Microsoft Edge offers a variety of customization options to tailor your browsing experience. From personalizing your new tab page to creating custom themes, this guide will walk you through the process of making Edge truly your own.
Customize Your New Tab Page
The new tab page is often the first thing you see when opening Edge. Here’s how to make it more useful and visually appealing:
Modify Quick Links
Quick links provide easy access to your favorite websites. Here’s how to set them up:
Step 1: Open a new tab in Edge.
Step 2: Click the gear icon in the top-right corner to open page settings.
Step 3: Under “Quick links,” choose to display either one or two rows of links.
Step 4: To add a new link, click the “+” button at the end of a row.
Step 5: Enter the website name and URL, then click “Add.”
Step 6: To remove a link, click the three dots next to it and select “Remove.”
Customize News Feed
Edge’s news feed can be tailored to your interests:
Step 1: On the new tab page, click “Personalize” next to the news feed.
Step 2: Select topics that interest you from the list provided.
Step 3: To remove specific sources, click the three dots next to an article and choose “Hide stories from [source].”
Step 4: Adjust the feed layout by selecting “Content settings” in the personalization menu.
Create a Custom Theme
Edge allows you to create unique themes using AI-generated images:
Step 1: Visit the Microsoft Edge AI theme creator website.
Step 2: Click “Create a theme.”
Step 3: Enter a description for your desired image or click “Surprise me” for a random prompt.
Step 4: Wait for the AI to generate the image (this may take a minute).
Step 5: Choose a color scheme from the options provided or use the color picker for a custom hue.
Step 6: Click “Apply theme” and confirm your choice in the pop-up window.
Your new theme will be available in Edge’s Settings under the “Appearance” section.
Customize Browser Appearance
Fine-tune Edge’s look with these additional options:
Change Color Scheme
Step 1: Click the three dots (…) in the top-right corner and select “Settings.”
Step 2: Go to “Appearance” in the left sidebar.
Step 3: Under “Overall appearance,” choose between Light, Dark, or System default.
Modify Toolbar
Step 1: In Settings, go to “Appearance.”
Step 2: Scroll to “Customize toolbar” and toggle options like “Show home button” or “Show favorites bar.”
Adjust Font Size
Step 1: In Settings, go to “Appearance.”
Step 2: Under “Fonts,” use the dropdown to select your preferred font size.
Enhance Privacy and Security
Customize Edge’s privacy settings for a more secure browsing experience:
Step 1: Go to Settings > Privacy, search, and services.
Step 2: Choose your desired tracking prevention level (Basic, Balanced, or Strict).
Step 3: Toggle options like “Send ‘Do Not Track’ requests” based on your preferences.
Step 4: Under “Security,” enable features like Microsoft Defender SmartScreen for added protection.
These customizations allow you to tailor Microsoft Edge to your specific needs and preferences. Experiment with different settings to find the perfect setup for your browsing habits.