How to Clear Domain Names From the URL Field

Because many websites give the same names to form elements, such as the the text field for URLs, you may see a list of these form entries when filling out forms in your browser (because the program saves form data). If you have previously typed a domain name into the URL field that you only need to use once, or if you have incorrectly typed a domain name, you may wish to clear this form entry from the URL field. Otherwise, you may accidentally use this domain name when filling out forms on the Internet.

Instructions

Internet Explorer/Firefox

1. Launch Internet Explorer or Firefox, whichever you use.

2. Press the "Control," "Alt" and "Delete" keys on your keyboard simultaneously.

3. Select the option to delete saved form data and click the "Delete" or "Clear" button.

Chrome

1. Launch Chrome on your computer.

2. Click the "Tools" menu and select "Clear Browsing Data."

3. Place a checkmark next to the form data option and choose the time period for which you wish to delete form data.

4. Click "Clear Browsing Data" to delete form entries, including those in the URL field.

Individual Entries

1. Launch your Web browser and navigate to a page that has a form that includes the URL field.

2. Double-click within the URL field on the form to show recent form entries.

3. Highlight the entries with your mouse and press "Delete" on your keyboard to delete individual entries, one at a time.

Tips & Warnings

• You can also clear form data in Internet Explorer and Firefox by opening the "Tools" menu and choosing the option to clear your history or personal data.

• Clearing all of your saved form data or personal information erases all form fields, including information in the URL field.

References

• Chrome: Privacy and Security Settings --- Delete Cache and Other Browsing Data
• Mozlla Firefox: Clearing Private Data
• Windows: Windows Internet Explorer 8 Privacy Statement