How to Enable Video Super Resolution in Microsoft Edge
You can enable Video Super Resolution (VSR) in Microsoft Edge to significantly enhance the visual quality of lower-resolution videos playing in the browser.
Video Super Resolution is an AI-powered feature within Microsoft Edge that upscales video content in real-time, making it appear sharper and more detailed, especially noticeable on higher-resolution displays.
To activate this impressive visual boost, you typically need a compatible graphics card, such as NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 series or newer, and the latest version of Microsoft Edge.
This guide shows you exactly how to find and toggle the VSR setting within your Edge browser’s flags, transforming your streaming experience.
To enable Video Super Resolution in Microsoft Edge, go to Settings, then System and performance, and toggle “Enhance videos in Microsoft Edge” to On. Your changes take effect immediately.
Why use Video Super Resolution?
Video Super Resolution (VSR) uses smart computer technology to make your videos look sharper. It cleans up fuzzy images, making low-quality videos look much better. Your computer’s graphics card then improves the picture in real-time.
What happens when you turn it on?
When you enable it, your browser automatically detects low-quality videos and upscales them. You’ll notice less blur and fewer blocky artifacts on your screen while watching content.
Hardware Requirements
VSR needs a powerful graphics card to work. Your computer must have one of these GPUs:
- Nvidia RTX 20, 30, 40, or 50 series.
- AMD RX 5700 through RX 8000 series.
You can find the most current list of compatible hardware on Microsoft.com.
Additionally, your video must meet these criteria:
- Playing at a resolution lower than 720p.
- Larger than 192 pixels in both height and width.
- Not protected by Digital Rights Management (DRM).
Enable or disable Video super resolution (VSR) in Edge
Follow these steps to manage the feature:
- Open the Microsoft Edge browser.
- Click the Settings and more button (three horizontal dots) in the top right corner.
- Select Settings.
- Click on System and performance in the left menu.
- Look for Enhance videos in Microsoft Edge.
- Toggle the switch to On to enable it or Off to disable it .
Note on Power: By default, VSR is often disabled when you’re on battery power to save energy. You can change this in the System and performance menu if you want to use it while unplugged.
How to verify it is working: While a video is playing, click the “Media” icon in the Edge address bar (the URL bar). If VSR is active, you’ll see an “Enhance video” status indicator showing that the feature is currently processing your playback.
Your changes happen right away. You may need to refresh your video page for the effect to start.
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