Microsoft Edge updates will make cross-device browsing seamless
Microsoft is giving users even more reasons to make the switch to Edge
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Since releasing Chromium-based Edge last November,Microsofthas continually updated itsbrowserwith new features and capabilities to entice users to switch.
Recently the software giant rolled out support forvertical tabsin Edge which allows power users to see all of their open tabs in a panel on the left side of their browser window.
At the same time though, Microsoft is trying toreinvent the toolbarby making it possible for users to access their favorites, history and collections instantly while browsing the web. The company even added aKids Modeto Edge with “kid-friendly features and safety guardrails in place”.
Now though, based on several updates to the Microsoft 365 Roadmap, it appears that Microsoft isn’t done adding new features to Edge and the company’s new updates will make it even easier to pick up where you left off in its browser regardless of which device you’re using.
Cross-device browsing
The first new planned feature forMicrosoft Edgeis synced browser history support for history search and it it slated to roll out some time next month. With this feature enabled, Edge users will be able to search both their local browsing history as well as their synced browser history across all of their devices.
In another update to its Microsoft 365 Roadmap, the company revealed that it will extendautofill suggestionsto include content copied from the clipboard. This means that clipboard content will be parsed when users click on a profile/address field (phone, email, zip code, city, state, etc.) and it will show as an autofill suggestion. Just like with synced browser history support, this feature is scheduled to roll out in April.
Finally, Microsoft will give users the option to synchronize their payment information across their signed in devices beginning with Microsoft Edge version 92 which will launch in July of this year.
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If you haven’t givenChromium-based Edgea try yet, Microsoft has given you plenty of reasons to test out its new browser with even more set to release later this year.
After working with the TechRadar Pro team for the last several years, Anthony is now the security and networking editor at Tom’s Guide where he covers everything from data breaches and ransomware gangs to the best way to cover your whole home or business with Wi-Fi. When not writing, you can find him tinkering with PCs and game consoles, managing cables and upgrading his smart home.
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