Google recently announced a number of changes to the Google Chrome browser, making it even more useful. The latest version of the desktop browser gets five key tweaks. You'll notice features like smarter autocompletion and automatic typo correction for the address bar. Google claims that these features can help you navigate much faster.
Starting with autocomplete, there is a major change in how it works. Although Chrome only autocompletes URLs you start typing, it will now autocomplete URLs based on words you've previously entered to search for a website.
If you type something like "flights", the browser will direct you to Google Flights. You'll also benefit from automatic typo correction. So, if you misspell a URL in the address bar, Chrome will detect the mistake and show you suggestions based on the websites you've visited before.
And what about bookmarks? Well, the Chrome address bar on desktop and mobile will now let you search your bookmarks folder. You just need to include the folder name to see the suggestions. It's something that will definitely save you a few extra clicks and mouse drags, as bookmarks folders can get pretty messy.
Rounding out the list of features, there are two aspects. You'll notice that on both desktop and mobile, Chrome will suggest popular websites, whether you've visited them or misspelled the URL. Finally, you should notice that the Chrome desktop address bar now looks slightly different. It is more pleasing to the eye, easier to read and with more rounded corners. It's also more responsive, meaning you'll wait less for results as you type.
These changes come with the latest version of Google Chrome. You can update Chrome from the mobile app store. Or, on desktop, click the three-dot menu, choose "Settings," then "About Chrome." The browser will download an update and then prompt you to restart.
