Microsoft Edge is a web browser developed by Microsoft, designed to replace Internet Explorer. It offers a modern, user-friendly interface, fast performance, and integration with Microsoft services, making it the default browser for Windows 10 and later versions.
Keeping Microsoft Edge up to date is important for security, performance, and access to new features, ensuring a safer and more efficient web browsing experience.
You can check the version of Microsoft Edge by following these steps:
- Open Microsoft Edge:
- Launch the Microsoft Edge browser on your computer.
- Access the Menu:
- Click on the three horizontal dots (ellipsis) in the upper-right corner of the Edge window. This will open the menu.
- Go to Settings:
- In the menu, hover your cursor over “Help & Feedback” to expand the submenu, and then click on “About Microsoft Edge.”
- View the Version:
- On the “About Microsoft Edge” page, you will see the version number listed. It is usually displayed near the top of the page and follows the format “Microsoft Edge [version number].”
The browser will automatically check for updates and display the version information on this page.
How can I update Microsoft Edge to the latest version?
To update Microsoft Edge to the latest version, follow these steps:
- Open Microsoft Edge: Launch the Microsoft Edge browser on your computer.
- Access the Menu: Click on the three horizontal dots (ellipsis) in the upper-right corner of the Edge window. This will open the menu.
- Go to Settings: In the menu, hover your cursor over “Help & Feedback” to expand the submenu, and then click on “About Microsoft Edge.”
- Check for Updates: On the “About Microsoft Edge” page, Edge will automatically check for updates. If an update is available, it will begin downloading and installing it.
- Restart Microsoft Edge: After the update is downloaded and installed, you may need to restart Microsoft Edge to complete the update process. You can do this by closing and reopening the browser.
Microsoft Edge will automatically keep itself up to date in the background, so you typically don’t need to manually check for updates. However, you can use the steps above to check for updates and ensure you have the latest version if needed.
You can find more information about Microsoft Edge on the official Microsoft Edge website (https://www.microsoft.com/edge) and in Microsoft’s support documentation (https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge).