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Microsoft Edge Browser Will Get a New Scrollbar in Windows 11

Overlay scrollbars are coming

By Allison Murray Allison Murray Tech News Reporter Southern Illinois University Allison reports on all things tech. She's a news junky that keeps her eye on the latest trends. Allison is a writer working out of Chicago, IL, with her only coworker: her cat Norbert. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on August 31, 2021 02:03PM EDT Fact checked by Rich Scherr Fact checked by Rich Scherr University of Maryland Baltimore County Rich Scherr is a seasoned technology and financial journalist who spent nearly two decades as the editor of Potomac and Bay Area Tech Wire. lifewire's fact checking process Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Software & Apps Mobile Phones Internet & Security Computers & Tablets Smart Life Home Theater & Entertainment Software & Apps Social Media Streaming Gaming Microsoft's Edge browser will get an update to its scrollbar in the Windows 11 release this fall. In particular, the Edge browser will get a new scrollbar design called “overlay scrollbars,” according to Windows Latest. The new overlay scrollbar design reportedly will match other Windows 11 apps and hide the scrollbars from view when you don’t need them. Microsoft Members of the Edge Insider program can experience the new look (as long as you’re running the latest build of Canary), but for everyone else, the feature will be available once Windows 11 debuts in October. Microsoft has been prioritizing its Edge browser after it announced in May that it would shut down Internet Explorer on June 15, 2022. The tech giant said the Edge browser has improved compatibility, streamlined productivity, and better browser security over Internet Explorer. The Edge browser might become even more secure than it already is, too, thanks to a new project dubbed "Super Duper Secure Mode" that Microsoft announced earlier this month. The experimental project would automatically disable performance or optimization features to prioritize security when a threat is detected. Microsoft Other Edge updates coming down the pipeline include the ability to edit PDFs within the browser itself, as reported by Digital Information World, which will not only save you time, but is super convenient since you can edit the document and make changes right away. With all these Edge updates and features, it’s no surprise it’s the third most popular browser in the US. According to Statcounter GlobalStats, Google Chrome takes the top spot as the popular internet browser in the US in 2021, followed by Apple’s Safari and Microsoft Edge. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Use Widgets in Windows 11 How to Turn on Incognito Mode in Your Browser When Is Internet Explorer End of Life? How to Update Internet Explorer (Most Recent: IE11) Windows 11: News, Release Date, and Specs How to Show the Favorites Bar in Microsoft Edge How to Make IE11 the Default Browser in Windows How to Fix It When Microsoft Edge Is Not Working What Is Microsoft Internet Explorer? Microsoft Edge vs. Google Chrome How to Open Internet Explorer 11 in Windows 10 How to Clear Cookies for a Specific Site How to Show or Hide Hidden Files and Folders in Windows How to Uninstall or Remove Internet Explorer How to View Internet Explorer Sites on a Mac How to Move IE Temporary Internet Files Folder to Default Location Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies