check before: 2025-05-01
Product:
Microsoft 365 suite, Microsoft Edge
Platform:
Online, World tenant
Status:
Change type:
Feature update, User impact
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Details:
Summary:
Microsoft Edge will move the user Profile label to the toolbar to increase tab visibility. This change will roll out in May 2025 with Edge version 136. The Profile label will become a minimized icon on the right side of the toolbar. No admin action is required, but user notification is recommended.
Details:
Coming soon to Microsoft Edge: With multiple tabs open, the tab strip is valuable space for you to quickly find the right tabs. To increase visibility of tab titles, we will move the user Profile label to the toolbar.
[When this will happen:]
General Availability (Worldwide): We will begin rolling out early May 2025 and expect to complete by mid-May 2025.
The changes are included in Microsoft Edge version 136.
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Created:
2025-05-10
updated:
2025-05-10
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summary for non-techies**
Microsoft Edge version 136, releasing in May 2025, will automatically move the user profile label from the left side to a minimized icon on the right toolbar, freeing up space for tabs, with an option for IT managers to control profile label visibility through policy settings.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Confusion
Users may be confused by the new location of the Profile label, leading to difficulty in identifying their profile, especially if they are accustomed to the previous layout.
- roles: End Users, Support Staff
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/deployedge/microsoft-edge-policies#profiletypeinprofilebuttonenabled
Reduced User Experience
The minimized icon may lead to a less intuitive user experience, as users may not immediately recognize the icon's function, potentially impacting their workflow.
- roles: End Users, Product Managers
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/deployedge/microsoft-edge-policies#profiletypeinprofilebuttonenabled
Documentation Updates
Existing documentation may become outdated, requiring updates to reflect the new profile label location, which could lead to inconsistencies in user guidance.
- roles: Technical Writers, IT Administrators
- references: https://learn.microsoft.com/deployedge/microsoft-edge-policies#profiletypeinprofilebuttonenabled
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User Experience Enhancement through Training
With the new profile label location, users may initially struggle to locate their profile settings. Offering targeted training sessions or resources can help users adapt quickly to the change, enhancing overall user experience and productivity.
- next-steps: Develop training materials and schedule training sessions for users, focusing on navigating the new toolbar layout in Edge.
- roles: IT Managers, Training Coordinators, User Support Specialists
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2023/09/12/empowering-users-with-microsoft-365-training/
Documentation Update for IT Support
Updating internal documentation to reflect the new profile location will ensure that IT support teams can provide accurate assistance to users experiencing confusion with the new interface. This can lead to quicker resolution times for support tickets.
- next-steps: Review and revise existing documentation related to Microsoft Edge usage and support, ensuring it includes information on the new profile icon location.
- roles: IT Support Staff, Documentation Specialists, Knowledge Base Managers
- references: https://www.techrepublic.com/article/how-to-create-and-maintain-it-documentation/
Feedback Loop for Continuous Improvement
Establishing a feedback mechanism for users to report their experiences with the new profile label location can provide valuable insights for future updates and enhancements. This proactive approach can lead to better user satisfaction and inform IT about potential training needs.
- next-steps: Implement a feedback tool (e.g., survey or forum) to collect user experiences and suggestions regarding the new Edge profile location.
- roles: User Experience Researchers, IT Managers, Product Managers
- references: https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/blog/importance-of-user-feedback
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