Microsoft has released a new update to the Dev channel of the Edge browser. It is notable for having the Password Monitor enabled on Mac, new policies, and also includes a number of important fixes and improvements.
Category: Microsoft Edge
Microsoft Edge has received a new Downloads flyout
Microsoft has updated the user interface for downloads in the Edge browser. A refined look of the Downloads flyout now includes a number of new useful options.
Edge Dev now supports Apple M1 with build 89.0.752.10
Microsoft has released Edge Dev 89.0.752.10 to Insiders with new improvements and fixes. Two notable changes in the update are native builds for Apple M1 Silicon, and the ability to disable the F12 keys for opening developer tools.
Microsoft Edge has received PDF Search button
By default, Microsoft Edge opens a PDF file when you click on a link to it on some page in the browser. There is a built-in PDF reader feature, that includes all the essential options for you to read a PDF file. Earlier, you could search for text in a PDF file with the Ctrl+F shortcut, but now there is a GUI option for that.
Microsoft Edge Tab and History Sync now available to non-Insiders
Lat year, Microsoft has made the open tab and browsing history sync options to all Edge Insiders. Starting today, the company is rolling out these features to all users, so anyone check the extended sync options in action.
Microsoft Edge Web Capture tool received a new Draw with touch feature
Microsoft has updated the Edge browser with a small but useful feature. It is now possible to enable or disable the Draw with touch feature for the built-in Web Capture tool of the browser.
How to Make Microsoft Edge Use Extension in InPrivate Mode
Make Microsoft Edge Use an Extension in InPrivate Mode
By default, InPrivate mode in Microsoft Edge doesn't allow using installed extensions. However, you may need to enable some extension while using Edge in the private browsing.
Enable Line Wrap in Source View in Edge and Chrome
How to Enable Line Wrap in Source View in Edge and Chrome.
The Chromium project, which serves as base for both Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome browser, has got a nice addition to its built-in source viewer. Now, when you are viewing the source code (HTML markup) of a web page, you can enable the line wrap option.
Enable or Disable Global Media Controls in Toolbar in Microsoft Edge
How to enable or disable Global Media Controls in the toolbar in Microsoft Edge.
Microsoft Edge includes the Global Media Controls feature that lists playing media, e.g. an online video, from all tabs in a single flyout which allows controlling all active media sessions in the browser. When enabled, it adds a special button to the Edge toolbar that opens the session list. Here is how to enable or disable it.
Make Microsoft Edge Download PDF Files instead of Opening
How to make Microsoft Edge download PDF files instead of opening them.
By default, Microsoft Edge opens a PDF file when you click on a link to it on some page in the browser. Many users consider this a convenient feature, as it doesn't require a third-party app to be installed for opening PDFs. On the other hand, some users may prefer an external app, as it often includes extra features and tools.
