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Why is sidebar app list retiring??

Has microsoft lost it!! the sidebar app feature is very useful removing that is just not cool I choose edge over other browsers for its functunality and customizations offcourse simplifying is good to compete with browsers like arc but getting rid of the…

Microsoft Edge | Install and update | Windows 11
asked 2026-04-26T04:52:18.1466667+00:00
Manoj Kumar 110 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-31T10:08:02.4133333+00:00
ehsan h 0 Reputation points
asked 2026-05-31T09:00:44.86+00:00
renato del torre 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-31T09:05:01.5733333+00:00
renato del torre 0 Reputation points
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Microsoft is telling me to ask for permission?!

I am using my computer and Microsoft is telling me i need to ask for permission from an adult to access sites on the internet. I am in my mid 20's and i am also not part of any "Family" accounts as i removed myself from them. Why am i receiving…

Microsoft Edge | Website issues | Windows 11
asked 2025-11-16T22:03:10.5933333+00:00
Max Draper 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-31T06:42:38.0866667+00:00
Shani Kumar 0 Reputation points
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Microsoft Edge based passkeys not always working with other browsers and sometimes Edge itself

I logged this in the Feedback hub but am posting it here in case anyone has ideas. Basically, Microsoft Password Manager passkeys which used to be only available to Microsoft Edge are now available to Windows 11 more generally on my PC, including in…

Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 11
asked 2026-05-31T03:52:45.0933333+00:00
LironL 0 Reputation points
edited the question 2026-05-31T06:05:54.1766667+00:00
LironL 0 Reputation points
2 answers

"Search for ... on the web" missing from right-click context menu since Edge 148.0.3967.70 **Linux**

Microsoft Edge: 148.0.3967.70 OS: Linux x64 Affected UI: Right-click menu of "Install as an app" Window When selecting text and right-clicking on "Install as an app" Window, the "Search for '...' on the web" option no…

Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 11
asked 2026-05-23T14:42:41.6566667+00:00
Masterisk 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-31T05:22:14.49+00:00
Masterisk 0 Reputation points
2 answers

Sync Edge to Chrome

Anyone know how to make bookmark edge and chrome (also vice versa) always in sync? I work using both browser on my different devices so i need both browers have same bookmark

Microsoft Edge | Profile, sync, and sign in | Windows 11
asked 2026-05-31T03:08:48.9466667+00:00
Handian Sudianto 7,201 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-31T04:32:01.6966667+00:00
Paulo GM 66,210 Reputation points Independent Advisor
2 answers

How do I stack open windows in Microsoft Edge (on Windows 10 Pro)?

How do I stack open windows in Microsoft Edge (on Windows 10 Pro)?

Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 10
asked 2026-05-30T12:15:05.96+00:00
Penny 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-31T03:02:50.47+00:00
Hendrix-V 14,940 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
3 answers

(Edge) Turn Off Protected Mode in Internet Explorer Mode

I use UiPath to automate processes in Oracle, but the browser needs to have the Protect mode off... The option to turn off the protected mode is not available! I need to turn off protected mode, how can I do that?

Windows for business | Windows Client for IT Pros | User experience | Other
Microsoft Edge | Microsoft Edge development
asked 2022-08-24T09:38:46.25+00:00
彥崴 張 1 Reputation point
answered 2026-05-31T00:58:36.8966667+00:00
Ednis oyat 0 Reputation points
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I need to speak to an agent or atleast a chat bot

I was scammed and the scam involved using Microsoft Security's identity. I would like to see if I have to complete the form that you have at your website, or can I send you a copy of my report I will be sending to ReportFraud.ftc.gov and ic3.gov the FBI…

Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 11
asked 2026-05-30T17:35:37.07+00:00
barb king 20 Reputation points
accepted 2026-05-30T18:07:31.3633333+00:00
barb king 20 Reputation points
2 answers

How does one export or move collections?

This article says ... As part of this change, when accessing Collections in Edge, you will be shown a notice about this gradual retirement. In this message, two boxes will appear - one to Move to Favorites and another to Export Your Data. Neither of…

Microsoft Edge | Favorites, history, and downloads | Windows 11
asked 2026-05-30T16:15:52.41+00:00
jason ch 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-30T17:38:27.2733333+00:00
Paulo GM 66,210 Reputation points Independent Advisor
1 answer

300 energies piece of cake game

Why did you remove the option in Piece of Cake to watch videos and earn up to 300 energy? Why was it reduced to only 100 energy? You benefit from the advertisements, and we players benefit from the energy rewards. If you bring it back to 300 energy, more…

Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 11
asked 2026-05-30T12:51:40.5633333+00:00
A 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-30T12:51:54.15+00:00

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I am signed in but Comment will not post (MSN)

Using Bing, and not the app (just to read an article?), on my 5G phone when I AM ALREADY SIGNED IN TO OUTLOOK/MSN, I usually cannot get the Comment to post. On a Library PC, heavy firewall, (using Firefox because Chrome crashes a lot) I can Post! MSN:…

Microsoft Edge | Website issues | MacOS
asked 2025-05-27T04:52:22+00:00
Anonymous
edited the question 2026-05-30T12:09:49.4666667+00:00
Don Varnau 19,810 Reputation points Volunteer Moderator
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How to change Microsoft password manager PIN?

How do you change the Microsoft password manager PIN? It seems to be a different PIN that I use to sign in to my PC. Also, is there a way to view the Microsoft password manager PIN before I change it? I'm using Windows 11 and as far as I know…

Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 11
asked 2026-05-01T23:50:50.5066667+00:00
DSeng 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-30T10:06:41.33+00:00
Gordon Cloward 0 Reputation points
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Why Microsoft is removing Sidebar app in edge?

Why is the Edge Sidebar app list being fully retired instead of made optional? I use the Sidebar every day, it's one of the main reasons I prefer Edge over other browsers. Features like Read Aloud and the ability to pin apps like Outlook directly in the…

Microsoft Edge | Microsoft Edge development
asked 2026-05-30T09:29:02.9066667+00:00
Sobhan Hosseinpour 0 Reputation points
2 answers

Assessment Page Stuck on “Please wait while connecting” and Achievements Not Updating

While attempting to complete the assessment, the page gets stuck on the message “Please wait while connecting,” as shown in the attached screenshot. I first attempted this on Friday, and I initially thought the issue might be from my side. However, I…

Microsoft Edge | Website issues | Windows 11
asked 2026-05-18T10:15:55.3133333+00:00
Paidi, Nikhitha 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-30T08:40:02.3733333+00:00
Emma1-N 7,375 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
2 answers

Edge won't let me change default browser to google

Edge won't let me change default browser to chrome

Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 10
asked 2026-05-28T20:00:36.6533333+00:00
vincent balanky 0 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-30T07:43:11.9633333+00:00
Clary-N 11,395 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
2 answers

Edge Doesn't Allow Downloading of Professional Engineering Software

I've purchased very expensive software from a company called Sonnet Software. Sonnet has been in business since the 1980s serving the engineering community. Edge doesn't allow me to download Sonnet Software. Upon right-clicking and reporting the…

Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 11
asked 2026-05-28T16:14:04.7+00:00
=D 155 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-30T06:58:45.1133333+00:00
Hendrix-V 14,940 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
2 answers

Edge memory leak and tab crashing on Tubi (Error: STATUS_BREAKPOINT / OUT_OF_MEMORY)

I am having a persistent, repeatable issue where Edge completely locks up during commercial breaks on Tubi. Task manager shows Edge suddenly eating up to 95% of my RAM, and then the tab just outright dies, throwing an "Out of Memory" or…

Microsoft Edge | Website issues | Windows 11
asked 2026-05-28T08:04:15.4433333+00:00
David Miller 30 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-30T06:58:36.5066667+00:00
Hendrix-V 14,940 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator
2 answers

Need Lifetime license

I had a subscription before which expired couple of months ago. Now I don't need the subscritption and will be okay to not to have any new updates. How and where do i buy the lifetime license?

Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 10
asked 2026-05-30T05:47:26.2366667+00:00
Parveen Gill 0 Reputation points
answered 2026-05-30T06:27:26.92+00:00
DaveM121 882.8K Reputation points Independent Advisor
1 answer

Block the low IQ advertisement to 'use recommended browser settings'

I don't open my browser to get harassed by Microsoft over what search engine I am using. I have attempted to block this three times, it is still coming back. How do I block this low IQ harassing advertisement permanently? Or is the solution not using…

Microsoft Edge | Open the browser | Windows 11
asked 2026-05-28T19:09:17.86+00:00
Scallywag 80 Reputation points
commented 2026-05-30T06:23:02.5266667+00:00
Emma1-N 7,375 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator