BrokenURL

If you spend a lot of time surfing the Internet, chances are that you're using multiple web browsers, which can be a hassle sometimes, more so when you try to access URLs from external applications.

In the situation depicted above, BrokenURL is one of the programs that can help you decide what browser should be used every time you want to access an external URL.

As stated above, this application enables you to choose what web browser should be used whenever the system attempts to access an external link through a third-party program. It is crucial that you set this app as a default browser when prompted, otherwise it won't work.

For instance, you're browsing a PDF manual and find a useful link. Usually, clicking the hyperlink attempts to access the corresponding page via your default web browser. This app lets you choose from a list of available browsers before navigating to the web page.

After installing BrokenURL, you can launch its configuration menu from the Start menu, which lets you select the browsers you want to use whenever an external link is accessed from your PC.

It is also possible to activate a bunch of other settings, which let you include an "Open in Private Tab" option into your open list, display the window in the taskbar and reveal the original URLs from shortened ones.

Thanks to its friendly interface, many users can benefit from this app's capabilities without hassle, as it encompasses intuitive functions that require minimum PC skills and no previous experience with similar software to be operated correspondingly.

After you're satisfied with your configuration, you can close the app and forget about it. Every time you will attempt to access a hyperlink from an external app you will be prompted to select which browser you want to navigate with.

If you want to be in control of what browser should your PC use when launching hyperlinks from external apps, you can consider giving BrokenURL a shot. It's simple, easy to use and lets you configure some of its options.