Give Your Browser More Memory (Performance)
If your browser feels slow, freezes, or crashes, it may not have enough memory available. Use these steps to improve browser performance.
Step 1: Close Unused Tabs
vEach open tab uses memory.
• Close tabs you’re not actively using
• Bookmark pages you need later
Step 2: Restart Your Browser
vRestarting clears temporary memory usage.
• Close the browser completely
• Reopen it and reload only needed tabs
Step 3: Disable or Remove Unused Extensions
vExtensions run in the background and consume memory.
• Open browser settings
• Go to Extensions / Add-ons
• Disable or remove extensions you don’t need
Step 4: Enable Built-In Memory or Performance Tools
vModern browsers include memory-saving features.
• Chrome / Edge
• Open Settings
• Go to Performance
• Turn on Memory Saver (or similar)
Step 5: Clear Browser Cache (Not Passwords)
vClearing cached data can free up memory.
• Open Settings
• Select Privacy & Security
• Clear cached images and files
Step 6: Check Task Manager for Heavy Tabs
vBrowsers include their own task managers.
Open browser task manager:
• Chrome / Edge: Shift + Esc
• End tabs or extensions using high memory
Step 7: Update Your Browser
vUpdates improve memory management.
• Open browser settings
• Check for updates
• Restart after updating
Step 8: Restart Your Computer (If Needed)
vIf memory usage stays high:
• Save your work
• Restart your system to fully clear memory
Quick Tip
Browsers don’t have fixed memory limits — they use what the system allows. Keeping tabs, extensions, and background apps under control makes the biggest difference.