Are you overwhelmed by the ever-expanding feature set of Microsoft Edge? You’re not alone. Edge is already a potent browser, but its plethora of features can be oppressive for many who just want a more simplified experience.
Microsoft offers a few customization choices within the Edge settings. However, many user-centric improvements require changing hidden policies, which most users find unacceptable.
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Enter MSEdge Tweaker: Optimize Your Microsoft Edge Experience
Microsoft Edge is today a powerful browser with a ton of capabilities. However, these many features can be overwhelming for many consumers.
If you’re wishing your browsing was more efficient, MSEdge Tweaker could be the answer. Bob Pony’s third-party script enables you to disable certain features in Edge that enhance your browsing efficiency.
To deactivate any unwanted Edge features, use this script.
Customization Options:
The script offers different choices for disabling features you might not find necessary.
- Disable the first run experience and splash screen
- Disable importing from other web browsers on launch
- Disable browser sign-in and sync services
- Disable setting as the default browser
- Disable Edge sidebar
- Disable shopping assistant
- Disable sponsored links in the new tab page
- Extras Menu
Extras Menu:
The Extras Menu provides additional options to further customize your Edge experience:
- Disable the Insider banner on the About page
- Disable the user feedback option
- Disable the search bar and on startup
- Disable browser guest mode
- Disable collections feature
- Disable startup boost
Getting Started with MSEdge Tweaker:
Download the script file for MSEdge Tweaker from the official GitHub repository at
Click the “Download raw file” icon to download the script (.cmd file) file. Your browser might flag it as dangerous; to proceed, choose “keep anyway.”
Run the downloaded “.cmd” file as an administrator. There are eight selections on the menu that the script provides. Enter a number (1–8) for each feature you wish to disable.
A Word of Caution: Back Up Before You Tweak
Keep in mind that altering these settings will trigger a banner in Edge, signifying that your organization manages the browser. Also, it might not be as simple as it seems to go back to the default settings.
How to Revert Changes (if Needed)
Fortunately, a clever workaround exists. Open the script in Notepad to see its impact on the registry keys. This information allows you to revert changes manually as needed.
Conclusion
If you want more control over your Microsoft Edge experience and would like to remove unnecessary features, MSEdge Tweaker may be your answer. With this powerful script, you can personalize your browser to meet your specific requirements, enhancing both the efficiency and enjoyment of your web surfing experience.
Official website:
https://github.com/TheBobPony/EdgeTweaker
