Your Mac might be struggling to perform basic tasks, like launching Chrome, if there are too many other heavy processes running. If you still can't open Google Chrome, it's time to give your Mac a helping hand. If you don’t have one installed, we recommend CleanMyMac X’s Malware Removal tool. Scan your Mac for malware using antivirus software of your choice. If you see a lot of ads, pop-ups on your Mac and the whole system gets slow, chances are you caught malware. Malware can slow down your Mac and interfere with other apps on your computer, including Google Chrome. Search for Google Chrome in the list, and select Force Quit. Let's check to see if Chrome is open:įorce Quit Applications window will appear. Some extensions and apps make the browser run in the background, so they can continue to function. The reason why Chrome won’t start may be that it’s already running, hidden in the background. Stop Chrome from running in the background

A reboot will close all active apps, free up your Mac’s memory, and possibly fix what’s wrong with Google Chrome.

Restart your MacĪlthough it may seem too obvious to work, sometimes your Mac just needs a restart. Google Chrome suddenly won’t start? If you’ve faced this problem, you're not alone: many macOS users have reported the same frustrating issue. Mac Help Desk Troubleshooting What to do when Chrome doesn’t open on your Mac

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