# How to Set ChatGPT Search as Your Default Search Engine in Chrome and Edge
OpenAI has recently launched **ChatGPT Search**, an innovative feature that enables users to conduct web searches directly through ChatGPT. This capability is available for users with eligible subscriptions, including **ChatGPT Plus**, **Teams**, or individuals on the **SearchGPT waitlist**. If you are an Enterprise, Edu, or Free user, access will be available soon.
ChatGPT Search presents a distinctive alternative to conventional search engines like Google, empowering users to utilize AI for seeking information online. Did you know that you can designate **ChatGPT Search** as your default search engine in browsers such as **Google Chrome** and **Microsoft Edge**? This article will guide you through the steps to make ChatGPT Search your primary search engine using a straightforward browser extension.
## Advantages of Using ChatGPT Search
ChatGPT Search aims to deliver more conversational and context-sensitive search results compared to standard search engines. Instead of merely displaying links, ChatGPT can provide comprehensive answers, summaries, and explanations, making it an excellent resource for research, education, and general inquiries.
By setting ChatGPT Search as your default search engine, you can receive these AI-enhanced results directly from your browser’s address bar, superseding Google or other search platforms.
## Steps to Install the ChatGPT Search Extension
To set ChatGPT Search as your default search engine, you will need to install the official **ChatGPT Search extension**. Follow these steps:
1. **Access the Chrome Web Store**: Navigate to the [ChatGPT Search extension page](https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/chatgpt-search/ejcfepkfckglbgocfkanmcdngdijcgld?pli=1) in the Chrome Web Store. This extension is compatible with both **Google Chrome** and **Microsoft Edge**.
2. **Install the Extension**: Click the “Add to Chrome” or “Add to Edge” button to proceed with the installation. Once installed, the extension will encourage you to change your default search engine to ChatGPT Search.
3. **Verify the Change**: After installation, your browser will alert you that the extension intends to modify your default search engine. In **Microsoft Edge**, a warning may appear indicating that the extension will alter your search settings. Simply confirm the change to continue.
4. **Begin Searching**: After enabling the extension, all your searches from the browser’s address bar will be managed by ChatGPT Search. The results will be shown directly within the ChatGPT web application.
## Utilizing ChatGPT Search in Chrome and Edge
When ChatGPT Search is set as your default search engine, you can start using it just like you would with Google or Bing. Simply enter your query in the address bar, and ChatGPT will generate answers and web results through AI.
Here’s what occurs behind the scenes:
– **Search Queries**: When you enter a query in the address bar, the extension forwards the search to ChatGPT’s servers.
– **Results Appearance**: The outcomes are presented within the ChatGPT interface, providing a more conversational and detailed response compared to typical search engines.
### Demonstration of ChatGPT Search in Action
Imagine you’re using **Microsoft Edge** with ChatGPT Search set as your default search engine. When you type a question like “What is the capital of France?” into the address bar, ChatGPT will offer a direct response (Paris) along with extra context or related details, such as historical information or travel suggestions.
## Managing the ChatGPT Search Extension
If you choose to stop using ChatGPT Search as your default search engine, you can easily disable or uninstall the extension:
1. **Access Extensions**: In both Chrome and Edge, click on the three-dot menu in the upper-right corner of the browser and select “Extensions.”
2. **Disable or Uninstall**: Locate the ChatGPT Search extension and either disable it temporarily or remove it completely. Once disabled, your browser will revert to the original default search engine (e.g., Google or DuckDuckGo).
## Reasons You Might Hesitate to Use ChatGPT Search as Default (For Now)
Although ChatGPT Search provides a unique and potent approach to web searching, it might not suit everyone—at least for the time being. Here are some reasons you may be cautious about making the switch:
1. **Cluttered Search History**: If you use ChatGPT for both general questions and web searches, your ChatGPT history might become cluttered with search queries. While OpenAI offers tools to sift through your chat history, some users may prefer to keep their web searches distinct from their AI discussions.
2. **Concerns About Accuracy**: ChatGPT Search is still a relatively new feature, and while it is effective, it may not always deliver the most accurate or current information. Some users may opt to stick with traditional search engines for their reliability.
