Step 1: Open Microsoft Edge
The first step is to open Microsoft Edge on your computer. You can do this by clicking on the Edge icon on your taskbar or by searching for Edge in the Start menu.
Step 2: Click on the Three Dots
Once Edge is open, click on the three dots in the upper right-hand corner of the window. This will open the Edge menu.
Step 3: Select New InPrivate Window
From the Edge menu, select “New InPrivate window.” This will open a new window that is in InPrivate mode.
Step 4: Start Browsing
You can now start browsing the internet in InPrivate mode. Any websites you visit, passwords you enter, and other data will not be saved by Microsoft Edge. You can close the InPrivate window when you are done browsing, and your browsing data will be deleted.
Step 5: Use Keyboard Shortcut
Alternatively, you can use a keyboard shortcut to open a new InPrivate window. Simply press Ctrl + Shift + N, and a new InPrivate window will open.
Step 6: Pin InPrivate to Taskbar
If you use InPrivate browsing frequently, you can pin it to your taskbar for easy access. To do this, right-click on the InPrivate window icon in the taskbar and select “Pin to taskbar.”
Step 7: Clear Browsing Data
Even though InPrivate browsing doesn’t save your browsing data, it’s a good idea to clear your browsing data regularly. To do this, click on the three dots in the upper right-hand corner of the window and select “Settings.” From there, scroll down to “Privacy and services” and select “Choose what to clear.”
- FAQ 1: Can I use InPrivate browsing on my mobile device?
- FAQ 2: Will InPrivate browsing hide my IP address?
- FAQ 3: Can websites still track me in InPrivate mode?
Yes, you can use InPrivate browsing on Microsoft Edge for Android and iOS devices.
No, InPrivate browsing does not hide your IP address. It only prevents your browsing data from being saved on your computer.
Yes, websites can still track your activity in InPrivate mode. InPrivate mode only prevents your browsing data from being saved on your computer.
Overall, InPrivate browsing is a great feature in Microsoft Edge that can help you keep your browsing data private. By following the steps in this tutorial, you can easily open an InPrivate window and start browsing the internet without leaving any trace on your computer.