Here's how you can install and configure a proxy on the Google Chrome browser

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Here's how you can install and configure a proxy on the Google Chrome browser:

How to Install a Proxy on Chrome

Method 1: Using Chrome’s Built-in Proxy Settings

  1. Open Google Chrome and click the three-dot menu (top-right corner).
  2. Go to Settings.
  3. Scroll down and click "Advanced".
  4. Under System, click "Open your computer’s proxy settings".
  5. Configure your proxy settings...
  6. Click Save and restart Chrome.

Method 2: Using a Chrome Proxy Extension

  1. Open the Chrome Web Store.
  2. Search for a proxy extension (e.g., "FoxyProxy", "Proxy SwitchyOmega").
  3. Click Add to ChromeAdd Extension.
  4. After installation, click the extension icon in the top-right.
  5. Enter the proxy details (IP & Port) from your provider.
  6. Save settings and enable the proxy.

Method 3: Using Chrome Command Line (Advanced Users)

  1. Right-click your Chrome shortcut and select Properties.
  2. In the Target field, add the following at the end:
  3. --proxy-server=http://your-proxy-ip:port
  4. Example:
  5. "C:\Program Files\Google\Chrome\Application\chrome.exe" --proxy-server=http://123.45.67.89:8080
  6. Click Apply and OK.
  7. Restart Chrome.
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