Chrome new tab page changed but I want it back

As an IT administrator, you may find yourself in the unfortunate situation of having to deal with a Chrome new tab page that has been changed and you want it back. In many cases, this occurs when an untrusted extension has been installed, or when a malicious website has been visited. This article will discuss how to reset the Chrome new tab page and restore it to its default state.

First, it is important to understand what the Chrome new tab page is. The new tab page is the page that opens when a new tab is opened in Chrome. By default, this page contains a search bar and a grid of thumbnails representing the most visited websites. It also includes a link to the Chrome Web Store, where users can find and install additional extensions.

Now that we have a basic understanding of what the Chrome new tab page is and what it looks like by default, let's talk about how to reset it. The first step is to open the Chrome Settings page. This can be done by clicking the three dots in the upper-right corner of Chrome and selecting \Settings\ from the drop-down menu.

Once in the Chrome Settings page, scroll down to the bottom and click on the \Advanced\ button. This will open a new page with more advanced settings. On this page, scroll down until you find the \Reset and Clean Up\ section. In this section, click on the \Restore settings to their original defaults\ option. This will reset the Chrome settings to their defaults, including the new tab page.

If the issue persists, it is likely due to an extension or malicious website. To remove any extensions that may be causing the issue, go to the Chrome Extensions page. This can be accessed by clicking the three dots in the upper-right corner of Chrome and selecting \More Tools\ and then \Extensions\ from the drop-down menu. On this page, you can disable or remove any extensions that may be causing the issue.

If the issue is caused by a malicious website, it is important to ensure that the website is blocked. This can be done by going to the Chrome Privacy and Security settings page. This page can be accessed by clicking the three dots in the upper-right corner of Chrome, selecting \Settings\ and then \Privacy and Security\ from the drop-down menu.

On this page, scroll down to the \Safe Browsing\ section and make sure the \Protect you and your device from dangerous sites\ option is enabled. This will block any malicious websites from being accessed in the future.

In summary, if you find yourself in the unfortunate situation of having to deal with a Chrome new tab page that has been changed and you want it back, the best course of action is to reset the Chrome settings to their default state. Additionally, if the issue is caused by an extension or a malicious website, it is important to remove the extension or block the website. Following these steps should restore the Chrome new tab page to its default state.