How to STOP/DELETE the new EDGE Browser ?

Outch.. the piece of garbage EDGE doesn't even show up in the notification set setup, nor in the program list, it only shows up in the START app list menu.. even then the only options there is : "pin to task bar, run as administrator or open file location".. this is truly frustrating!

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This EDGE monstrosity only show up in the START menu with limited control, very likely meant it to be that way!

Jacee said:

In settings, turn everything off in Edge-----

Maybe you have not been blessed with the latest (may-jun) updates, to differ from what I have after the update! The non existent Edge notification set up, or is it ? :-( !

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idgat said:

But that's not going to disable/remove/uninstall Edge.

Edge is an integral (whether "valuable" or useful is another question) component of Windows 10 and cannot be removed ... Ignored, yes, but removed, no.

It's no different to the old IE - that was set as the default browser for previous Windows, until changed by the user. Edge in Win 10 is no different. Just be thankful it can, in fact, be changed.

OK
I figured that much, the impossibility to contradict the dictatorial imposition, BUT.. where in the heck can one IGNORE MS EDGE..It doesn't even exist in the list of apps anywhere, only shows up to pin or to start... I wish I get a straight answer to this headache.

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idgat said:

But that's not going to disable/remove/uninstall Edge.

Edge is an integral (whether "valuable" or useful is another question) component of Windows 10 and cannot be removed ... Ignored, yes, but removed, no.


Jace

It's no different to the old IE - that was set as the default browser for previous Windows, until changed by the user. Edge in Win 10 is no different. Just be thankful it can, in fact, be changed.

OK
I figured that much, the impossibility to contradict the dictatorial imposition, BUT.. where in the heck can one IGNORE MS EDGE..It doesn't even exist in the list of apps anywhere, only shows up to pin or to start... I wish I get a straight answer to this headache.

Jacee mentioned the "Edge Notification".. there is no Notification concerning Edge period. You did too, am I the only one stuck with a limp MS Edge browser???

idgat said:

What's the headache? It's there (to stay, unfortunately for your requirements), just ignore it.



I'm not quite sure what you're really looking for. If you set your default browser as something else, Edge is effectively ignored. It just sits there as an icon in your Start menu which is never activated (If you're really that keen on things, you can even delete the icon from the Start menu .. I wouldn't, just leave it sit there).



What more of answer do you want?

OK, I already somehow , perhaps temporarily reverted the default to what I wanted to be, BUT I wanted to be sure I can get hold on what Jacee and you referred to as a "SETUP NOTIFICATION FOR EDGE".. neither of you answered the question :Where is this menu Item".. I don't have it! have you both missed the latest upgrade (May - June)? to be unaware of what happened to a missing EDGE Notification setup?
No problem now! YES so far , I was able to twist EDGE's whim to be the default. I am simply concerned it might occur again!
I do however than the both of you and Jacee to take the time to help out.

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W10 Tweaker said:

Hi Rickerz. The solutions below will prevent Cortana or context menu searches from launching Edge and Bing. It's your PC, you should choose your preferred broswer and search engine.

The solution if Firefox is your preferred browser is Foxtana Pro.

Foxtana Pro - Redirect Cortana – Get this Extension for �� Firefox (en-CA)


For Chrome based browsers, Chrometana & Edge Deflector accomplish the same task. I've used the latter fix for more than 2.5 years with zero grief. I still use the original programs but Marc Guiselin has released an updated version.

Chrometana Pro - Redirect Cortana and Bing - Chrome Web Store

Thank you for the enlightenment. I am no fond of Cortana nor Foxana.. I found out AI to be..UH unhelpful , you ought to know that in all honesty!. That was not in anyway my prime concern, I tried to follow an advice to simply check in SYSTEM the EDGE Notification setup.."but noooo there is no such a thing :" as Steve Martin might say! Cheer man!

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W10 Tweaker said:

Hi Rickerz. The solutions below will prevent Cortana or context menu searches from launching Edge and Bing. It's your PC, you should choose your preferred broswer and search engine.

The solution if Firefox is your preferred browser is Foxtana Pro.

Foxtana Pro - Redirect Cortana – Get this Extension for �� Firefox (en-CA)


For Chrome based browsers, Chrometana & Edge Deflector accomplish the same task. I've used the latter fix for more than 2.5 years with zero grief. I still use the original programs but Marc Guiselin has released an updated version.

Chrometana Pro - Redirect Cortana and Bing - Chrome Web Store

Thank you for the enlightenment. I am no fond of Cortana nor Foxana.. I found out AI to be..UH unhelpful , you ought to know that in all honesty!. That was not in anyway my prime concern, I tried to follow an advice to simply check in SYSTEM the EDGE Notification setup.."but noooo there is no such a thing :" as Steve Martin might say! Cheer man!