Personalizing your browsing experience in Microsoft Edge can make your time online more efficient and enjoyable. Whether you want to start your browsing session with your favorite website or prefer a minimalist look, Edge allows you to customize your homepage to suit your preferences.

How to set a custom homepage in Microsoft Edge

Step 1: Click on the three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner of the Edge browser window to open the menu, and select Settings.

Step 2: In the left sidebar of the Settings page, click on On startup to access the startup settings.

Step 3: Choose the option Open a specific page or pages. Then, click on the Add a new page button to specify your desired homepage.

Step 4: Enter the URL of the website you wish to set as your homepage in the dialogue box and click Add.

To ensure the new settings take effect, close and reopen Microsoft Edge. Your chosen webpage should now appear every time you launch the browser.

How to set a custom website for the home button

Step 1: Click on the three-dot menu icon and select Settings from the dropdown menu.

Step 2: In the Settings sidebar, select Appearance to modify toolbar and theme options.

Step 3: Under the Customize toolbar section, locate the Show home button setting. Ensure it's toggled on, then select the option to enter a URL. Input the address of the website you want to open when you click the home button and click Save.

Now, clicking the home button in your toolbar will instantly take you to your specified webpage.

How to change the look of the homepage

Step 1: Open a new tab in Microsoft Edge and click on the Gear icon located in the top-right corner to access the page layout settings.

Step 2: Select one of the layout options to customize your homepage:

  • Focused: Provides a minimalistic page without background images or excessive content.
  • Inspirational: Adds a high-quality background image for a visually appealing look.
  • Informational: Displays a news feed to keep you updated with the latest stories.
  • Custom: Allows you to personalize individual elements such as quick links, background images, and content visibility.

Here are examples of each layout option:

Focused layout:

Inspirational layout:

Informational layout:

Custom layout settings:

By adjusting these settings, you can tailor Microsoft Edge to open with the content and style that best fits your browsing habits.