How To Clear Your Browser Cache

How To Clear The Cache In Internet Explorer

As you surf the net, your browser saves bits of information from each website that you visit (ie. graphics, etc.). This helps to load the websites faster the next time you visit.

By following the instructions below, you can clear your cache anytime you wish:

  • Open your Internet Explorer (double click the big blue ‘e’ on your desktop)
  • At the top of the browser you’ll see File, Edit, View, Favorites, Tools, Help
  • Click the ‘Tools’ option
  • Then click ‘Internet Options’

You will now be presented with the Internet Options dialog box (shown below):

Internet Options Example

By clicking the ‘Delete Files’ button, then ‘OK’, your cached items will be removed.

You may also wish to click the ‘Clear History’ button, then ‘OK’ to erase all the websites stored that you’ve visited since you last cleared your cache.

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