How do I turn off private browsing on Internet Explorer?
Private browsing is a useful feature for users who want to keep their online activities private, but sometimes it can be a bit confusing to use. If you’ve enabled private browsing by accident or simply want to turn it off, here’s a step-by-step guide on how to do it in Internet Explorer.
First, open Internet Explorer on your computer. Once the browser is open, you’ll need to locate the private browsing option. This can be found in the menu bar at the top of the window. Look for an icon that resembles a shield or a lock, which indicates private browsing.
Step 1: Open Internet Explorer and locate the private browsing icon
Next, click on the private browsing icon. A dropdown menu will appear with several options. One of the options will be “Turn Off InPrivate Browsing.” Click on this option to disable private browsing.
Step 2: Click on “Turn Off InPrivate Browsing” to disable private browsing
If you prefer using keyboard shortcuts, you can also press “Ctrl + Shift + P” to quickly toggle private browsing on and off.
Step 3: Use keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl + Shift + P) to toggle private browsing
Once you’ve disabled private browsing, all of your browsing activities will be saved, and your history, cookies, and temporary files will be recorded as usual.
If you want to ensure that private browsing is completely turned off, you can also change the default settings for Internet Explorer. To do this, follow these steps:
Step 4: Change default settings for Internet Explorer
1. Click on the gear icon in the top-right corner of the Internet Explorer window to open the Settings menu.
2. Select “Internet Options” from the dropdown menu.
3. In the “General” tab, you’ll see a “Browsing history” section. Under this section, you can choose whether to “Always use private browsing,” “Never use private browsing,” or “Ask me every time.”
4. Select “Never use private browsing” and click “OK” to save the changes.
By following these steps, you should now have a clear understanding of how to turn off private browsing in Internet Explorer. Remember that private browsing is a helpful feature when you need to keep your online activities confidential, but it’s always good to know how to disable it when necessary.
