How To Always Show the Google Chrome Bookmarks Bar [2026 Guide]

Having easy access to your bookmarks can save you time when navigating the web. Keep your frequently visited sites just a click away by making the bar always visible. This quick guide shows you exactly how to do it.

Follow these simple steps to keep the bar visible at all times. The process takes only a moment and works the same across Chrome on desktop. Your bookmarks will then be ready the moment you open a new tab.

Always Show the Google Chrome Bookmarks Bar [2026 Guide]

Steps

Open your Google Chrome browser if it is not already open.

Click the three vertical dots in the top right corner of Chrome to open the menu.

Hover your cursor over Bookmarks to reveal the side menu.

Click Show bookmarks bar to set the bar to be constantly visible in Chrome.

Menu (three dots) > Bookmarks > Show bookmarks bar

For quick control tips and alternatives, see how to show or hide the bookmarks bar.

Confirm it is enabled

Make sure a check mark appears next to Show bookmarks bar after you select it. The check mark signals that Chrome will always display the bar. This small setting can make a big difference in how efficient your browsing experience feels.

The bookmarks bar appears directly under the address bar and shows your bookmarks and folders in a horizontal row. That makes it easy to click your favorite sites or store a new page for later. If the bar still does not appear, try these fixes in our troubleshooting guide for the bookmarks bar.

Where you will see it

You will see the bar on new tabs and any time you open the browser. Your saved sites and folders stay visible for quick access. That is all it takes to keep your bookmarks one click away.

For a classic top menu feel with extra controls, you can also add a menu bar to Chrome.

Final Thoughts

You can always show the bookmarks bar by using Chrome’s menu, hovering over Bookmarks, and selecting Show bookmarks bar. Look for the check mark to confirm it is enabled. With this set, your bookmarks sit right under the address bar for instant access.