The question "How do I clear my Google search history widget?" is a bit ambiguous. It could refer to clearing the search history that appears within the Google app widget, or it could refer to clearing the search history from which the widget draws its suggestions. I will address both scenarios. It's important to note that the term "widget" can refer to different things on different devices or operating systems. This response assumes the context is related to a Google search widget on an Android or iOS device.
Clearing the Google App Search History (Affects Widget Suggestions)
This method clears your Google search history, which, in turn, will influence what appears in your Google search widget suggestions.
Steps:
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Open the Google app.
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Tap your profile icon.
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Select Search history.
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Now, you have several options to delete your search history, as outlined in the reference:
- Delete All History: Tap Delete then Delete all. This will remove your entire Google search history.
- Delete a Specific Period: Tap Delete then Delete for a period. Choose the time frame you want to delete (e.g., last hour, last day, custom range).
- Delete a Single Day: Find the specific day in your search history and tap the delete icon (usually a "X" or a trash can icon) next to the date.
Here's a table summarizing the deletion options:
| Option | Steps | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Delete All History | Delete -> Delete all | Removes your entire Google search history. |
| Delete Specific Period | Delete -> Delete for a period | Allows you to delete history from a specific timeframe. |
| Delete Single Day | Delete icon next to the date | Removes all search history from a specific day. |
Reference Date: 28-Mar-2024
Clearing Recent Searches Displayed Directly in a Google Search Widget
Some Google search widgets might display a list of your most recent searches directly within the widget. The method to clear this list varies depending on the widget and your device. Often, a long press on the widget will give you options to customize or remove items. However, this does not delete your history stored in Google.
Possible Approaches:
- Widget Settings: Look for a settings icon (often a gear or three dots) within the widget itself. See if there is an option to clear recent searches or reset the widget.
- Long Press and Remove: Press and hold on a recent search directly in the widget. A context menu may appear, offering the option to remove the search from the list.
- Remove and Re-add Widget: Remove the Google search widget from your home screen and then re-add it. This will often reset the widget and clear any displayed recent searches (though not your actual Google search history).
- Device Specific Instructions: Search online for "[your device] clear Google search widget recent searches" for device-specific instructions.
Important Considerations:
- Clearing search history from the Google app (as described in the first method) will indirectly affect the widget by influencing the suggestions it provides.
- Clearing recent searches displayed directly in the widget (as described in the second method) might only clear the display within the widget itself and not your actual Google search history stored by Google. To truly clear your data, you must clear your Google search history as outlined earlier.
