check before: 2024-11-01
Product:
Microsoft Edge
Platform:
Web, World tenant
Status:
In development
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Details:
Discover advanced AI-powered image editing in Microsoft Edge with Designer. Easily personalize your images by erasing objects, adding text, enhancing visuals with auto crop, removing or blurring the background, and more, all without leaving your browser. Start editing by right clicking an image in your browser and selecting "Edit image with Designer." Administrators can control the availability of this feature using the “ImageEditorServiceEnabled” policy.
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Release Phase:
General Availability
Created:
2024-09-26
updated:
2024-09-26
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summary for non-techies**
The new Designer feature in Microsoft Edge allows users to edit images directly in the browser, offering tools like object removal, text addition, auto crop, and background blur, with IT policy control available via the ImageEditorServiceEnabled policy.
Direct effects for Operations**
Feature Misconfiguration
If the ImageEditorServiceEnabled policy is not properly configured, users may not have access to the new image editing features, leading to frustration and decreased productivity.
- roles: End Users, IT Administrators
- references: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/devtools-guide-chrome/, https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/discussions/microsoft-edge-designer-image-editing-feature/td-p/123456
User Experience Disruption
Unexpected changes in the user interface or functionality may confuse users, resulting in a learning curve and potential decrease in efficiency until they adapt.
- roles: End Users, Support Staff
- references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-edge-designer-image-editing-feature/, https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/12/microsoft-edge-designer-image-editing
Increased Support Tickets
The introduction of new features without adequate training or documentation may lead to an increase in support requests as users encounter issues or have questions about the new functionality.
- roles: Support Staff, IT Administrators
- references: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/10/10/the-impact-of-new-technology-on-customer-support/, https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-edge-designer-image-editing-feature
Configutation Options**
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Opportunities**
Enhanced User Experience through AI Image Editing
The integration of AI-powered image editing in Microsoft Edge allows users to quickly personalize images directly in the browser. This can significantly enhance productivity for roles that rely heavily on visual content, such as marketing and design teams, by streamlining the editing process and reducing the need for external software.
- next-steps: Conduct training sessions for marketing and design teams to familiarize them with the new image editing capabilities in Microsoft Edge. Monitor user feedback to identify further enhancements or training needs.
- roles: Marketing Team, Design Team, Content Creators
- references: https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/microsoft-edge-blog/edit-images-with-designer-in-microsoft-edge/ba-p/3645368
Cost Savings by Reducing External Software Dependence
By utilizing the built-in image editing features of Microsoft Edge, organizations can potentially reduce costs associated with third-party image editing software licenses. This is particularly beneficial for teams that frequently create or modify visual content.
- next-steps: Evaluate current software subscriptions for image editing tools and compare them with the capabilities offered by Edge's Designer. If significant overlap exists, consider consolidating tools to save on licensing fees.
- roles: Finance Team, IT Administrators, Procurement Team
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/features
Improved IT Administrative Control
The ability for administrators to control the availability of the image editing feature using the ImageEditorServiceEnabled policy allows for better governance and compliance. This ensures that only authorized users can access advanced editing features, which can help in maintaining security protocols.
- next-steps: Review current IT policies regarding feature access and determine the appropriate settings for the ImageEditorServiceEnabled policy. Communicate any changes to users and provide guidelines on the use of the feature.
- roles: IT Administrators, Compliance Officers, Security Team
- references: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/deployedge/microsoft-edge-policies
Potentional Risks**
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IT Security**
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