Microsoft Edge Canary makes URLs sharing simpler with new Link format feature

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Published onAugust 20, 2020

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Microsoft hasstarted testing a new Link format featurethat makes it easier to share URLs copied from the address bar in Microsoft Edge (viaDeskmodder). The feature is rolling out to select Insiders running Microsoft Edge Canary Build 86.0.613.0, and it brings the ability to copy and paste a URL as a hyperlinked title instead of as a web address.

The new Link format feature will likely be appreciated by users who often need to share URLs with others. It eliminates the need to edit them for removing extra parameters to make them understandable for sharing. The improved experience is apparently not available for everyone just yet, though. However, if it’s available, you need to follow the steps mentioned below to use this feature:

It is worth noting that the new Link format will be the default pasting option in Microsoft Edge. However, users will be able to revert this change by heading to edge://settings/shareCopyPaste and selecting “Plain text” as the default option for URLs.

The functionality is currently in early developmental stages, and it only supports URLs copied from the address bar only. Microsoft has promised to bring support for in-page links soon. Moreover, Microsoft has noted some known issues as well, and the full list is available on theofficial blog post.

Radu Tyrsina

Radu Tyrsina has been a Windows fan ever since he got his first PC, a Pentium III (a monster at that time).

For most of the kids of his age, the Internet was an amazing way to play and communicate with others, but he was deeply impressed by the flow of information and how easily you can find anything on the web.

Prior to founding Windows Report, this particular curiosity about digital content enabled him to grow a number of sites that helped hundreds of millions reach faster the answer they’re looking for.

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With KB5043178 to Release Preview Channel, Microsoft advises Windows 11 users to plug in when the battery is low#

Copilot in Outlook will generate personalized themes for you to customize the app#

Microsoft will raise the price of its 365 Suite to include AI capabilities#

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Outlook will let users create custom account icons so they can tell their accounts apart easier#

Microsoft Edge Canary makes URLs sharing simpler with new Link format feature#