How to Delete Google Drop Down History Menu on a Mac

When using the Google search engine on a Mac, you'll find it remembers your previous searches. If you start typing a word, Google will automatically start filling in past searches thinking you may want to search for something again. This can be a very useful and handy feature; however, if you are using a shared computer, you may not want others to see your search history.

Things You'll Need

• Safari 3.x or 4.x
• Firefox 2.x or 3.x

Instructions

Deleting Google drop down history in Safari

1. Launch a Safari Web browser window.

2. Click on the Safari menu and choose "Preferences."

3. Click the "Autofill" tab.

4. Click the "Edit" button next to the "Other forms" option and choose Google.com from the list.

5. Click the "Remove" button, then click "Done."

Deleting Google drop down history in Firefox

1. Launch a Firefox web browser window.

2. Click on the Tools menu and choose "Clear Private Data..."

3. Check the box for "Saved Form and Search History" along with any other options you'd like.

4. Click the "Clear Private Data Now" button.

Tips & Warnings

• The Google search history is stored within your browser rather than within Google itself.

References

• Google Support