How to Enable or Disable Service-based Extraction for Reading Mode in Microsoft Edge
Service-based extraction for Reading Mode in Microsoft Edge lets you choose if the browser sends page text to Microsoft’s online service to improve how Reading Mode works.
Reading Mode makes web pages cleaner by removing ads and buttons, so you can focus on the main content. Reading Mode also gathers useful tools like 'Read aloud' and 'Summarize' in one spot.
This specific setting, available in Microsoft Edge version 151 and newer, controls whether Edge uses an online Microsoft tool to make Reading Mode even better.
Service-based extraction for Reading Mode sends page text to an online service for processing, which can boost Reading Mode's performance. Turning service-based extraction off means your page text stays local, and Reading Mode works without the online service, though Reading Mode performance might not be as smooth.
To enable service-based extraction for Reading Mode, navigate to 🗝️HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Edge\ReadingMode in the Registry Editor, create a new DWORD value named EdgeReadingModeServiceBasedExtractionEnabled, and set its data to 1. To disable it, set the same value’s data to 0.
How to Change Reading Mode Extraction Settings
Enable Service-based Extraction for Reading Mode
- Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run box.
- Type
regeditand press Enter or click OK. - Click Yes if a User Account Control prompt appears.
- Navigate to the following location in the Registry Editor:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Edge\ReadingMode
(If any of these folders don't exist, you may need to create them by right-clicking on the parent folder, selecting New, then Key, and naming it appropriately.)
- Right-click on the ReadingMode folder in the left pane.
- Select New, then DWORD (32-bit) Value.
- Name the new value
EdgeReadingModeServiceBasedExtractionEnabledand press Enter. - Double-click the new value
EdgeReadingModeServiceBasedExtractionEnabled. - In the Value data field, type
1and click OK. - Close the Registry Editor.
Disable Service-based Extraction for Reading Mode
You can turn off service-based extraction for Reading Mode in Microsoft Edge by making changes in the Windows Registry. This guide explains how to perform these registry changes safely. You need administrator rights on your computer to make these registry modifications.
- Press the Windows key + R on your keyboard to open the Run box.
- Type
regeditand press Enter or click OK. - Click Yes if a User Account Control prompt appears.
- Navigate to the following location in the Registry Editor:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Edge\ReadingMode
(If any of these folders don't exist, you may need to create them by right-clicking on the parent folder, selecting New, then Key, and naming it appropriately.)
- Right-click on the ReadingMode folder in the left pane.
- Select New, then DWORD (32-bit) Value.
- Name the new value
EdgeReadingModeServiceBasedExtractionEnabledand press Enter. - Double-click the new value
EdgeReadingModeServiceBasedExtractionEnabled. - In the Value data field, type
0and click OK. - Close the Registry Editor.
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Summary
Microsoft Edge's Reading Mode can use an online service for improved results. You can turn this service on for better extraction or turn it off to keep your data local. To make these changes, you need administrator rights to edit the Windows Registry.
Does Microsoft Edge have a reading mode?
Yes, Microsoft Edge has a Reading Mode, also called Immersive Reader. It cleans up web pages by removing ads and extra buttons. This lets you focus only on the main text, making it easier to read articles online.
Why is no one using Edge?
While Edge usage has grown, some users prefer other browsers. Reasons can include familiarity with different browsers, specific features they need, or personal preference. Edge is built on similar technology to Chrome, so it works well for most people.
What does Ctrl+Shift+R do in Edge?
Pressing Ctrl+Shift+R in Microsoft Edge opens Reading Mode, also known as Immersive Reader. This feature removes distractions like ads and navigation from a webpage. It then shows you just the main content, making it easier to read.
How do I turn on read mode in edge?
To turn on Reading Mode in Edge, visit a webpage you want to read. Look for the 'Enter Immersive Reader' icon in the address bar and click it. You can also use the F9 key on your keyboard to activate Reading Mode.
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