How to Remove 'Microsoft Edge' Entry from Start Menu in Windows 10

How to Remove Microsoft Edge Browser Entry from Start Menu in Windows 10

Microsoft Edge is the default web browser that comes pre-installed with Windows 10. However, some users may prefer to use a different browser and want to remove the Microsoft Edge entry from the Start Menu. This article will provide a detailed guide on how to do just that.

Disabling Microsoft Edge from the Start Menu

To remove the Microsoft Edge entry from the Start Menu, you can follow these steps:

1. Right-click on the Start button and select Task Manager.
2. Click on the Details tab.
3. Find the MicrosoftEdge.exe process and right-click on it.
4. Select Open file location.
5. Right-click on the MicrosoftEdge.exe file and select Properties.
6. In the Properties window, click on the Shortcut tab.
7. Uncheck the box next to Run this program in compatibility mode for:.
8. Click on Apply and then OK.

After following these steps, the Microsoft Edge entry should no longer appear in the Start Menu. However, it's important to note that this will only remove the entry from the Start Menu and not uninstall Microsoft Edge completely from your system.

Alternative Method: Using the Registry Editor

If the above method doesn't work for you, you can try using the Registry Editor to remove the Microsoft Edge entry from the Start Menu. Here's how:

1. Press Win + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type regedit and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.
3. Navigate to the following key:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\App Paths\MicrosoftEdge.exe

4. In the right pane, find the (Default) value and double-click on it.
5. In the Edit String window, delete the value data and click on OK.
6. Close the Registry Editor and restart your computer.

After following these steps, the Microsoft Edge entry should no longer appear in the Start Menu.

Removing the Microsoft Edge entry from the Start Menu in Windows 10 is a straightforward process that can be done using either the Task Manager or the Registry Editor. However, it's important to note that this will only remove the entry from the Start Menu and not uninstall Microsoft Edge completely from your system. If you want to uninstall Microsoft Edge, you can follow the instructions provided by Microsoft.

References

• Microsoft, Uninstall Microsoft Edge (Windows 10)
• How-To Geek, How to Remove Microsoft Edge from the Windows 10 Start Menu
• Windows Central, How to remove Microsoft Edge icon from Windows 10