If you encounter any issues during the installation process, here are some troubleshooting tips:
After installation, go to Chrome → Menu → Help → About Google Chrome . The last compatible version for Windows 8.1 is (or earlier).
The most reliable way to get the 64-bit offline installer is via the official Google standalone page: Chrome Standalone Installer (64-bit) How it works: This link appends parameters ( standalone=1 platform=win64
Do not run the file directly from your browser if possible. Right-click the download link and select to save it to your Downloads folder or a USB drive.
Google Chrome offers several benefits, including: