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If you see squares instead of text on webpages, or text is blurry or fuzzy, follow the steps below to try fixing the issue.

Step 1: Use the text tuner

1. On your Windows computer, click the Start menu:   or .
2. In the search box, type ClearType.
3. Click Adjust ClearType Text. 
4. In the ClearType Text Tuner, check the box next to "Turn on ClearType."
5. Click Next, then complete the steps. 
6. Click Finish.

Step 2: Change your Windows appearance settings

If Step 1 doesn't work, try changing your Windows appearance settings. This step is most helpful for displays with high resolution. 

1. On the Windows Computer, click the Start menu:  or .
2. In the search box, type Appearance.
3. Click "Adjust the appearance and performance of Windows."
4. Next to "Smooth edges of screen fonts," uncheck the box. 
5. Click Apply.
6. Open Chrome again.