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How To Stop Microsoft Edge From Running in Background
Modifying your settings can stop Edge from running
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Updated onMarch 27, 2024
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Many are wondering how to stop Edge from running in the background since it uses your PC’s resources. This is easier than you think, and this guide will show you how to do it.
Why is Microsoft Edge running in the background?
Edge runs in the background so it can deliver notifications and receive updates, but you can easily stop it.
How can I stop Microsoft Edge from running in the background?
1. Use Windows Settings
If Microsoft Edge keeps running in the background at the end of these steps, you should try the next solution.
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2. Edit your Windows Registry
How do I stop unnecessary background processes?
To learn more, visit our guide on how todisable background apps on Windows 11.
Should I continue running background extensions and apps when Microsoft Edge is closed?
Running background extensions and apps has no malicious consequences on your computer. However, this may be too tasking on an older computer and will make the device lag.
That’s it. In this article, we have shown you how on Windows 10/11, you can stop Edge from running in the background.
Unfortunately, this isn’t the only problem you can encounter, and many reported thatInternet Explorer opens Edge, but there’s a way to fix this issue.
Many also reported havingtoo many background processes, so it’s no wonder they want to stop Edge from running. To learn more, we have a guide onhow many processes should be running on your PC, so don’t miss it.
Let us know if you are successful in stopping Edge Chromium from running in the background. And if you have any other suggestions or questions, feel free to leave them in the comments below.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
