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Clearing cache and cookies in your web browser is an essential maintenance task that can help improve performance, resolve loading issues, and protect your privacy. If you're using Opera on your PC, follow this step-by-step guide to clear your cache and cookies.
Step 1: Access the Settings Menu
Once Opera is open, look for the menu icon in the top-left corner of the window. This icon typically looks like the Opera logo. Click on it to open the menu.
Step 2: Navigate to Privacy & Security
In the menu, scroll down and select "Settings." Alternatively, you can press `Alt + P` on your keyboard to open the settings directly. Once in the settings, look for the "Privacy & security" section on the left sidebar.
Step 3: Clear Browsing Data
Under the "Privacy & security" section, find and click on "Clear browsing data." This will open a new dialog box where you can choose what data you want to clear.
Step 4: Select Time Range
In the "Clear browsing data" dialog, you will see a dropdown menu labeled "Time range." Click on it and select the time range for which you want to clear the cache and cookies. You can choose from options like "Last hour," "Last 24 hours," "Last 7 days," "Last 4 weeks," or "All time."
Step 5: Choose Data Types
Below the time range, you will see checkboxes for different types of data. Make sure to check the boxes for "Cookies and other site data" and "Cached images and files." You can also select other data types if you wish to clear them as well.
Step 6: Clear Data
After selecting the desired time range and data types, click on the "Clear data" button. This will initiate the process of clearing your cache and cookies. Depending on the amount of data, this may take a few moments.
Step 7: Restart Opera
Once the process is complete, it’s a good idea to restart your Opera browser to ensure that all changes take effect. Simply close the browser and reopen it.