Introduction
Turning off JavaScript in Microsoft Edge can be useful in certain situations, such as troubleshooting website issues or improving browsing performance. In this article, we will explore how to disable JavaScript in Edge, step by step.
Disabling JavaScript in Edge
To turn off JavaScript in Microsoft Edge, follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Launch Microsoft Edge by clicking on its icon in the taskbar or by searching for it in the Start menu.
Step 2: Once Edge is open, click on the three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner of the browser window. This will open a drop-down menu.
Step 3: From the drop-down menu, select “Settings.” This will open the Settings page in a new tab.
Step 4: In the Settings page, scroll down and click on “Site permissions” in the left-hand menu.
Step 5: Under the Site permissions section, click on “JavaScript” to access the JavaScript settings.
Step 6: On the JavaScript settings page, you will find a toggle switch labeled “Ask before accessing (recommended).” By default, this toggle switch is turned on, allowing JavaScript to run on websites.
Step 7: To disable JavaScript, simply toggle off the switch. This will turn off JavaScript for all websites.
Enabling JavaScript in Edge
If you need to re-enable JavaScript in Microsoft Edge, follow these steps:
Step 1: Open Microsoft Edge and access the Settings page by clicking on the three-dot menu icon in the top-right corner and selecting “Settings.”
Step 2: In the Settings page, click on “Site permissions” in the left-hand menu.
Step 3: Under the Site permissions section, click on “JavaScript” to access the JavaScript settings.
Step 4: On the JavaScript settings page, you will find the toggle switch labeled “Ask before accessing (recommended).” Toggle the switch back on to enable JavaScript.
Conclusion
Disabling JavaScript in Microsoft Edge can be a useful tool for troubleshooting or improving browsing performance. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily turn off or enable JavaScript in Edge, depending on your needs.
References
– support.microsoft.com
– www.howtogeek.com
– www.lifewire.com
