508520 – Microsoft Edge: Tab Search

Product:

Microsoft Edge

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

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Details:

Tab Search helps users stay organized by letting them quickly find and reopen recently closed tabs or search across all open ones in a single view. From the same menu, they can also enable Vertical Tabs, access the AI-powered Organize Tabs feature, and open Workspaces.

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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2025-10-03

updated:
2025-10-23

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summary for non-techies**

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Direct effects for Operations**

User Experience Degradation
If the Tab Search feature is implemented without proper user training, users may struggle to adapt to the new interface, leading to confusion and decreased productivity.
   - roles: End Users, IT Support Staff
   - references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/features/tab-search, https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-edge-tab-search

Increased Support Tickets
The introduction of new features like Tab Search without adequate preparation may lead to an increase in support tickets as users encounter issues or have questions about the new functionality.
   - roles: IT Support Staff, Help Desk Technicians
   - references: https://www.zdnet.com/article/microsoft-edge-tab-search-feature-what-you-need-to-know/, https://www.forbes.com/sites/greatspeculations/2023/10/01/microsoft-edge-new-features-and-their-impact-on-user-support/

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're working at your desk with a stack of papers spread out in front of you. Each paper represents a different task or topic you're juggling. Now, imagine if you had a magic tool that allowed you to instantly find any specific paper you needed, even if it was buried under the pile or had been put away in a drawer. That's essentially what the Tab Search feature in Microsoft Edge does for your web browsing experience.

Tab Search is like having a personal assistant for your browser tabs. When you're online, it's common to have multiple tabs open, each representing a different website or document you're working on. Sometimes, you might close a tab by accident or lose track of which tab contains the information you need. With Tab Search, you can quickly locate and reopen any recently closed tabs or search through all your open tabs from one convenient view. It's like having a digital filing system that helps you stay organized and efficient.

Additionally, from the same menu, you can enable Vertical Tabs, which rearranges your tabs into a vertical list on the side of your screen. This is similar to turning your stack of papers into a neat, vertical file organizer, making it easier to see and manage everything at once. You can also access the AI-powered Organize Tabs feature, which acts like a smart assistant that helps you group related tabs together, much like organizing your papers into folders based on their topics.

Lastly, the Workspaces feature allows you to create separate environments for different projects or tasks. It's like having different sections of your desk dedicated to specific projects, so you can switch between them without losing focus or getting overwhelmed.

These features are designed to enhance your productivity by keeping your digital workspace tidy and easy to navigate, much like having an organized physical workspace.