Microsoft Edge is removing Sidebar app list as Copilot takeover continues on Windows 11

Microsoft Edge is retiring ‘Sidebar app list’ and giving Copilot more space in the browser on Windows 11.

After a recent update, I opened Edge Canary and casually used the search button in the sidebar as I always do, but this time, the search did not work. Instead, a warning appeared saying that Edge’s sidebar feature is being removed because Microsoft Edge is cluttered, and it’s now being simplified at the cost of a very handy feature.

“We’re simplifying Edge. New apps can no longer be added, and the quick access list will be removed gradually in future updates,” Microsoft warns in a new alert that shows up when you open the sidebar. “Copilot is not affected—this helps us focus on making it even better,” Microsoft confirmed.

I don’t see the same warning in Edge stable, so that means the Sidebar end-of-support alert is being rolled out to Canary testers first.

Edge is removing the Sidebar to make space for Copilot

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