check before: 2025-04-01
Product:
Microsoft Edge, Outlook
Platform:
Windows Desktop, World tenant
Status:
In development
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Details:
To make finding browser settings more efficient, Microsoft Edge is introducing three navigation improvements to Edge Settings. We are making no changes to the functionality of any setting and all settings will remain on the same page as they are today but will be behind clickable sections. The first is introducing quick access to the most used actions on the landing page of Edge Settings. Second, each densely populated page—Privacy, search, and services; Appearance; Cookies and site permissions; System and performance—will feature quick access to its most used actions. Third, for these same pages, each section will now click-through to its respective sub-settings (similar to a table of contents).
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2024-09-13
updated:
2025-02-08
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summary for non-techies**
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Direct effects for Operations**
User Confusion
Users may struggle to locate settings due to the new navigation structure, leading to frustration and inefficiency in managing browser settings.
- roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/business/enterprise, https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-edge-settings-update
Increased Support Tickets
The change in settings navigation could lead to an increase in support requests as users seek help in finding settings, impacting IT resources.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Helpdesk Technicians
- references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-edge-gets-new-settings-navigation/, https://www.forbes.com/sites/greatspeculations/2023/10/01/microsoft-edge-settings-update-impact-on-user-experience/
Training Needs
The new settings layout may necessitate additional training for users to adapt to the changes, impacting productivity during the transition period.
- roles: End Users, Training Coordinators
- references: https://www.cio.com/article/329123/microsoft-edge-settings-update-what-you-need-to-know.html, https://www.techrepublic.com/article/microsoft-edge-settings-changes-and-user-training/
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Enhanced User Experience through Improved Navigation
The new navigation improvements in Microsoft Edge Settings will streamline the process for users to access frequently used settings. This will significantly reduce the time spent searching for settings, enhancing productivity and user satisfaction.
- next-steps: Conduct user training sessions to familiarize staff with the new navigation features. Gather feedback on user experience to identify any further improvements needed.
- roles: IT Administrators, End Users, Support Staff
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/discussions/microsoft-edge-settings-navigation-improvements/ba-p/3564566
Increased Efficiency in IT Support Operations
With the improved settings navigation, IT support staff can resolve user queries faster as they can guide users more effectively to the specific settings they need, reducing support ticket resolution time.
- next-steps: Update IT support documentation to reflect the new navigation. Train support staff on how to utilize the new features for quicker resolutions.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Technicians
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/business/download
Reduction in User Training Time
As the settings are now more organized and accessible, onboarding new employees will be easier, requiring less time for training on browser settings and configurations.
- next-steps: Develop a brief training module or video highlighting the new navigation features for new hires. Monitor training effectiveness and adjust as necessary.
- roles: HR Managers, Training Coordinators, IT Administrators
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/business
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IT Security**
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change history
Date | Property | old | new |
2025-02-08 | RM Release | February CY2025 | April CY2025 |
2025-01-07 | RM Release | December CY2024 | February CY2025 |
2024-12-05 | RM Release | November CY2024 | December CY2024 |
2024-10-24 | RM Release | October CY2024 | November CY2024 |
2024-09-17 | RM Product Tags | Outlook | Microsoft Edge |
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