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If you have ample RAM, this trick may not be a serious concern for you. However, if not, turning it off will save RAM and prevent browser lag or freezes when opening multiple tabs. Especially considering that Microsoft Edge still has a long way to go to catch up with browsers like Firefox or Google Chrome, particularly the current king of browsers, Google Chrome.
Guide to disable Tab Preview mode on Microsoft Edge
Important: This mode cannot be disabled through regular interfaces; it requires registry editing, a powerful tool for deep system changes. Use it with caution, as a minor mistake can result in abnormal computer behavior.
Step 1: Press Window + R and type regedit.
Guide to Disable Tab Preview Mode on Microsoft Edge
Step 2: Navigate to the following key:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\ SOFTWARE\ Classes\ Local Settings\ Software\ Microsoft\ Windows\ CurrentVersion\ AppContainer\ Storage\ microsoft.microsoftedge_8wekyb3d8bbwe\ MicrosoftEdge\ TabbedBrowsing
Turn off Tab Preview Mode on Microsoft Edge
Step 3: Right-click in the white space on the right and choose New -> DWORD (32-bit) Value.
How to Disable Tab Preview Mode on Microsoft Edge
Step 4: Right-click on the newly created file and select Rename, then change the name to TabPeekEnabled.
Disable Tab Preview Mode on Microsoft Edge
Step 5: Double-click on the renamed file and set the value to 0.
Now, restart Microsoft Edge, and this feature will be turned off immediately without requiring a restart. You have successfully disabled Tab Preview Mode on Microsoft Edge.
If you want to re-enable the Tab Preview feature on Microsoft Edge, simply follow the steps up to the last one and change the value from 0 to 1.
Here's a handy trick from Mytour for more flexibility when using Microsoft Edge. Note that this customization doesn't impact tasks on the browser, and resetting the browser, even to default settings, won't affect this trick. Nowadays, ad-blocking features are prevalent even on Edge. If you're not familiar, check out articles on how to block ads on Edge and follow the instructions.
Additionally, exploring Microsoft Edge reveals unique features that browsers like Firefox, Chrome, or Cốc Cốc lack. For example, displaying YouTube lyrics on Microsoft Edge is both unique and impressive. Don't forget to explore the keyboard shortcuts, hotkeys tailored for this browser. Using Edge's shortcuts will make your web navigation more efficient.
