Google will roll out two performance options for Chrome over the next weeks in order to conserve memory and battery life. With the release of Chrome 108, the update will be accessible to desktop users of Windows, macOS, and ChromeOS.
Here are some upcoming changes and instructions for downloading them.
Energy Saver mode
On a laptop, Chrome will enter Energy Saver mode to extend battery life when the battery level hits 20%. For websites with complex graphics, such as animations and movies, it will do this by reducing background activities and visual effects.
When the update is active, a leaf-shaped symbol will appear in the upper right corner of your browser, allowing you to switch on Energy Saver mode. Energy Saver mode will automatically switch on when your battery life reaches the 20% mark.
Memory Saver mode
Google is also making Memory Saver mode available. This is for those who frequently have many tabs open. The tabs you're really using get priority when Memory Saver mode is on. The tabs you aren't using right now will be cleared from Chrome's memory, but they will reload when you need them.
The new feature, according to Google, would allow Chrome to use up to 30% less RAM, resulting in a smoother or quicker surfing experience. When Memory Saver is active, Chrome's top right corner will display an icon that shows how much space it has saved.
How to update your Chrome browser
The new update will be available globally over the next few weeks. To make sure you’re on the most up-to-date version of Chrome, follow these steps.
Open Chrome on your desktop.
On the top right, click the three-dot icon.
Go to Help > About Google Chrome.
Click Update Google Chrome. If you can’t find this button, it means you’re already on the latest version.
Once you’ve updated, relaunch the Chrome browser.
In Settings, you should see a new Performance sidebar menu with these two new features.
You’re all set.
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