Microsoft Edge is the default browser in Windows and comes pre-installed on the operating system without any easy way of getting rid of it. The browser uses “tab preloading,” which preloads the Start and New Tab page while you sign in to your PC.
For Edge lovers, it is a boon, but if you don’t use the default browser and prefer something else, it is a waste of resources. Fortunately, you’re able to easily disable Edge’s tab preloading in Windows 11.
1. How to Disable Edge Tab Preloading Using the Group Policy Editor
Windows Pro, Education, and Enterprise users get the perks of the Group Policy Editor by default. you’re able to use it to configure system policies on your PC and personalize it. If you’re on Windows Home, check outhow to access the Group Policy Editor on Windows Homebefore continuing.
Repeat the following steps to disable Edge tab preloading using the Group Policy Editor:
2. How to Disable Edge Tab Preloading Using the Registry Editor
If you use the Home version of Windows 11, it may be easier to take a different approach instead of going through the Group Policy Editor method. If you want, you can tweak the registry manually to disable the Edge tab preloading feature in Windows 11. Repeat the following steps to do so:
Before making changes to the Windows Registry,create a registry backupfor safety purposes.
Now, you need to create a new subkey and add a new DWORD value:
3. How to Disable Edge Tab Preloading Using CMD or PowerShell
If you find the Registry Editor method too cumbersome, you can use the Command Prompt or PowerShell to modify the Registry and disable Edge tab preloading. Here’s how to do it:
4. How to Disable Edge Tab Preloading Using the Ultimate Windows Tweaker App
You can also use a third-party app like the Ultimate Windows Tweaker to disable Edge tab preloading in Windows 11. Download theUltimate Windows Tweakerapp and install it on your PC. After that, repeat the following steps:
Disable Edge Tab Preloading for Good on Windows 11
Edge tab preloading serves no useful purpose if you use other browsers. You can disable it using the Group Policy Editor or the Registry Editor. Lastly, if you want a GUI app to disable the feature, you can use the Ultimate Windows Tweaker app.
