How to Enable or Disable Favorites bar in Microsoft Edge

The Favorites bar in Microsoft Edge lets you quickly reach your favorite websites right from the top of your browser. This bar, also called the bookmarks bar, can be turned on or off with a simple setting.

You can choose to always show the Favorites bar, hide it completely, or only see it when you open a new tab. Microsoft Edge makes this easy to change.

You find this option within Edge’s settings. Look for the three dots menu, then go to “Appearance” to control your Favorites bar.

Step 1Find ⚙️ the Settings Menu

To change your Edge Favorites bar, start by opening Microsoft Edge and locating ⚙️ the settings menu. Look for the three dots in the top right corner, often called the ‘Settings and more’ button, and click it. From the menu that pops up, select ‘Settings’ to continue.

1. Open Microsoft Edge. You’ll see the browser window.
2. Look at the top right corner of the browser window. Find the button that looks like three little dots. This is the “Settings and more” button. Click it!
3. A menu will appear. In this menu, you’ll see an option called “Settings”. Click on that.

Step 2Go to Appearance Settings

Once Microsoft Edge is open, navigate to the Appearance section within its settings to adjust how your browser looks. On the left side of ⚙️ the settings window, a list of options is presented. Click on ‘Appearance’ to access these display settings.

1. Once you’re on the main Settings page, look at the left side of the window. You’ll see a list of categories. Find the one called “Appearance”. Click it.

Step 3Change Your Toolbar Settings

Within the Appearance settings section in Microsoft Edge, toolbar options can be adjusted. Scroll down to the ‘Other appearance settings’ area. Here, you will find the ‘Toolbar’ option to modify how your Edge favorites bar is displayed.

1. Scroll down in the Appearance settings until you see a section called “Other appearance settings”. It might be a bit further down, so keep scrolling.
2. Under “Other appearance settings,” find the option for “Toolbar”. Next to it, there’s a dropdown menu labeled “Favorites”. This is what we need!
3. Click on the “Favorites” dropdown menu. You’ll see three options:
   

   • Always: Choose this if you want your Favorites bar to show all the time, on any page. Click this to turn it on for good.
   • Never: This will hide your Favorites bar completely. If you like a cleaner look and don’t use your favorites much, pick this.
   • Only on new tabs: This is a good middle option. Your Favorites bar will only appear when you open a new tab. It keeps your main browsing windows tidy but still gives you quick access when you need it.

Step 4Check Your Favorites Bar

After adjusting the setting, the Microsoft Edge Favorites bar will appear below the browser’s address bar. Close ⚙️ the settings window to check if the Favorites bar is visible. Depending on your selection, you will now see the Favorites bar, or it will remain hidden.

1. Close ⚙️ the Settings tab or window. You should be back to your normal Edge browsing window.
2. Look at the top of your browser window, just below the address bar. If you chose “Always” or “Only on new tabs,” you should now see your Favorites bar! If you chose “Never,” it will stay hidden.

Reference:

https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/see-your-favorites-bar-in-microsoft-edge-566736f8-a11d-52e2-4f6f-7a713e1750d2

Summary

The Microsoft Edge favorites bar offers quick access to favorite websites or can be hidden for a cleaner look. This setting, available in Edge version 105 and later, allows you to determine if the favorites bar should always show, appear only on new tabs, or remain completely hidden, thereby enhancing browsing efficiency.

Following these steps, the Microsoft Edge Favorites bar will either appear, disappear, or show only on new tabs, according to your preference. This personalization contributes to a more efficient browsing experience and is a feature present in Edge version 105 and later.