Effortless Guide- How to Switch Your Default Browser from Internet Explorer to a Modern Alternative

How to Change Default Browser to Internet Explorer

In today’s digital age, web browsers have become an integral part of our daily lives. While Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Safari have gained significant popularity, Internet Explorer (IE) still holds a special place in the hearts of many users. If you are one of those who prefer IE as your default browser, here’s a guide on how to change the default browser to Internet Explorer on Windows and macOS.

Changing Default Browser on Windows

1. Open the Internet Explorer browser and click on the gear icon in the upper-right corner to access the settings menu.
2. Select “Internet Options” from the dropdown menu.
3. In the “Internet Options” window, go to the “General” tab.
4. Under the “Home page” section, you will see an option labeled “Use current.” Click on the “Use current” button to set the current page as your homepage.
5. Click “OK” to save the changes.
6. Now, go to the Control Panel by clicking on the Start button and selecting “Control Panel.”
7. In the Control Panel, click on “Programs” and then “Default Programs.”
8. In the “Default Programs” window, click on “Set your default web browser.”
9. From the list of available browsers, select “Internet Explorer” and click “Next.”
10. Confirm the changes by clicking “Finish.”

Changing Default Browser on macOS

1. Open the Apple menu and select “System Preferences.”
2. Click on “Internet” to open the Internet preferences.
3. In the “Internet” window, click on the “General” tab.
4. Under the “Home” section, you will see an option labeled “Address.” Click on the “Address” field and enter the URL of the website you want to set as your homepage.
5. Close the “Internet” preferences window.
6. Now, open the Apple menu again and select “System Preferences.”
7. Click on “Security & Privacy.”
8. In the “Security & Privacy” window, click on the “General” tab.
9. Under the “Web Content” section, make sure the option “Allow managing specific websites” is enabled.
10. Click on the lock icon in the lower-left corner and enter your administrator password to make changes.
11. Click on “Manage Website Settings.”
12. In the ” Websites” tab, scroll down to the “Plugins” section and make sure the “Internet Explorer” plugin is enabled.
13. Close the “Security & Privacy” window and restart your Mac.

By following these steps, you can easily change the default browser to Internet Explorer on both Windows and macOS. Enjoy a seamless browsing experience with your preferred browser!