Disabling Custom Scrollbars in Microsoft Edge: A Step-by-Step Guide

This guide explains how to disable custom scrollbars in Microsoft Edge. A recent enhancement in the Edge browser allows users to exclusively access the default scrollbars across all web pages. Consequently, even if a site features custom scrollbars, the standard Edge scrollbars will still appear, overriding any customization that web developers have implemented. This functionality also applies to any scrollbar customization extensions you might have installed in Edge. You can observe the difference between the standard and custom scrollbars in the Edge browser shown in the image below.

Although many websites utilize the browser’s default scrollbars, some web developers prefer custom options (such as minimalist or colored scrollbars) to create a distinctive look for their sites. If you frequently visit such websites and find their custom scrollbars undesirable, this feature can be extremely beneficial.

Steps to Disable Custom Scrollbars in Microsoft Edge

The option to disable custom scrollbars in Microsoft Edge is available starting with version 130. To utilize this feature, ensure your Edge browser is updated and follow these steps:

1. Launch the Edge browser
2. Click on the three horizontal dots in the upper right corner for Settings and more
3. Select the Settings menu
4. On the Settings page, choose Accessibility from the left sidebar
5. Toggle the Turn off custom scrollbars feature on.

These changes will take effect immediately.

Alternatively, you can navigate to the Appearance section in the Settings page of Microsoft Edge, then locate the Browser behavior and features segment, and switch the Turn off custom scrollbars option.

If you decide to revert to using custom scrollbars in Microsoft Edge, simply follow the instructions above and turn off the option to disable custom scrollbars.

That’s all there is to it!

How Can I Disable Scrollbars in Edge?

To turn off the scrollbars in Microsoft Edge, open the browser, go to Settings > Appearance > Browser behavior and features. Here, disable the Always show scrollbars option. After doing so, the scrollbars will only appear when needed, requiring you to utilize the Up/Down arrow keys to showcase them. If you prefer the scrollbars to always remain visible, you can re-enable the Always show scrollbars setting.

How to Turn Off the Sidebar in Microsoft Edge?

If you wish to disable the Microsoft Edge Sidebar, access the Settings page. Head to the Copilot and sidebar section, and you’ll find Sidebar visibility options on the right. Select the Off button; alternatively, you can opt for Auto hidden, which allows access via the Copilot icon located in the upper right corner.

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