to open Chrome again.
* **Chrome is not compatible with your computer.** Chrome requires a certain level of system resources to run. If your computer does not meet these requirements, Chrome may not open.
* **Chrome is corrupted.** A corrupted installation of Chrome can prevent it from opening. To check if this is the case, uninstall Chrome and reinstall it.
If you have checked all of these things and Chrome is still not opening, you can try the following:
* **Restart your computer.** Sometimes a simple restart can fix problems with Chrome.
* **Run the Chrome Cleanup Tool.** The Chrome Cleanup Tool can remove corrupted extensions and settings that may be preventing Chrome from opening. You can download the Chrome Cleanup Tool from the Google Chrome website.
* **Report a problem to Google.** If you have tried all of the above and Chrome is still not opening, you can report a problem to Google. To do this, go to the Chrome Help website and click on the "Report a problem" link.
Here are some additional tips to prevent Chrome from not opening:
* **Keep Chrome up to date.** Google releases new versions of Chrome on a regular basis. These updates often include bug fixes and security improvements. To make sure that you are always running the latest version of Chrome, go to the Chrome Help website and click on the "Check for updates" link.
* **Use a reliable antivirus or firewall program.** A reliable antivirus or firewall program can help to protect your computer from malware and other threats. However, some antivirus and firewall programs can block Chrome from running. If you are experiencing problems with Chrome, try disabling your antivirus or firewall temporarily and see if that resolves the issue.
* **Back up your data regularly.** If you experience a problem with Chrome that causes you to lose data, you may be able to recover your data from a backup.
ii. If Chrome is not opening on your Android device, there are a few things you can try:
1. **Restart your device.** Sometimes a simple restart can fix problems with Chrome.
2. **Force stop Chrome.** To force stop Chrome, open the Settings app and go to Apps & notifications - Chrome. Tap Force stop.
3. **Clear Chrome's data and cache.** To clear Chrome's data and cache, open the Settings app and go to Apps & notifications - Chrome. Tap Storage & cache. Tap Clear data and Clear cache.
4. **Uninstall and reinstall Chrome.** To uninstall and reinstall Chrome, open the Google Play Store and search for Chrome. Tap Uninstall. Once Chrome is uninstalled, tap Install to reinstall it.
5. **Check for updates.** Make sure you are running the latest version of Chrome. To check for updates, open the Google Play Store and tap the profile icon in the top right corner. Tap Manage apps & devices. Tap Manage. Tap Chrome. If an update is available, tap Update.
6. **Contact Google support.** If you have tried all of the above and Chrome is still not opening, you can contact Google support for help.