Chrome Bookmarks Create Duplicate Item When Sync With Two Windows…
If you are experiencing issues where Chrome bookmarks are creating duplicates when syncing with multiple Windows machines, especially when both machines have iCloud extensions enabled, you are not alone. This can be a common problem for users who rely on iCloud to keep their bookmarks in sync across devices. However, there is a solution to this issue.
Problem Description
The problem occurs when you have two or more Windows machines running Google Chrome, and both machines have the iCloud extension enabled. When you create a new bookmark on one machine, it may get duplicated on the other machines, resulting in cluttered and redundant bookmarks.
Solution
To resolve this issue and prevent the creation of duplicate bookmarks, follow these steps:
1. Disable Extensions Sync
Google Chrome allows you to sync your extensions across devices. However, in some cases, this can lead to conflicts and duplication of bookmarks. To disable extensions sync, follow these steps:
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Open Google Chrome on one of your Windows machines.
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Click on the three dots (ellipsis) in the upper-right corner of the browser window to open the menu.
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Go to “Settings.”
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In the left sidebar, click on “Sync and Google services.”
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Under the “Sync” section, find “Sync extensions” and toggle it off.
2. Disable iCloud Extension on One of the Machines
Since the issue seems to arise when both Windows machines have the iCloud extension enabled, you can prevent duplicate bookmarks by disabling the iCloud extension on one of the machines. Follow these steps:
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Open Google Chrome on one of your Windows machines.
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Click on the three dots (ellipsis) in the upper-right corner of the browser window to open the menu.
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Go to “Extensions.”
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Locate the iCloud extension and click on the toggle switch to disable it.
By disabling the iCloud extension on one of the machines, you should prevent the duplication of bookmarks when syncing with iCloud.
Conclusion
Syncing bookmarks across multiple Windows machines using Google Chrome and iCloud extensions can sometimes lead to the creation of duplicate items. To resolve this issue, you can disable extensions sync in Chrome settings and disable the iCloud extension on one of the machines. This will help ensure that your bookmarks stay organized and free from duplicates.