How to Enable Memory Saver in Google Chrome

Memory Saver in Google Chrome is a feature that helps your PC run faster by using less RAM. It automatically puts browser tabs you aren’t actively using into a resting state.

This is especially helpful if your computer doesn’t have a lot of memory (RAM), like many PCs running Windows 10 or Windows 11. When Chrome uses less memory, your other programs have more power to run smoothly.

Once a tab is resting, it stops using much memory. When you click back on that tab, Chrome quickly reloads it so you can pick up where you left off.

Enable or disable Memory Saver in Google Chrome

You can turn Memory Saver on or off in Google Chrome from the browser’s Performance settings. This feature helps Chrome run faster by freeing up memory when you’re not actively using a tab, making your computer feel snappier.

First, open the Google Chrome browser.

Click the Customize and Control button (three dots) in the top right corner. Select Settings.

On the left side of the screen, click Performance.

The Memory Saver settings will appear. You can choose between two modes:

• Standard Memory Saver: Chrome frees up memory based on your computer's needs.
• Enhanced Memory Saver: Chrome predicts which tabs you are done with and puts them to sleep more aggressively to keep your browser fast.

You can also toggle the Energy Saver switch on this same page. This helps your laptop battery last longer by limiting background activity and visual effects.

Always keep sites active

If you have websites you always want running in the background, like a music player or a live update page, you can tell Chrome to always keep these sites active. This prevents Chrome from freeing up memory for those specific pages, ensuring they stay ready to go.

1. On the Performance page, look for the section labeled Always keep these sites active.
2. Click the Add button.
3. Type in the web address (URL) of the site you want to keep active.
4. Click Add to save your choice.

• Playing audio or video.
• Sharing your screen.
• Active downloads.
• Connected USB or Bluetooth devices.

That should do it!

Reference:

Google Support

Conclusion:

Enabling Memory Saver in Google Chrome helps your computer run faster and keeps your battery charged longer. By choosing the right mode or adding your favorite sites to the 'always active' list, you can customize how Chrome manages your memory.