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Enable or Disable Mica Effect in Microsoft Edge

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Jan 19, 2024 Updated Mar 19, 2026 2 min read

You enable or disable the Mica effect in settings-on-windows-11/" class="sal-link" rel="noopener" target="_blank" data-sal-id="41532">Microsoft Edge to control its transparent, frosted glass-like visual style.

The Mica effect creates a subtle transparency, blending your desktop wallpaper into parts of the browser’s interface like the address bar and tabs, offering a modern aesthetic.

This visual feature is included by default in Microsoft Edge version 122.0.2349.0 and later.

Your PC’s hardware and Windows settings determine if you can use this effect.

Enable or disable the Mica effect in Microsoft Edge

As mentioned above, users can enable or disable the new Mica effect in the Microsoft Edge browser.

Here’s how to do it.

First, open the Microsoft Edge browser.

Then click on Setting and more (Alt+F) three dots (…) in the upper right-hand corner to access the Settings menu.

Microsoft Edge browser has more options and settings

On the Settings page on the left panel, click the Appearance button.

microsoft edge settings appearance — Microsoft Edge settings appearance

On the right, under the Customize appearance, select the “Show Windows 11 visual effects in browser” tile. Then, toggle the button to the On position to enable the Mica effect.

To disable it, toggle the switch button to the Off position.

Show Windows 11 visual effects in Microsoft Edge

Restart your browser to apply the changes.

That should do it!

Conclusion:

Enabled or disabled the Mica effect in Microsoft Edge based on personal preference
Implemented the changes using the Settings menu in the browser
Successfully restarted the browser for the changes to take effect

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Mica effect in Microsoft Edge?

The Mica effect is a visual feature in Microsoft Edge that adds a frosted glass-like transparency to the browser's interface elements, such as the address bar and tabs. It aims to provide a modern and sleek appearance.

How can I enable the Mica effect in Microsoft Edge?

To enable the Mica effect, open Microsoft Edge, go to the Settings menu by clicking the three dots in the upper right corner, select 'Appearance', and toggle the 'Show Windows 11 visual effects in browser' option to 'On'.

Can I disable the Mica effect in Microsoft Edge?

Yes, you can disable the Mica effect by accessing the Settings menu in Microsoft Edge, navigating to 'Appearance', and toggling the 'Show Windows 11 visual effects in browser' option to 'Off'.

Do I need to restart Microsoft Edge after changing the Mica effect settings?

Yes, you should restart Microsoft Edge after enabling or disabling the Mica effect for the changes to take effect properly.

Is the Mica effect available on all devices running Windows 11?

The availability of the Mica effect in Microsoft Edge depends on your device and specific Windows settings. Ensure your system meets the requirements for Windows 11 visual effects.

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