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Fix Regular Google Chrome Crash Errors: Instructions

If you are using Google Dev version of Chrome browser, it is easy to recognize that the latest update is completely unstable, the main problem is due to GPU.

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The following guide provides a clear overview of Instructions, with the most relevant background, details, and practical takeaways.

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Replace Dev version with Beta or Stable:

This is a simple and easy to implement option if you are a person who likes stability. Please refer here and select the appropriate Beta or Stable version:

Fix Regular Google Chrome Crash Errors: Instructions

Turn off GPU function with the command:

The second possible way is to temporarily disable the browser's GPU acceleration feature. Add the following command LINE to the shortcut Properties as shown below:

--disable-accelerated-compositing

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Replace Chrome Dev with the old version:

Scroll to the Google Chrome information data directory via the address:

% localappdata% GoogleChromeApplication

You will see 2 folders with names marked with version numbers as follows:

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Rename the folder to a newer version number, and change the name of the old version directory to match the new version number:

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Then start Chrome, type about: flags address and turn off GPU Accelerated Canvas feature as follows:

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Turn off Chrome, go back to the data folder and change the names of the 2 folders as they were originally, and the problem was fixed.

Delete setup file:

This is the last way you can apply, go to the following address:

% localappdata% GoogleChromeUser DataDefault

And delete the Preferences settings file, including the choice of GPU Acceleration:

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On the other hand, you can delete a single LINE of information instead of deleting the Preferences file as above:

"gpu-canvas-2d"

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Good luck!

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What causes the issue covered in Fix Regular Google Chrome Crash Errors: Instructions?

The following guide provides a clear overview of Instructions, with the most relevant background, details, and practical takeaways.

How can users reduce the risk or fix the problem?

Instructions Overview Replace Dev version with Beta or Stable: This is a simple and easy to implement option if you are a person who likes stability.

When should users seek additional technical support?

Please refer here and select the appropriate Beta or Stable version: Turn off GPU function with the command: The second possible way is to temporarily disable the browser's GPU acceleration feature.

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