How to Fix Chrome Browser Not Open/Working in Windows 10 Creator

"Hello, do you know how to get damaged Chrome to operate again with Windows 10 Creator PC? I upgraded my machine to Windows 10 Creator approximately two weeks ago, and everything works fine. Yesterday, I attempted to utilize Chrome to find some interesting files online. But the browser would not launch. I tried again and again, but it simply wouldn't work. So, do you know how I can repair this problem and get Chrome to operate again?"

It appears that Chrome has created some troubles for many Windows 10 Creator customers. If you are experiencing a similar problem with Chrome, or if you are unable to open or use Chrome to search and get desired answers online, please relax and follow the steps provided below to repair and fix the Chrome browser not opening or won't function error right now.

Quick solution: Upgrade Chrome to the latest version

If you neglect to upgrade software, applications, or apps in your PC after installing the Windows operating system, you may be unable to use them again owing to compatibility issues. Old applications, software, or programs may not completely support or be compatible with the latest Windows operating system.

To fast resolve the Chrome not functioning issue, you may try upgrading Chrome browser to the newest version with the appropriate edition in your Windows Creator PC.

Ways to fixChrome Won't Open/Not working in Windows 10 Creator

Way 1. Fix Google Chrome Not Working Problem in Windows Safe Mode

You can go to the Windows 10 Safe Mode to solve the Chrome browser not working issue:

Step 1. Enter the Safe Mode on Windows 10

1. Go to the Start Menu.

2. Click the Power icon.

3. Press the Shift key and click the Restart option.

4. Click the Troubleshoot.

5. Click the Advanced options.

6. Click the Startup Settings.

7. Click the Restart option.

8. Hit the F5 key to Enable Safe Mode with Networking.

Then you can log in the desktop of Windows 10 in the Safe Mode. Now, go to the Step 2.

Step 2. Clear Cache and Cookies on Google Chrome

1. Launch the Google Chrome.

2. Backup your important bookmarks or accounts.

3. Use shortcut keys Ctrl + Shift + Del.

4. Clear your Chrome browsing data, like the browsing history, the cache and the cookies.

Step 3. Turn off the Hardware Acceleration on Google Chrome

1. In the Chrome Settings page, click the menu icon on the top left side.

2. Expand the Advanced entry.

3. Select the System option.

4. Toggle the switch of the Use hardware acceleration when available to Off.

5. Click the RELAUNCH when Chrome asks you restart the browser.

Then, boot into Windows 10 Fall Creators Update/Creators Update/Anniversary Update in Normal Mode. You may discover that Google Chrome is once again available.

Way 3. Add Reliable Multicast Protocol and Troubleshoot the Chrome Not Working Issue

If the two approaches do not work, you should check your network settings on your Windows 10 Fall Creators Update/Creators Update/Anniversary Update.

1. Use Windows shortcut keys Win + R to launch the Run.

2. Type into ncpa.cpl.

3. Hit the Enter.

4. In Network Connections, right-click the currently working network adapter for Properties.

5. Scroll down and choose the Microsoft Network Adapter Multiplexor Protocol.

6. Click the Install button below.

7. Highlight the Protocol option.

8. Click the Add button.

9. Highlight the Reliable Multicast Protocol.

10. Click OK.

Save your changes by clicking the OK button. Then, restart the computer. Try opening your Google Chrome browser to see whether it works correctly.

Way 4. Reset Winsock Catalog Back to Default Setting to Fix the Chrome Browser Not Working

Also, you can reset the winsock catalog back to its default setting when the Chrome is not available on after the Windows 10 updates.

1. Click the Start menu.

2. Go to the W category on the app list.

3. Expand the Windows System folder.

4. Right-click the Command Prompt for More.

5. Select the Run as Administrator.

6. Type into the command line: netsh winsock reset.

7. Press the Enter.

8. Reboot the computer.

Conclusion

Chrome's unique characteristics propelled it to the top of the web browser rankings. A success that competitors have struggled to emulate. However, the browser may occasionally crash due to a virus infection or a technical problem. However, such a situation is not a major matter because it is easily solved using the four options we outlined in this article.

If you have a friend whose Google Chrome isn't operating properly and crashes frequently, show them this page so they can resolve the issue as quickly as possible