MC1072406 – Microsoft Edge for Business: New PDF viewer powered by Adobe engine now available for testing in Edge Beta

Product:

Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 suite, Microsoft Edge, Purview Information Protection

Platform:

Online, Web, World tenant

Status:

In development

Change type:

New feature, User impact, Admin impact

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MC1154300
489231

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Summary:
Microsoft Edge for Business introduces a new Adobe-powered PDF viewer available for testing in Edge Beta (version 136). Organizations should validate their workflows before the default rollout in October 2025. Key enhancements include performance, accessibility, and compatibility improvements. The legacy viewer will retire in early 2026. For more details, visit the Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID [489231](https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=489231).

Details:
The Adobe-powered PDF viewer in Microsoft Edge for Business is now available in beta for organizations to test. Organizations can now experience the viewer by default in Edge Beta (starting in version 136) and validate how it works within their PDF workflows. This early testing period helps identify and address any issues before the viewer becomes the default in Edge Stable release in October 2025. We will retire the legacy PDF viewer in early 2026.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 489231.
[When this will happen:]
The Adobe-powered PDF viewer is now available in beta to test.
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out mid-October 2025 and expect to complete by late October 2025.

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Created:
2025-05-13

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2025-05-13

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Microsoft Edge for Business is introducing a new PDF viewer powered by Adobe, now available for testing in the Edge Beta version. Think of this change like upgrading from a regular car to a high-performance vehicle. The new Adobe-powered viewer is designed to be faster and more efficient, much like how a sports car accelerates quicker and handles better than a standard sedan.

Organizations are encouraged to test this new viewer in their current workflows to ensure everything runs smoothly before it becomes the default option in October 2025. This is similar to taking a new car for a test drive before deciding to make it your primary vehicle. It helps identify any potential issues and allows for adjustments to be made in advance.

Key improvements with this new viewer include faster document loading and smoother scrolling, akin to how a high-performance car offers a smoother ride. It also enhances accessibility, making it easier for everyone to use, much like how a car with advanced features can accommodate drivers with different needs.

The new viewer also offers better compatibility with various document types and languages, similar to how a versatile vehicle can handle different terrains and weather conditions. For organizations, there are exclusive features like viewing certain protected PDF files and enhanced digital signature verification, which can be compared to having specialized tools in a car for specific tasks.

Organizations that have already adopted the new viewer using specific settings will continue to benefit from ongoing improvements without needing to take further action. For those who haven't, it's recommended to start testing now to ensure a smooth transition when the new viewer becomes the default.

In summary, this change is about enhancing the PDF viewing experience in Microsoft Edge, much like upgrading to a more advanced and capable vehicle, ensuring better performance, accessibility, and compatibility for all users.