Get predictions in the address bar

1. Open Chrome.
2. Start typing the suggestion you want to remove.
3. Use your keyboard down arrow to highlight the URL.
4. Remove the suggestion:
   • Windows: Press Shift + Delete
   • Mac: Press Shift + fn + Delete
   • Chromebook: Press Alt + Shift + Backspace

1. Open the Chrome app ..
2. Start typing the suggestion you want to remove.
3. Press and hold the result.
4. In the box that pops up, touch OK.

The prediction service is typically turned on by default. To turn it off:

1. Open Chrome.
2. In the top right, click the Chrome menu  .
3. Click Settings > Show advanced settings.
4. In the "Privacy" section, uncheck Use a prediction service to help complete searches and URLs typed in the address bar.

Remove matches from your browsing history and bookmarks

The address bar also shows matches from your browsing history and your bookmarks. Even if you turn off predictions, matches from your browsing history and your bookmarks will still appear in your search bar.

If you don't want to see this info in your predictions, clear your browsing history and delete your bookmarks.

The prediction service is typically turned on by default. To turn it off:

1. Open the Google Chrome app .
2. Touch the Chrome menu, which might look like either three dots or a tab .
3. Touch Settings > Privacy.
4. Touch the checkbox next to Search and URL suggestions.

Remove matches from your browsing history and bookmarks

The address bar also shows matches from your browsing history and your bookmarks. Even if you turn off predictions, matches from your browsing history and your bookmarks will still appear in your search bar.

If you don't want to see this info in your predictions, clear your browsing history and delete your bookmarks.