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Edge Efficiency Mode: What is it & How to Enable it
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Updated onMarch 12, 2024
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Do you use Microsoft’s browser Edge and are looking for ways to optimize your power usage? If so, you’re in for a treat because the browser has an Efficiency Mode built-in feature.
Toggling this function to ON will cause the inactive tabs to sleep after 5 minutes of inactivity. That will save resources, especially memory and CPU load. However, it will also cause a lack of video streaming and animation performance. The option will also save battery life, so it’s perfect if you’re on a laptop far from an outlet.
Even if there are quite a fewgreat browsers for the new OS, that are highly customizable, it is up to you to quickly learn how tofix Microsoft Edge problems on Windows 11.
And now, it seems like we’re going somewhere with this. In anApril 2023 update of Edge, Microsoft revved up the Efficiency Mode, which now includes two options called balanced savings or maximum savings.
For those looking to enable this new feature and speed up your Windows 11 PC while browsing the web, here’s how you can turn on the new Efficiency mode in Microsoft Edge.
If you’re not an Insider, we still have some tips and a solution to speed up your Edge browser as it is, so read on.
How do I optimize Microsoft Edge in Windows 11?
1. Turn on the Efficiency mode
If you’re an insider running the latest Edge Canary build, you can also include the Efficiency mode button in the taskbar.
All you need to do is enterSettings, then select theAppearanceoption from the left, then scroll down and toggle on theShow performance buttonoption.
The button will instantly appear in the toolbar so you can activate and deactivate the function quickly, without going through the Settings menu ever again.
2. Modify the System and Performance settings
We recommend setting up the System and Performance settings for those running the stable build. This way. you can rest assured that you have the best configuration for your browser.
As you can see, the steps above are easy to follow, and your browser can sometimes speed up visibly after such a task.Clearing cache and cookiescan also help optimize your Edge browser.
Best tips on how to increase browsing efficiency:
No matter what browser you’re using, we’ve gathered a few valuable tricks that will help you achieve improved browsing results:
Hope you found what you were looking for and that you can finally take advantage of the highest efficiency settings in Windows 11. Even more, you can check out our guide onbest DualSense Edge settings for FPSand remap all the buttons on your controller.
After all, you know howWindows 11 compares to Windows 10, and it’s only natural to be eager to enjoy the latest improvements in terms of design, performance, and more.
What’s your way of optimizing Edge?
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Vladimir Popescu
Being an artist his entire life while also playing handball at a professional level, Vladimir has also developed a passion for all things computer-related.
With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.
When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.
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