Users on macOS, Android, and Windows have been experiencing unexpected crashes of the Chrome browser upon launch or during use. Unlike the usual “Aw, Snap” error message, these crashes occur suddenly, leaving users puzzled. Although reports of this issue have been emerging for over a month, the frequency of complaints has surged recently, particularly among macOS users.
Nevertheless, it is clear that the problem affects users across different platforms. Currently, Google has not officially acknowledged the crashes. In the meantime, users are resorting to various workarounds such as using Chrome on different devices or switching to alternative browsers like Edge, Firefox, or Safari.
For those grappling with mid-session crashes, there are tips available to help restore lost tabs on desktop versions of Chrome. The instability of Chrome appears to be severe, as users report it either shutting down immediately upon launch or crashing at random intervals during use. Many complaints have surfaced on Google’s support forums and platforms like Reddit, indicating that users are not experiencing a failure to respond with the typical error messages; rather, the browser appears to disappear without warning.
Reports detail that the browser window may show briefly before vanishing without any error indication. While most user feedback suggests that the issue is more prevalent among macOS devices, it has also been reported on Android and Windows systems. Some users speculate that conflicts with certain ad-blockers might be the cause, but evidence indicates that the problem persists even when such extensions are disabled.
At this time, the root cause of the crashes remains unknown. If you continue to encounter issues with Chrome, consider using it on a different device or trying an alternate browser. If Chrome randomly crashes during use, look for the “Chrome didn’t shut down correctly” message that offers the option to restore lost tabs.
If this message doesn’t appear, you can manually restore tabs by using the shortcut Ctrl+Shift+T or Cmd+Shift+T.
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