how to clear cache

how to clear cache

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To clear cache, the steps vary depending on the device and browser: For Google Chrome (Windows/Linux):

  • Press CTRL + SHIFT + DELETE to open the "Delete browsing data" window.
  • Check only the "Cached images and files" box.
  • Choose the Time Range (e.g., last hour, all time).
  • Click "Delete data" to clear the cache.

For Mozilla Firefox:

  • Press CTRL + SHIFT + DELETE to open the Clear Recent History window.
  • Set Time Range to Clear.
  • Check the "Cache" option.
  • Click "OK" to clear cache.

For Safari (Mac):

  • Go to Safari > Clear History.
  • Choose a time range and click "Clear History."
  • Alternatively, enable the Develop menu in Preferences > Advanced, then select Develop > Empty Caches.

For Microsoft Edge:

  • Click the Three Dots icon > History > Three Dots inside the History pane > Clear Browsing Data.
  • Select "Cached images and files" and other desired options.
  • Choose time range and click "Clear Now."

On Android (Chrome browser):

  • Open Chrome app.
  • Tap three dots > History > Clear browsing data.
  • Select time range.
  • Check "Cookies and site data" and "Cached images and files."
  • Tap "Clear data."

These steps also apply broadly to clearing cache for individual apps or system cache on Android devices with some variations. Would you like specific instructions for a certain browser or device? This answer is synthesized from multiple current sources about clearing cache on common browsers and devices.

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