Microsoft Edge is a popular web browser that comes pre-installed on Windows computers. While it offers a smooth browsing experience, sometimes you may encounter annoying popups when you try to close the browser. These popups can be intrusive and disrupt your workflow. In this article, we will guide you on how to block MS Edge popups on browser close.
Step 1: Open Microsoft Edge Settings
The first step is to open the Microsoft Edge browser and click on the three-dot menu icon located at the top right corner of the window. From the dropdown menu, select "Settings".
Step 2: Navigate to Site Permissions
In the settings menu, scroll down and click on "Site permissions" located in the left sidebar.
Step 3: Access Popups and Redirects Settings
Within the Site permissions section, click on "Pop-ups and redirects". This will open the Pop-ups and redirects settings page.
Step 4: Block Popups on Browser Close
On the Pop-ups and redirects settings page, you will find a toggle switch labeled "Block" under the "Block pop-ups" section. Click on the toggle switch to enable it. This will block popups from appearing when you close the Microsoft Edge browser.
Step 5: Save the Changes
After enabling the "Block" toggle switch, your settings will be automatically saved. You can now close the settings tab and continue browsing without the annoyance of popups appearing when you close the browser.
Following these steps will help you block popups on browser close in Microsoft Edge. However, it's important to note that some websites may still be able to display popups even with this setting enabled. In such cases, you can manually block popups from specific websites by clicking on the "Add" button under the "Block" section and entering the website URL.
If you ever want to allow popups on a specific website, you can revisit the Pop-ups and redirects settings page and disable the "Block" toggle switch. This will allow popups from that website to appear when you close the browser.
By blocking popups on browser close, you can enhance your browsing experience and avoid interruptions caused by unwanted advertisements or notifications.
References
| Reference | Link |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Edge Support | https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge |