Edge Adds Windows Accelerated Launch Support

Technology · First reported 29 Oct, 17:39 · Updated 01:57

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Microsoft says Edge version 150 and later supports Windows accelerated app launches, which the company reports can improve launch speed by up to 33% in heavy multitasking. The feature is available on specified Windows 11 versions with the October 2026 update or later.

Microsoft says most Windows users will see a 15% launch-speed improvement, with gains of up to 33% under heavy multitasking.
Support begins with Edge version 150 on Windows 11 versions 25H2, 26H2 and 26H1, with the October 2026 non-security update (KB5127936) or later.
Microsoft says the feature works with Start, the taskbar and supported links that open in Edge by default; PDF support is a possible future addition.

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Key facts

Reported improvement for most users: 15% launch-speed improvement, according to Microsoft.
Maximum reported improvement: Up to 33% under heavy multitasking, according to Microsoft.
Edge version: Microsoft says the rollout began with Edge version 150 and later.
Windows requirements: Windows 11 versions 25H2, 26H2 or 26H1 with the October 2026 non-security update (KB5127936) or later.