How to Enable Tab Preview on Hover in Microsoft Edge
This guide explains how to control the “Show tab preview on hover” feature in Microsoft Edge.
Microsoft Edge Microsoft Edge browser is the web browser built into Windows 11. You can also switch to their preferred or favorite browser if you would rather use a different browser. Edge uses the same foundation as Google Chrome, so it feels fast and familiar.
Why use tab previews?
When you have many tabs open, it is easy to lose track of what is on each page. Tab previews let you see a small snapshot of a website just by resting your mouse cursor over the tab. This saves you from clicking on every single tab to find the right one.
What happens when done?
Once you change this setting, Edge will immediately show or hide a small window when you hover your mouse over an open tab. This makes managing multiple websites much faster.
How to change the tab preview setting
You do not need special permissions for these steps. You can change this setting using your standard user account.
- Open the Microsoft Edge browser.
- Click the Settings and more button (the three horizontal dots) in the top right corner.
- Select Settings from the menu.
Click on Appearance in the menu on the left side of the screen.
Look for the Customize toolbar section.
Find the “Show tab preview on hover” option.
Toggle the switch to On to enable it, or Off to disable it.
Your changes take effect right away. You may need to restart your browser to see the full effect.
Here are examples of how the tab preview looks:
Summary
Customizing your browser helps you work more efficiently. By toggling the “Show tab preview on hover” setting, you can decide if you want to see a sneak peek of your tabs or keep your screen cleaner. This simple change helps you navigate your open windows with ease.
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