Edge won't let me change default browser to google

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Edge won't let me change default browser to google

vincent balanky 0

Edge won't let me change default browser to chrome

George Thornton 0 Reputation points

2026-06-01T15:30:35.0166667+00:00

Having this same problem that came up within the past few days, Bing is the only option in the dropdown menu for me
Clary-N 12,035 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2026-06-02T04:04:05.5233333+00:00

Hi George Thornton,Thanks for reaching out.

To better understand what’s happening, could you please share a screenshot of what you’re seeing (especially the dropdown showing only Bing) and let me know when the issue first started as well as what troubleshooting steps you’ve already tried so far. This will help us narrow down the cause and guide you more effectively.

Looking forward to your update.

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George Thornton 0 Reputation points

2026-06-01T15:30:35.0166667+00:00

Having this same problem that came up within the past few days, Bing is the only option in the dropdown menu for me
Clary-N 12,035 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2026-06-02T04:04:05.5233333+00:00

Hi George Thornton,Thanks for reaching out.

To better understand what’s happening, could you please share a screenshot of what you’re seeing (especially the dropdown showing only Bing) and let me know when the issue first started as well as what troubleshooting steps you’ve already tried so far. This will help us narrow down the cause and guide you more effectively.

Looking forward to your update.

Answer 1

Hi vincent balanky,

Thanks for reaching out. I just want to confirm I’m understanding your concern correctly.

Are you trying to change the default search engine in Microsoft Edge from Bing to Google, but the option isn’t available or doesn’t stay saved?

If you could, please check under: Settings and more ... > Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Search and connected experiences >Address bar and search and let me know what do you see under “Search engine used in the address bar”? For example, is the dropdown greyed out, missing or does it switch back to Bing after you select Google?

A quick screenshot of that page would also be really helpful.

Also, are you signed in to Edge with a work or school account or a personal Microsoft account?

Once I have a bit more detail, I’ll guide you through the next steps.

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Clary-N 12,035 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2026-05-30T07:43:11.9633333+00:00

Hi vincent balanky,

May I know if you have got any chance to check my answer?

I am glad to help if you have any other questions.

Answer 2

In Windows 10 or Windows 11 in S mode, Microsoft Edge must remain the default browser and Bing must remain the default search engine. Chrome (or any other browser) cannot be set as the default while the device is in S mode.

To change the default browser to Google Chrome, Windows must first be switched permanently out of S mode. After switching out of S mode, any browser (including Chrome) can be installed and set as the default in Settings > Apps > Default apps.

Note that switching out of S mode is one‑way; it is not possible to return to S mode afterward.

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