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How to Customize Split Screen Shortcuts in Microsoft Edge

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Microsoft Edge, the default browser in Windows 11, is introducing a Split Screen feature, currently added to the development version. This feature, which allows viewing separate pages in a single split screen window, includes a customizable keyboard shortcut. To alter this, go to Accessibility settings, choose “Shortcut for split window” and input your preferred keys,…

This article explains how to change or customize the Split Screen keyboard shortcut in the Microsoft Edge browser.

The Microsoft Edge browser is the default browser in Windows 11. However, users can switch to their preferred or favorite browser anytime. Edge is based on Chromium, similar to Google Chrome and other Chromium-based browsers today.

The Edge browser team is working on a new split screen feature that isn’t yet available to all users. However, it has been added to the development version, which will be released soon.

The Split Screen feature allows you to view separate pages (links or tabs) in a single split-screen window per tab within one Edge window. It also has a keyboard shortcut that you can use to split the screen window quickly.

The default keyboard shortcut to split the screen in Edge is CTRL + SHIFT + 2. However, you can customize or change the keys anytime.

Customize Edge split screen keyboard shortcuts

As described above, the Microsoft team is working on a split screen feature that will be released to all users soon.

This feature lets you view separate pages (links or tabs) in a single split screen window per tab within one Edge window.

Here’s how to change or customize the keyboard shortcuts to turn on or off Edge split screen.

First, open the Microsoft Edge browser.

Then click on Setting and more (Alt+F) 3 horizontal dots button on the top right corner and select Settings.

micrsoft edge browser more option and settings

Next, click on Accessibility on the left panel.

Microsoft Edge Accessibility button

On the Accessibility settings page, under Shortcut, select the tile “Shortcut for split window,” then type in the new keyboard shortcut keys or keep current.

Microsoft Edge shortcut for split window
Microsoft Edge shows a mini menu when selecting the text button

Whatever shortcut you choose must include at least the CTRL or ALT key in the shortcut. Your changes should apply immediately.

Exit and restart the Microsoft Edge browser.

That should do it!

Conclusion:

  • The article provided a comprehensive guide on customizing keyboard shortcuts for the Split Screen feature in Microsoft Edge.
  • Users can easily follow the step-by-step instructions to modify the default keyboard shortcut according to their preferences.
  • The inclusion of detailed screenshots enhances the clarity and usability of the guide.
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Richard, the owner and lead writer at Geek Rewind, is a tech enthusiast passionate about simplifying complex IT topics. His years of hands-on experience in system administration and enterprise IT operations have honed his ability to provide practical insights and solutions. Richard aims to make technology more accessible and actionable. He’s deeply committed to the Geek Rewind community, always ready to answer questions and engage in discussions. He enjoys watching football, cheering for the Minnesota Vikings, and spending time with his family when he’s not writing or managing Geek Rewind.

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One response to “How to Customize Split Screen Shortcuts in Microsoft Edge”

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    thomas

    do not have this option

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