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How to Use Internet Explorer Mode in Edge on Windows 11
How to Use Internet Explorer Mode in Edge on Windows 11-February 2024
Feb 21, 2026 1:56 PM

Microsoft Edge is the newer version of Internet Explorer. It is more secure and faster than its predecessor. However, sometimes some sites may not open properly with Edge, so you can change its compatibility and open the link. This tutorial will address this and show you how to use Internet Explorer mode in Edge on Windows 11.

Use Internet Explorer Mode in Edge

Edge is more secure than Explorer, so only activate the explorer mode when you have to access older websites. Disable this mode as soon as you are done. Follow the steps below to enable this compatibility mode:

Step-1: Open Microsoft Edge.

Step-2: Click on the three horizontal dots at the top right corner of the browser window.

Use Internet Explorer Mode in Edge

Step-3: Select Settings.

Use Internet Explorer Mode in Edge

Step-4: On the left side of the screen, you will see the settings sidebar. Locate the Default browser and select the option.

Default Browser

Step-5: Select Allow from the drop-down menu next to Allow sites to be reloaded in Internet Explorer mode.

Step-6: Select Restart.

Use Internet Explorer Mode in Edge

Step-7: After the browser opens again, type the site you wish to visit.

Step-8: Right-click the tab and select Reload tab in Internet Explorer mode.

Use Internet Explorer Mode in Edge

Step-9: You will see another window. Select Done.

Use Internet Explorer Mode in Edge

You should disable this mode after you are done. Follow Steps 1 – 6. In step-5, select Default instead of Allow.

I hope this helps. Let us know if you have any more questions related to this.

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