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In this guide, you will find instructions on how to clear the cache of a web browser.

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Introduction


When you use a browser, it saves some information from websites in its cache and cookies. Clearing them fixes certain problems, like loading or formatting issues on sites.

Google Chrome

  1. Open SettingsRohkemImage Modified More tools Clear browsing data. 
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  2. Open the Advanced tab, select a time range, vali Cached images and files and click Clear data.
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Microsoft Edge

  1. In the top right, open Settings and more and select Settings.
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  2. In the tab on the left, select Privacy, search and services and click the Choose what to clear button.
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  3. Select a time range, add a checkmark in front of Cached images and files and click the Clear now button.
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Mozilla Firefox

  1. Open the application menu and select Settings.
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  2. In the left side panel, select Privacy & Security and click the Clear Data button.
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  3. Select Cached Web Content and click the Clear button.
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Safari

  1. In the menu bar, select Safari → Settings.
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  2. Open the Advanced tab ak ja lisa linnuke Show Develop menu in menu bar ette. Seejärel sulge aken.
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  3. Open the Develop tab at the top of the screen and select Empty Caches.
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