Emily Bennett
How to Set ChatGPT as the Default Search Engine on Chrome, Edge, and Firefox
This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions on how to add ChatGPT Search as the default search engine in Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Mozilla Firefox. By following these steps, you can enhance your browsing experience and utilize the power of AI when searching the web.
Step 1: Add ChatGPT Search as Default on Google Chrome
To integrate ChatGPT Search in Chrome, follow these steps:
- Open Google Chrome and click on the three-dot menu located in the top-right corner.
- Select Settings from the dropdown menu.
- In the left-hand menu, click on Search Engine.
- Go to Manage search engines and site search.
- Click on the Add option next to Site Search.
- Fill in the following details:
- Name: ChatGPT
- Shortcut: @chatgpt
- URL:
https://chatgpt.com/?q=%s&hints=search
- Click on Add.
- To search using ChatGPT, type @chatgpt in the address bar, press Tab, enter your search keyword, and hit Enter.
Step 2: Add ChatGPT Search as Default on Microsoft Edge
To set ChatGPT Search as your default search engine in Edge, follow these steps:
- Open Microsoft Edge and click on the Settings option.
- Select Privacy, Search & Services.
- Scroll down to the Address bar and search section and click on Manage search engines.
- Click on the Add button.
- Enter the following information:
- Name: ChatGPT
- Shortcut: @chatgpt
- URL:
https://chatgpt.com/?q=%s&hints=search
- Click on the Add button to save your settings.
Step 3: Add ChatGPT Search to Firefox
To configure ChatGPT as your default search engine in Firefox, do the following:
- Enter
about:configin the Firefox address bar and press Enter. - If prompted, click on Accept the Risk and Continue.
- In the search box, type
browser.urlbar.update2.engineAliasRefresh. - Click the + button next to this variable to enable it.
- Navigate to Settings and then Search in Firefox.
- Scroll down to the Search shortcuts section and click on Add.
- Input the following details:
- Search engine name: ChatGPT
- Engine URL:
https://chatgpt.com/?q=%s&hints=search - Alias: @chatgpt
- Click on Add Engine.
- To perform a search, type @chatgpt in the address bar, press Tab, and then enter your query.
Extra Tips & Common Issues
Here are some additional tips and common pitfalls to keep in mind:
- Ensure your browser is updated to the latest version for optimal performance.
- If you encounter any issues, try restarting your browser after adding the search engine.
- Be mindful of spelling and syntax when inputting the URL and shortcuts; errors can prevent proper functionality.
Conclusion
By completing this tutorial, you have successfully added ChatGPT as the default search engine on Chrome, Edge, and Firefox. This allows you to benefit from AI-driven searches with ease.