how to reset safari 8

How can I reset safari 8 on os x yosemite. I have redirect problem on my browser. I want to search things from toolbar using google but it redirects me to a different search engine. I checked all extensions there is no one there that seems wrong. please help me.

MacBook Pro with Retina display, OS X Yosemite (10.10), safari 8.0

Posted on Oct 19, 2014 3:50 AM

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Posted on Oct 19, 2014 5:09 AM

Force Quit .


Press command + option + esc keys together at the same time. Wait.

When Force Quit window appears, select the Safari if not already.

Press Force Quit button at the bottom of the window. Wait.

Safari will quit.


Relaunch Safari holding the shift key down.



Turn off Wifi. Click Wifi icon in the menu bar and select “Turn Wifi off”.

Visit another website.

You won’t have internet connection.

Turn on Wifi. Click Wifi icon in the menu bar and select “Turn Wifi on”.

Select your Network.

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