Microsoft Launches Edge 141 Update with New Features
Today, Microsoft unveiled the Edge 141 update in the Stable channel, introducing significant enhancements, especially for enterprise and office users. The update designates Microsoft’s Adobe engine-based PDF reader as the default PDF viewer, a decision that aims to streamline the reading experience across business environments.
Enhanced Performance and Features
This new functionality follows Microsoft’s announcement from April earlier this year, where it outlined plans to improve Edge with superior “performance, accessibility, and compatibility.”The Edge 141 update also promises exclusive features tailored for enterprise use, filling gaps in earlier versions. Microsoft has indicated that the deployment will be gradual and span several months to ensure smooth integration.
Administrator Controls
For system administrators, Microsoft has introduced the NewPDFReaderEnabled policy, empowering them to manage the default PDF viewer settings directly within Edge for Windows. Additionally, the NewPDFReaderWebView2List policy allows control over the viewer behavior in WebView2 applications, providing enhanced oversight for enterprise environments.
Security Enhancements
A noteworthy security adjustment accompanies this update, restricting websites from sending requests to local network servers. Although this feature is currently inactive, it will take effect as the default setting in the upcoming Edge version 143. Release notes clarify that when a site attempts to connect, Edge will prompt the user for permission, thereby enhancing privacy and security without compromising modern web standards. This permission request capability will be confined to secure contexts, offering an added layer of protection for users.
Changes to Browsing Data Management
Another significant update is the alteration in how Edge handles users’ browsing data. The previous options for automatic deletion of passwords and autofill data in the “Clear browsing data on close”setting have been removed. Users still retain the ability to manually delete passwords and form data, allowing for greater flexibility in data management.
Real-Time Video Translation Feature
In addition, Microsoft announced new system requirements for the exciting feature of real-time video translation. This feature allows users to watch videos in various languages with translated audio dubbing. However, it’s important to note that availability may hinge on several factors, including device type, hardware configurations (minimum of 12 GB RAM and a 4-core CPU), region, and platform, making it accessible only in select markets.
Accessing the Full Changelog
For those interested in a complete overview of what’s included in Edge stable version 141.0.3537.57, the full changelog can be found on Microsoft’s official website. Users can also download the latest version directly from there using this link.
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