Are you tired of accidentally navigating back or forward in Chrome when all you're trying to do is scroll down a webpage using a two-finger swipe? Don't worry; there's a simple solution to put an end to this frustration!
If you're using a trackpad on a laptop or a mouse with gesture capability, it's easy to trigger the back and forward navigation when all you want to do is scroll through a website. But fear not, we have a quick fix for this annoying issue that will make your browsing experience much smoother.
To disable the two-finger swipe for back and forward navigation in Chrome, follow these steps:
1. Open a new tab in Chrome and type "chrome://flags" in the address bar. This will take you to the Chrome experimental features page.
2. In the search bar at the top of the page, type "history navigation with gesture" and hit enter. This will highlight the specific flag we need to modify.
3. You'll see the "History navigation with gesture" option among the search results. Click on the drop-down menu next to it and select "Disabled."
4. After disabling the feature, you'll be prompted to relaunch Chrome for the changes to take effect. Click on the "Relaunch" button at the bottom of the page to restart Chrome.
5. Once Chrome restarts, the two-finger swipe for back and forward navigation should no longer be active, allowing you to scroll freely without triggering unintended actions.
With these simple steps, you can now prevent accidental back and forward navigation in Chrome while using a two-finger swipe on your trackpad or mouse. Enjoy a smoother browsing experience with fewer interruptions!
If you ever want to re-enable the two-finger swipe for back and forward navigation in Chrome, simply follow the same steps outlined above but set the "History navigation with gesture" flag back to "Default" or "Enabled."
We hope this guide has been helpful in solving the issue of unintentional back and forward navigation when scrolling in Chrome. Now you can browse with ease and without the frustration of unwanted page movements. Remember, technology is meant to make our lives easier, and with a few adjustments here and there, we can tailor it to suit our preferences better. Happy browsing!