To remove a word from Google Chrome’s custom dictionary, open a new tab and go to chrome://settings/editDictionary. Find the word under Custom words and click the X next to it. To add a word, type it in the Add a new word box on the same page and click Add word.
Applies to
- Google Chrome on Windows, Mac, Linux, and Chromebook
- Not version specific
- No account or extension needed
What is the Google Chrome custom dictionary?
The custom dictionary is a list of words that Chrome’s spell checker treats as correct. Google Chrome has a built-in spell checker that helps keep your writing error-free. When Chrome underlines a word as misspelled, you can right-click it and choose Add to dictionary. The next time you type that word, Chrome will not mark it as an error.
So how do you remove a word if you no longer need it, or if you added one by mistake?
How do I remove a word from the Chrome dictionary?
- Open a new tab and go to chrome://settings/editDictionary. You can also reach it from Settings > Languages > Spell check > Customize spell check.
- Under Custom words, find the word you want to remove.
- Click the X icon next to the word to remove it.
How do I add a word to the Chrome dictionary?
- Open a new tab and go to chrome://settings/editDictionary.
- Type the new word in the Add a new word field.
- Click Add word. Chrome will now treat that word as correctly spelled.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Chrome mark a correct word as misspelled?
Chrome underlines any word that is not in its spell-check dictionary, including names, brands, and slang. Right-click the word and choose Add to dictionary to stop the warning.
Can I remove more than one custom word?
Yes. On the chrome://settings/editDictionary page, click the X next to each word you want to delete. There is no limit.
Where do I turn the spell checker on or off?
Open Settings > Languages and use the Spell check toggle. From there you can also switch between Basic and Enhanced spell check.
Conclusion
Managing the Chrome custom dictionary takes only a few clicks on the chrome://settings/editDictionary page. Add the words you use often, and remove any you saved by mistake to keep spell check accurate. If you have a follow-up question, let us know in the comments.
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