Are you tired of your Chrome browser always opening on the wrong monitor? Do you have to waste precious time dragging the window to the correct screen every time? Well, there’s good news! It’s possible to set Chrome to automatically open on your desired monitor, and it’s a quick and easy process. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps on how to do it, whether you’re using Windows 10 or macOS.
First, let’s talk about Windows 10. Open Chrome and click on the three dots in the top-right corner of the window. From the drop-down menu, select “Settings.” On the Settings page, scroll down to the “Appearance” section and click on the “Advanced” button. Under the “System” section, you’ll see an option that says “Open new tabs in a new window.” Make sure that this option is enabled. Now, click on the “Default browser” drop-down menu and select the monitor you want Chrome to open on. That’s it! The next time you open Chrome, it will automatically appear on the selected monitor.
For macOS users, the process is slightly different. Open Chrome and click on the Chrome menu in the top-left corner of the screen. From the drop-down menu, select “Preferences.” On the Preferences page, click on the “General” tab. Under the “Window” section, you’ll see an option that says “Open new tabs in a new window.” Make sure that this option is enabled. Now, click on the “Default browser” drop-down menu and select the monitor you want Chrome to open on. That’s it! The next time you open Chrome, it will automatically appear on the selected monitor. So, there you have it. By following these simple steps, you can set Chrome to open on your desired monitor, making your browsing experience more convenient and efficient.
Customizing Mac Terminal Commands
7. Advanced Customization
For advanced users, you can further customize your Terminal experience by creating your own shell functions or aliases. A shell function is a reusable block of commands that you can define and call later. An alias is a shortcut for a command or a set of commands.
To create a shell function, use the following syntax:
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function [function_name] { [commands]}
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For example, the following function creates a new Finder window in the current directory:
function new_finder {
open -a Finder .
}
To create an alias, use the following syntax:
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alias [alias_name]=[command]
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For example, the following alias creates a shortcut for the ls -la command:
alias lla=ls -la
Once you have created your custom functions and aliases, you can add them to your .zshrc file (or .bashrc if you are using bash) to make them available in every Terminal window.
Configuring Multiple Monitor Setup
Step 1: Configure Display Settings
Go to Windows Settings > System > Display. Here, you’ll see a representation of your monitors. Adjust their positions by dragging and dropping them to match your physical setup.
Step 2: Check Monitor Orientation
Ensure that the monitor orientations in the Display Settings match how they’re physically arranged. You can choose between Landscape, Portrait, or Extended options.
Step 3: Extend Your Display
Select the monitor you want Chrome to open on from the Display Settings. Under Multiple displays, choose “Extend these displays.”
Step 4: Choose Preferred Display for Chrome
Open Chrome and click on the three dots menu in the top right corner. Select Settings > Advanced > System. Under “Display,” choose the preferred monitor from the dropdown list.
Step 5: Verify Chrome Behavior
Close and reopen Chrome to check if it opens on the desired monitor. If not, repeat the previous steps and ensure the correct settings are applied.
Step 6: Set Default Settings
To make Chrome always open on the same monitor, under “Launch Chrome in” in the Chrome Settings, select “A specific profile on the desktop.”
Step 7: Use Keyboard Shortcut
You can also use a keyboard shortcut to move Chrome to a specific monitor. Press Windows Key + Shift + Arrow Keys (Left or Right) to shift Chrome between monitors.
Step 8: Use Command Line Argument
If the above methods don’t work, you can use a command line argument to specify the monitor for Chrome. Create a shortcut to Chrome on your desktop, and in the “Target” field, add the following code after the path to Chrome.exe:
--display=
| Monitor Number | Display Name |
|---|---|
| 0 | Primary Monitor |
| 1 | Secondary Monitor |
How To Make Chrome Open In Desired Monitor
Optimizing Chrome's Display Behavior
Chrome is a versatile browser that can be used on multiple monitors. However, by default, Chrome will open in the primary monitor. If you want Chrome to open in a specific monitor, you can change the display settings in the Chrome settings.
Here are the steps on how to change the display settings in Chrome:
1. Open Chrome and click on the three dots in the top-right corner of the window.
2. Select "Settings" from the drop-down menu.
3. Under the "Appearance" section, click on the "Display" drop-down menu.
4. Select the monitor that you want Chrome to open in.
5. Click on the "Done" button.
Chrome will now open in the selected monitor. You can also use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Shift + M to move the Chrome window to the desired monitor.
Additional Tips
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If you have multiple monitors with different resolutions, you can use the "Multiple displays" setting in the Chrome settings to adjust the display settings for each monitor.
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You can also use the "Full screen" mode in Chrome to display the browser in full screen on the selected monitor.
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If you are using a laptop with an external monitor, you can use the "Display" settings in the Windows or Mac settings to configure the display settings for both monitors.
| Platform | Keyboard Shortcut |
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| Windows | Win + P |
| Mac | Fn + F1 |
How To Make Chrome Open In Desired Monitor
If you have multiple monitors connected to your computer, you can choose which monitor you want Google Chrome to open on. Here's how:
- Open Google Chrome.
- Click the three dots in the top-right corner of the browser window.
- Select "Settings."
- Scroll down to the "Display" section.
- Under "Multiple displays," select the monitor you want Chrome to open on.
- Click "Relaunch."
Chrome will now open on the selected monitor.
People Also Ask
How Do I Make Google Chrome My Default Browser?
To make Google Chrome your default browser, follow these steps:
- Open the Start menu.
- Search for "Default apps."
- Click on "Default apps."
- Scroll down to the "Web browser" section.
- Select Google Chrome from the list of options.
How Do I Fix Google Chrome Not Opening On My Desired Monitor?
If Google Chrome is not opening on your desired monitor, try the following:
- Make sure that your monitor is properly connected to your computer.
- Restart your computer.
- Reinstall Google Chrome.
If you are still having problems, you can contact Google Chrome support.
