This update replaces the old Microsoft Edge with the new Chromium base Microsoft Edge.

This update will not be available if you have already installed the new Microsoft Edge (stable).

The new Microsoft Edge is available for Windows 10, version 1803 and 1809

Applies to: Windows 10 version 1803 all editions, Windows 10 version 1809 all editions, Microsoft Edge


Summary

Microsoft has released a new Chromium-based version of Microsoft Edge. This new version provides best in class compatibility with extensions and websites. Additionally, this new version provides great support for the latest rendering capabilities, modern web applications, and powerful developer tools across all supported OS platforms.

To learn more about the new Microsoft Edge, see the following resources:

• New Year, New Browser - The New Microsoft Edge is Out of Preview and Now Available for Download
• Upgrading to the new Microsoft Edge

Improvements and fixes

This update includes the following quality improvements:

• Start menu pins, tiles, and shortcuts for the current version of Microsoft Edge will migrate to the new Microsoft Edge.
• Taskbar pins and shortcuts for the current version of Microsoft Edge will migrate to the new Microsoft Edge.
• The new Microsoft Edge will be pinned to the taskbar. If the current version of Microsoft Edge is already pinned, it will be replaced.
• The new Microsoft Edge will add a shortcut to the desktop. If the current version of Microsoft Edge already has a shortcut, it will be replaced.
• By default, most protocols that Microsoft Edge handles will be migrated to the new Microsoft Edge.
• The current version of Microsoft Edge will be hidden from UX surfaces in the OS. This includes settings, applications, and any file or protocol support dialog boxes.
• Attempts to start the current version of Microsoft Edge will redirect to the new Microsoft Edge.
• The First Run Experience (FRE) will auto-launch the first time that a device restarts after the new Microsoft Edge is installed.
• Data from earlier versions of Microsoft Edge (such as passwords, favorites, open tabs) will be available in the new Microsoft Edge.
• This new Microsoft Edge does not support uninstalling of this update.
• To view supported features, please see the Microsoft Edge Platform Status.

Known issues in this update

We are currently not aware of any issues with this update.

How to get this update

Windows update

This update will be downloaded and installed automatically from Windows Update.

Prerequisites

You must have one of the following updates or a later update installed to apply this update:

For Windows 10, version 1809

• Recommended: November 12, 2019—KB4523205 (OS Build 17763.864)
• Optional: October 15, 2019—KB4520062 (OS Build 17763.832)

For Windows 10, version 1803

• Recommended: November 12, 2019—KB4525237 (OS Build 17134.1130)
• Optional: October 15, 2019—KB4519978 (OS Build 17134.1099)

Source: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/...e-is-available

See also:

• KB4559309 Update for new Microsoft Edge for Windows 10 - May 20
• KB4541302 New Microsoft Edge is available for Windows 10 version 1903 and 1909

Latest Microsoft Edge released for Windows

Posted By: Brink
03 Jun 2020