Apr 03, 2025
Switching from Chrome to Edge? Follow these steps to import your profile and minimize disruption.
Step-by-Step Guide:
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Open Microsoft Edge:
- Launch the Microsoft Edge browser on your computer.
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Access Edge Settings:
- Click the three horizontal dots (ellipsis) in the top-right corner of the Edge window.
- Select "Settings" from the drop-down menu.
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Find the "Import browser data" option:
- In the settings menu, you should see "Import browser data" on the left hand menu, or in the main window. Click on it.
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Choose Google Chrome as the source:
- In the "Import browser data" section, you'll see a drop-down menu labeled "Import from."
- Select "Google Chrome" from the drop-down menu.
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Select the profile and data to import:
- Edge will detect your Chrome profiles.
- Choose the Chrome profile you want to import.
- Select the data you want to import. Typically, you'll want to include:
- Favorites or Bookmarks
- Saved passwords
- Browsing history
- Autofill data
- And any other data that is important to you.
- Click the "Import" button.
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Wait for the import process to complete:
- Edge will begin importing your selected data. The time it takes will depend on the amount of data you're importing.
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Verify the imported data:
- Once the import is complete, take a moment to verify that your bookmarks, passwords, history, and other data have been imported correctly.
- Check your favorites bar, password manager, and browsing history to ensure everything is there.
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Set Edge as your default browser (Optional):
- If you want to make Edge your default browser, you can do so in the Edge settings under "Default browser"
Tips for a Smooth Transition:
- Extensions: Chrome extensions will not transfer automatically. You will need to re-install any extensions that you want in Edge from the edge addon store.
- Password manager verification: After import, double check that your passwords imported correctly, and that you can log into a few sites.
- Take time to explore: Edge has some unique features, so take some time to explore its settings and customize it to your liking.