We don't have to live like this: you can set Chrome to default to Google's new nonsense-free 'Web' search, which also completely bypasses that awful AI answer box

Google's new Web search provides a clean, ad-free experience without clutter or sponsored links, bypassing the AI Answer box to offer relevant search results without interference.

Users can customize Chrome's address bar to default to Web search by following a simple process in Chrome settings, offering more control over search preferences on desktop.

While mobile options for defaulting to Web search are more limited, Chrome extensions like Bye Bye, Google AI can also provide a clutter-free search experience, making customization and ad-free searching accessible.

For Firefox mobile users, Tom's Hardware guide offers a breakdown on defaulting to Google Web search within the app, highlighting the ability to customize search preferences across different platforms.

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