Too Many Tabs! Quick tips & Hacks for Micrsoft Edge

Microsoft

May 27, 2025

Planning for events can be tedious, so you fire up the computer and begin searching for caterers, party supplies, etc. By now you have already searched dozens of websites clustered on multiple tabs within your browser. Therefore, you have a difficult time finding which tab that lovely dress for the gala event. Perhaps you are a student preparing for upcoming final exams. You need to search the web for verifiable technical papers, books, videos, etc. You may need to even collaborate with your teammates for a project. How do you share the same resources and links. No matter the task, you need the right tools and resources. More importantly, you probably need help with managing tabs in your browser. In this blog we will discuss how Microsoft Edge Browser can help you with improving your productivity, collaboration, accessibility, and more.

Did You Know: Having multiple open tabs can affect computer performance because it increases the processing load on the RAM. This can massively impact your computer, making it slower.

Microsoft Edge Features & Capabilities

💻 A million Tabs

Yes, we all have done it. Keeping a million tabs open in the browser, getting lost, hoping you didn’t accidentally close a tab. Okay, that is a bit of an exaggeration. However, there is a better way to keep track of tabs. Did you know Microsoft Edge has some tools that can help you stay organized? Learn more about how some tools can help you stay on your toes.

Vertical Tabs: Keeps tabs organized vertically, making it easier to manage numerous open pages.
Group Tabs: An excellent way to group relevant tabs to categorize or manage for
Collections: Directly share your collections with peers via links.
Edge Sidebar: Quick access to productivity tools (Microsoft 365 apps, Outlook, etc.) directly within the browser.

🚀 Productivity

Boost your productivity with features that help enhance how you collaborate, research, and play. Look at how these tools can help you get things done faster.

Web Capture: Quickly capture full pages or specific areas for notes or references
Immersive Reader: Eliminates distractions, focuses on the core content, and supports notetaking and reading efficiency.
Edge Workspaces: Share browser tabs and collaborate in real-time, especially useful for project groups.

📚 Homework

Do you need to crack open the books and a few tabs too. Microsoft Edge has you covered with all features and capabilities to help you study for your next exam. Need citations for your assignments, copilot can generate citations in many formats.

Math Solver: Solve math problems by adding to Edge side bar. Watch videos, play games, practices, and solve your toughest math challenges.
Copilot Citation Generator: Copilot is the perfect tool for automatic generation of properly formatted citations (APA, MLA, Chicago).
Read Aloud: Helps with proofreading and comprehension by having text read back aloud.
Immersive Reader for Studying: Grammar tools, text spacing, line focus, and reading comprehension improvements.
Use Copilot as a Dictionary: Use Copilot to define words, enhancing vocabulary and understanding.

♿ Accessibility Features

Whether you're diving into research or simply browsing for fun, Read Aloud transforms text into speech, making reading easier and more engaging. Coupled with High Contrast Mode, which enhances readability and reduces eye strain, your browsing experience becomes seamless and enjoyable. These tools are perfect for anyone looking to maximize their digital experience.

Read Aloud & Text-to-Speech: Enhances accessibility for users with reading difficulties or visual impairments.
High Contrast Mode: Improved readability and reduced eye strain.
Immersive Reader’s Accessibility Tools: Includes adjustable fonts, spacing, color themes, and dyslexia-friendly fonts.
Keyboard Navigation Enhancements: Fully keyboard-accessible browser navigation for users relying on assistive technologies.
Automatic Image Descriptions: Provides auto-generated image descriptions using AI for visually impaired users.

Enabling Vertical Tabs

Now that you know more about how you can save time let’s help you with managing those pesky tabs. Enabling vertical tabs can help with improving your browser experience. Once enabled you can pin and expand pages as well as organize tabs. Before we turn on vertical tabs let’s explore all the capabilities at your disposal.

Search Open & Closed Tabs: Take advantage of searching your tab history for both open and closed tabs.
Open Tabs on Other Devices: Got tabs on other devices. If you are signed in from multiple devices you can select
Open Recently Closed Tabs: Accidently close a tab, you can open recently closed tabs
Organize Tabs: Need help with organizing your tabs within your browser? Use the new "Organize tabs" features to categorize and match relevant tabs.

Turn On Vertical Tabs

In the Microsoft Edge Browser, navigate to the right-hand corner.
Locate the Tab Icon, then select “Turn on vertical tabs.”

Now that Vertical tabs are on you will see a bar appear on the left side of the menu. The bar can expand and contract by hovering over it. You can also pin the pane if you want it to stay open. Vertical tabs is a great way to get a fresh look but also can be less distracting. Now let’s start organizing those unruly tabs by grouping them.

Creating your First Tab Group

Alright, it is time to get organized. That’s right, those tabs aren’t going to mend themselves. So, let’s roll up our sleeves and get to organizing. All jokes aside, the only thing that will get a workout is your fingers.

Creating Your Own Group Tabs

Right click on any tab and select “Add to new group.”
In the top bar type the name for the group of tabs.
You can select a color to distinguish groups from each other.

Note how you can also add the group to a new window. You also can add the group to a new collection. This is perfect if you need certain pages to finish a project. Which means you don’t need to keep your tabs open. You can save them for later and spare your computer processing and lower consumption.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Microsoft Edge is a powerful ally in organizing tabs and enhancing productivity for various tasks, whether it's homework, research, or staying focused. The suite of features, including Read Aloud, Text-to-Speech, High Contrast Mode, Immersive Reader’s Accessibility Tools, and Keyboard Navigation Enhancements, streamline your workflow and improve your digital journey. Edge's tab management capabilities, such as vertical tabs, tab search, and multi-device tab opening, simplify navigation and maintain focus, making it easier to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

What’s Next?

Get ready for our upcoming blog that will supercharge your productivity and collaboration! We'll dive into powerful techniques for time management, goal setting, and staying laser focused. Plus, we'll share expert tips on conquering productivity barriers and leveraging tech to streamline your workflow.