PARSIPPANY — Your web browser plays an integral part of your online experience. A slow browser can result in sluggish and unpredictable web pages, and you may find that certain images and videos refuse to load. In this article, we tell you how to improve your browser experience.
Are you tired of slow webpages and videos that never appear? Very often, the problem with this comes from your browser. A tired, overloaded browser can cause plenty of problems. Below, we tell you how to improve your web browsing experience.
Begin by blocking pop-up ads
A recent survey found that 35% of American consumers are influenced by ads on websites. That explains the countless number of them that appear, very often ruining your browser experience. News websites can be the worst, unfolding as you try to read an article and placing their popups just as you go to click on something else.
You can block ads on news sites with a pop-up blocker extension. This addition to your browser will stop nuisance ads from appearing in separate windows. It will also block banners that ruin the reading experience.
The popularity of these has meant many websites will put up a request asking you to take down any ad blockers. This is because they make revenue from them. However, there will almost certainly be an option letting you view the website without having to disable it.
Update your browser
Updating your browser should be done regularly. The reasons for this are many. Firstly, it vastly improves security. Even the best browsers are targeted by hackers who try to find new ways of getting into them. Their creators are constantly responding to new threats, that keep these people with ill intent out. However, this is hard to do if you don’t upgrade and download their latest patches.
These developers are also constantly thinking of ways to improve the browser. This can include speeding it up and fixing any bugs or issues. Once again, they can not be rectified if you don’t update.
Luckily, many browsers will update for you automatically. Having great virus protection attached to them is also a good way to keep yourself safe.
Clear your cookies
Cookies are small data packets that are saved on your browser. Websites send you them so they can provide you with data and start loading their website much quicker using your preferences. They’re also used to track where you have been and the choices you have made, so are a way of following you around. A cache is similar but saves items like text and images, so it does not need to be sent to you but can be reloaded immediately.
You can easily delete these items and refresh the browser. You may also want to clear out any saved passwords, but remember to write down the ones you want to keep.
Using a private browsing option is also helpful. All this does is limit the amount of cookies stored on the browser. Keep in mind that it isn’t really private at all and the internet service provider will still be able to see what you do.
Revise your browser extensions
Browser extensions are small pieces of software that attach to the browser. They can be helpful and can be used for many things. For example, the popup blocker mentioned above will be a browser extension. You can also use them for translations or for saving login credentials.
The problem is not all browser extensions are created equally. Some of them can use up lots of resources and slow down the browser. Too many can also have the same impact. Make sure you go through all your extensions and remove the ones you don’t need. You can then think of any you believe would be helpful to have and find a reputable one online to add.
Cut down on open tabs
It can be hard to keep track of your tabs when you are doing multiple tasks or researching. These are the small indentations at the top of the browser that show which page you are currently looking at. Flicking between them makes it quick and easy to skim different pages.
The problem with tabs is that they are a fully functioning web page running in the background. The more you have open, the more resources your computer uses. Cutting down on them by limiting your number and closing unwanted ones can improve your browsing experience. There are also features like tab groups that can help you keep your workspace neat.
These are just a few tips that may improve your browsing experience. A lot of this has to do with the websites you visit. If they have optimized their websites, then using these tips, you should have a smooth visitor experience at most sites you visit.
