Open in Microsoft Edge

Name: Open in Microsoft Edge
Rating: 4.4231 (26 reviews)
Author: Alphalpha

Opens current tab in Microsoft Edge (by simply adding 'microsoft-edge:' to the URL, no additional native software needed).

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Open in Microsoft Edge is a lightweight Chrome extension designed to quickly open your current tab in the Microsoft Edge browser. By simply adding the prefix 'microsoft-edge:' to the existing URL, this extension streamlines the process without requiring any additional native software. You can activate it easily via the extension icon or by using the keyboard shortcut Alt+Shift+E.

This tool is particularly useful for Firefox users running Microsoft Windows who need seamless switching to Edge for compatibility or other reasons. Note that this extension operates independently and is not affiliated with Microsoft or the official Edge team.

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Daily users:

Rating:

Version:

1.1 Last updated: 2020-07-19

Version code:

5066677

Creation date:

2020-07-18

Risk:

Permissions:

tabs

Size:

12.10KB

Full description:

Source:

Firefox Browser Add-ons

Data ingested on:

2025-07-14

Ranking

# 3,199 ▼ 17

Other rankings

#300 in Tabs ▼ 3

#3 in microsoft keyword 89

#13 in minecrosoft keyword 10

#39 in software keyword 48

#39 in trademark keyword 19

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User reviews

Pros

Works as described without requiring external software
Does not require unnecessary permissions
Light and small extension
Consistently functional over time
Ability to open links without prompts

Cons

Lacks a right-click context menu option
Shortcut key does not work for some users
Not opening links directly in Edge for some users
Requires an installer for certain functionalities

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Extension safety

Risk impact

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Open in Microsoft Edge requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.

Risk likelihood

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Open in Microsoft Edge has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

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