How to Set or Remove Microsoft Edge as Default Browser
Are you consideringswitching from browserssuch as Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and others to Microsoft Edge? you’re able to easily set Edge as your default browser not only on Windows PCs, but also on Android, iPhone, iPad, and Mac computers. When you make Edge your default browser, it will be used to open links and perform other browser-related tasks. Let’s check how to make or remove Edge as the default browser.
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How to Set Microsoft Edge as Default Browser on Android
There are two ways to make Microsoft Edge your default browser on Android phones like Samsung, Google Pixel, OnePlus, Oppo, Xiaomi, etc.
Method 1: From Settings
1.InstallMicrosoft Edgeon your Android phone.
2.OpenSettingson your phone.
3.Go toAppsor Apps & notifications and tap onDefault apps.
4.Tap on theBrowser appto set a new default app. SelectEdgefrom the list.
Method 2: Using Microsoft Edge
1.Open Microsoft Edge on your phone.
Tap on the three-dot icon and selectSettings.
You will see a message notification at the top saying “Set as default browser”. Tap on it. If you don’t see it, look for “Set Microsoft Edge as default” at the bottom. Tap it.
Tapping on either of the two will take you to the Default apps setting on your phone. Press theBrowserappoption and selectEdgefrom the list.
How to Remove Microsoft Edge as Default Browser on Android
Go to phoneSettings > Apps > Default apps > Browser app. Microsoft Edge will be selected as the default app. Tap on any other browser app to set it as the default app and to remove Edge.
How to Set Microsoft Edge as Default Browser on iOS and iPadOS
If you are having iOS and iPadOS 14+, you can easily change the default browser to Edge as shown below. However, if your iPhone is running anything less than iOS 14, you cannot change the default browser.
1.Install Microsoft Edgeon your iPhone
- OpenSettingson your iPhone or iPad. Scroll down and tap onEdge.
3.Press theDefault browser appoption and selectEdgefrom the list. You will find theDefault browser appsetting inside all the installed browser settings.
Alternatively, open Microsoft Edge browser on your iPhone and tap on the three-dot icon. Go toSettingsand select theSet as default browseroption.
How to Remove Microsoft Edge as Default Browser on iOS and iPadOS
To remove Microsoft Edge as the default browser, you need to make some other browser the default app.
Open Settings, scroll down, and tap onEdge. Tap on theDefault browser appoption and select the browser which you want to make default.
How to Set Microsoft Edge as Default Browser on macOS
1.Download andInstall Microsoft Edgefrom the official Microsoft site on your Mac. If you aren’t sure about installing apps on macOS, learnhow to install Edge on your Mac.
- After installing Edge, click on theApple menuat the top-left corner of your Mac and selectSystem preferencesfrom the menu.
3. The System preferences window will open. Click onGeneral.
- Click on the drop-down box next toDefault browserand selectEdgefrom it.
How to Remove Microsoft Edge as Default Browser on macOS
To remove Edge as the default browser on Mac, you will need to follow the steps mentioned in the above section and choose a different browser other than Edge in step 3 i.e., go toApple Menu > System Preferences > General. Select a different browser from the drop-down box next to the Default browser.
How to Set Microsoft Edge as Default Browser on Windows
The steps to make Microsoft Edge as the default browser slightly differ on Windows 10 and Windows 11. Here are three ways to switch to Edge.
Method 1: For Windows 10
1.Open Settings on your Windows 10 PC.
2.Go toAppsand click onDefault appsfrom the sidebar.
3.Click on the browser listed underWeb browserin the right panel and select Microsoft Edge from the list.
Method 2: For Windows 11
1. Open Settings on your Windows 11 computer.
2.Go toAppsfrom the left panel and chooseDefault appson the right side.
3.Look forMicrosoft Edgeunder the list of apps. Click on it.
4.You will find several link types such as .htm, .html, .mhtml, etc. Click on the ones that show something else other than Edge especially .htm, .HTML, HTTP, and selectEdgefrom the list. That’s it. Edge is now set as the default browser on your Windows 11 PC.
Method 3: For Windows 10 and 11
If the above methods don’t work or you find it difficult to use, you can set Edge as the default browser from the Edge app itself on both Windows 10 and Windows 11.
For that, follow these steps:
1.Open Edge browser on your PC.
2.Click on thethree-doticon at the top-right corner of the browser and selectSettingsfrom the menu.
- Click onDefault browserin the left panel. Then, press theMake defaultnext toMake Microsoft Edge your default browser.
How to Remove Microsoft Edge as Default Browser on Windows
The following steps will work on Windows 10 and Windows 11.
1.Install the desired browser app on your Windows 10 or 11 PC. Let’s say Chrome.
2.Open Chrome Settings by clicking on the three-dot icon. ChooseSettingsfrom the menu.
3.Click onDefault browserand press theMake defaultbutton next to the Default browser.
On Windows 10, you can also go toSettings > Apps > Default apps > Web browserand select a browser different than Edge.
For Windows 11, follow the steps mentioned under theMake Edge as default browser on Windows 11and choose a different browser under the Default apps section. That is, go toSettings > Apps > Default apps > Chrome(or any other browser). Click on various file types and select Chrome to remove Edge as the default browser. Learn how toredirect Windows 11 widgets from Edge to Chrome.
Tips to Use Microsoft Edge
Once you have set Edge as the default browser, it’s time to customize Edge. Check out thebest Edge extensionsthat are inspired by Chrome. You should take a look at thebeautiful Microsoft Edge themesas well. Finally, read thebest tips and tricks for Edge.
Mehvish Mushtaqis a tech lover from Kashmir. With a degree in computer engineering, she’s always been happy to help anyone who finds technology challenging. She’s been writing about technology for over six years, and her favorite topics include how-to guides, explainers, tips and tricks for Android, iOS/iPadOS, Windows, social media, and web apps. You can also find her work onMake Tech Easier,Guiding Tech, andNerds Chalk
