text: how do i change my default browser on my pc?   each browser has its own option/preference for setting it as the default browser.  for ie:  1.start internet explorer. on the view menu, click options. 2.click the advanced tab and click to select the on startup, perform check for default browser check box. 3.click ok. 4.quit and re-start internet explorer. then when you are prompted to make it the default browser, click yes.  in firefox:  go to tools > options > general tab