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How to Add & Customize Quick Links in Edge [Windows 11 Guide]

Here’s what you can do with Quick links in Edge

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Updated onJuly 16, 2024

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Quick links are shortcuts that allow you to access your favorite websites without having to go through the full process of opening a new tab and typing the URL.

In this piece, we’ll show you all you need to know about adding quick links, removing them, and personalizing them for your exact needs.

How to add, open, and customize quick links in Microsoft Edge

You can also edit the Quick links in Edge by renaming them to make them easier to remember.

Once you’ve added your favorite site to your favorites bar in Edge, you can also pin it directly from there. The Pin feature is particularly helpful for those users who have many sites that may take up all the space on the Start page.

The Pin to page option allows your favorite site to maintain its position on the Start page in case you exceed the maximum number of Quick links displayed on the Start menu.

Why should I customize quick links in Edge browser?

If you’re using Microsoft’s Edge browser, you may have noticed that there are many ways to customize it. For instance, you cancreate a collection of pagesthat contain your interests and put them in one category for easier access.

Quick links are a great way to provide a shortcut to your most-visited pages but what’s the importance of customizing your quick links? Below are some benefits:

You can change the look and feel of the browser by adjusting its theme. You can also create your own shortcuts for web pages or even entire sites that you visit frequently.

While the Quick links feature is no doubt helpful to users, some may argue that it makes the homepage superfluous and difficult to focus on tasks. As such, others prefer to turn off the feature. To do so, follow the steps below:

For users who are wondering how to rearrange Quick links in Edge, unfortunately, this feature is not yet available. Aside from the Quick links, you may also benefit from theMicrosoft Edge extensions listwe curated for you.

We also have a richlist of eye-catching themes for Edgethat will redefine how the browser appears alongside other additional features.

If you’re not a fan of Edge and would like to explore other browsers, we have an excitingin-depth comparison of Opera GX vs Edge. The feature list should give you an idea of what each browser offers.

That brings us to the end of this article, but you can keep the conversation going in the comment section below by sharing any additional thoughts you may have on this topic.

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Claire Moraa

Windows Software Expert

Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.

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Claire Moraa

Windows Software Expert

With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.