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Google Maps Keeps Crashing Windows 10: 6 Simple Ways to Fix
Make sure that Google Chrome is updated to the latest version first
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Published onJuly 1, 2024
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If Windows 10 crashes or freezes when using Google Maps, that is usually due to the graphics acceleration settings in Chrome. Also, Make sure that Chrome and Windows are updated to the latest version first. If that doesn’t work, the tested solutions below will fix the problem.
1. Disable graphics acceleration in Google Chrome
Disabling hardware acceleration can reduce the memory demand on your browser, which is often a culprit behind Google Maps crashes.
2. Use Google Maps in Incognito Mode
Using Chrome in incognito mode prevents any extensions or cookies from interfering with Google Maps, which may solve the crashing issue.
3. Delete specific cookies in Chrome
This step removes specific cookies that may be causing issues with Google Maps without removing all your other saved preferences.
4. Disable extensions on Google Chrome
Disabling or removing problematic extensions can prevent them from interfering with Google Maps and causing crashes.
5. Use a different browser
Switching to a different browser can be a quick workaround if Windows 10 continues to crash when using Google Maps.
6. Update the graphics drivers
Updating your graphics drivers can help resolve issues related to hardware acceleration and rendering.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue of Google Maps crashing on your Windows 10 device. As a last resort, you may alsoreinstall Google Chromeon your Windows 10 PC.
Can you use Google Maps now on Windows 10? For any other questions, feel free to hit the comments section below.
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Claudiu Andone
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Oldtimer in the tech and science press, Claudiu is focused on whatever comes new from Microsoft.
His abrupt interest in computers started when he saw the first Home Computer as a kid. However, his passion for Windows and everything related became obvious when he became a sys admin in a computer science high school.
With 14 years of experience in writing about everything there is to know about science and technology, Claudiu also likes rock music, chilling in the garden, and Star Wars. May the force be with you, always!
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Claudiu Andone
Windows Toubleshooting Expert
Oldtimer in the tech and science press, with 14 years of experience in writing on everything there is to know about science, technology, and Microsoft
