In the ever-changing world of web browsers, personalizing the user experience is essential. Google Chrome, at the top of the list of most popular browsers, offers a multitude of options to tailor its interface to individual preferences. Recently, a change was made to modify download notifications for a more discreet display. However, not everyone is happy with this change.
If you're one of those people who don't like this change too much and would like to find Chrome's download notifications at the bottom, this article is for you. Follow the guide to learn how to move these notifications in a few simple steps.
New format for Chrome download notifications
In August, Google changed the way download notifications are displayed in Chrome. The large rectangular buttons at the bottom of the screen have been replaced by discreet notifications in the upper right corner. An icon displays the progress and status, with a list of recent downloads available by clicking on it.
How do I cancel this update?
If this update is confusing you, there is a solution. In Chrome's experimental settings (flags), you can adjust the browser's behavior. Although these settings should generally be handled with caution, here's how to solve this specific problem.
- Enter the following in the address bar: chrome://flags/#download-bubble;
- Select the options "Enable download bubble" and "Enable download bubble V2," which affect the appearance of notifications in the Chrome browser.
- Select the "Disabled" option from the drop-down menu each time;
- Restart your Chrome browser by clicking on the "Relaunch" button.
These steps are summarized in the image below.
From now on, Chrome will revert to its previous format, with notifications at the bottom of the screen.
Optimize your Chrome experience even further!
To improve your Chrome experience, you can speed up the browser by following our tips. We're well aware, for example, of the inconvenience caused by the incessant ads that appear while you're browsing, so we've provided some tips on how to avoid them in our article how to block ads on Google Chrome. It's also a good idea to integrate extensions to facilitate navigation and make adjustments quickly to suit your needs.
Enjoy a personalized and efficient experience on Chrome!
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