Today, I will discuss how to disable Chrome Software Reporter Tool to prevent it from consuming high CPU usage.
Understanding High CPU Usage
If you are experiencing high CPU usage from the Chrome Software Reporter Tool, you may want to disable it to improve your computer’s performance. To do this, follow these steps:
1. Open Google Chrome and go to the following URL: chrome://settings
2. Scroll down and click on “Advanced” to expand the settings.
3. Under the “System” section, toggle off the option that says “Continue running background apps when Google Chrome is closed.”
4. Next, navigate to the following directory on your computer: C:\Users\%username%\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\SwReporter
5. Find the file named “software_reporter_tool.exe” and delete it.
6. Finally, go back to Chrome settings and click on “Reset settings” to clear any leftover data from the Software Reporter Tool.
Identifying Causes and Solutions
- Check Chrome Software Reporter Tool CPU Usage
- Open Task Manager by pressing Ctrl+Shift+Esc
- Look for Software_Reporter_Tool.exe in the list of processes
- Check CPU usage percentage of the tool
- Identify High CPU Usage
- If Chrome Software Reporter Tool is using a high percentage of CPU, it may be causing the issue
- High CPU usage can slow down your computer and affect performance
- Diagnose the Problem
- Determine if the tool is running a scan or causing high CPU usage for other reasons
- Check for any errors or warnings related to the tool
- Find Solutions
- Disable Chrome Software Reporter Tool from running automatically
- Uninstall the tool if it continues to cause high CPU usage
Managing and Reducing Load
To manage and reduce high CPU usage caused by the Chrome Software Reporter Tool, you can disable the tool altogether.
To do this, open File Explorer and navigate to the following directory: C:\Users\[your username]\AppData\Local\Google\Chrome\User Data\SwReporter
Once there, locate the executable file named Software_reporter_tool.exe and rename it to something else, such as Software_reporter_tool_old.exe
After renaming the file, restart your computer or log out and back in to apply the changes
Monitoring Tools and Techniques
| Tool/Technique | Description |
|---|---|
| Task Manager | A built-in tool in Windows that allows users to view and manage running processes, CPU usage, memory usage, and more. |
| Resource Monitor | Another built-in tool in Windows that provides more detailed information about system resources, including disk activity, network activity, and more. |
| Performance Monitor | A tool in Windows that can be used to monitor and log performance data over time, allowing for analysis and troubleshooting of system performance issues. |
| Chrome Task Manager | A tool within the Chrome browser that allows users to view and manage individual tabs and extensions, as well as monitor CPU and memory usage for each. |
F.A.Qs
Is it okay to disable software reporter tool?
Disabling the Software Reporter Tool is possible by removing or renaming its executable, but it is only a temporary solution as Google will reinstall it during browser updates.
What is the software reporter tool in Chrome for Mac?
The software reporter tool in Chrome for Mac is not a separate tool like on Windows, but Mac users can utilize built-in tools and adjust Chrome settings to manage unwanted software.
How do I disable Chrome software reporter tool in Group Policy?
To disable the Chrome software reporter tool in Group Policy, you can open Group Policy Editor, navigate to the specific policy, and then select the Disable option to save the changes.
