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How to Enable and Use Compatibility View Settings in Chrome
Follow these easy solutions to access the Compatibility view in Chrome
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Some websites are designed for older browsers that don’t work on the latest browsers. So, the Compatibility view settings in Chrome will allow users to use features in the previous version, suiting the site’s preferences.
Also, users reportChrome not syncing with Windows 11, making it difficult to track data.
Does Google Chrome have Compatibility view settings?
Chrome browser is one of the most advanced browsers. It has several features that give it a unique edge over other browsers. The compatibility view settings in Chrome is one of those features.
Furthermore, users can initiate the compatibility mode to access incompatible websites inGoogle Chrome without crashing. These websites are designed to work on older versions of browsers. Hence, they may not run smoothly on the newer versions.
However, the compatibility mode will break the standard of sites that can work with the browser. It does this by getting the page to appear like it did on theold Chrome version. Hence, it helps support pages that may not have all the latest browser features.
How do I enable and use the compatibility view settings in Chrome?
Using the compatibility view settings in the Chrome browser can be done in a few ways. Before proceeding, go through the following:
The above checks will prepare the Chrome browser for the view switch. Go ahead with the steps below to enable the compatibility view settings in Chrome:
1. Run Chrome in Compatibility Mode on your PC
Running the Google Chrome browser in compatibility mode allows it to get around app version requirements that may prevent it from working in the Compatibility view.
2. Add the IE tab extension to Chrome
Adding the IE tab to theChrome extensionwill help you use the Compatibility View feature in Internet Explorer.
In conclusion, our readers can read aboutenabling compatibility view settingson Windows 11.
You can also read about what to do ifInternet Explorer is not keeping the compatibility view settingsyou enabled on the browser.
If you have any questions or suggestions, kindly drop them in the comments section below.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.
