The Edge browser has gone through various changes, including the move to Chromium-based technology. While this shift brought many improvements, some users miss the old Edge's Drop-down favorites, history book, downloads, and reading list menu.
To address this feedback, the Edge team is working on adding these features to the new Edge browser. The old Edge's fluidity of bookmarks, history, and downloads should be ported to the new browser to provide a better user experience.
One of the features that users love about the old Edge is the ability to open and pin the favorites list to the right-hand side of the browser. This is a time-saving feature that eliminates the need to open a new tab or folder. The Edge team is considering adding the "pin to the right" functionality to the new Edge browser.
Another feedback from users is to minimize the number of buttons on the UI. The profile and feedback button in the top right corner rarely used and just clutter the interface. The Edge team is considering adding these buttons to the hamburger menu to clean up the interface.
The way Chrome handles bookmarks is one of the top reasons some users don't use it. The Edge team understands that bookmarks are where many people begin their browsing, and it is an area where personal preferences vary widely. They are experimenting with various layouts to get the best fit for the largest number of customers.
The new Edge browser is based on Chromium, and the ellipse in the top right of the address bar is where all access to all functions is based. Since it is visually compatible with Chromium/Chrome, it eliminates the dual "dueling icons" and is less busy, one access point, simpler, and easier.
The Edge team is considering the addition of the Hub to the new Edge browser. The Hub is where users can manage favorites, reading lists, books, and history. The Edge team will likely add the Reading Pane, Fluent Design, and many other features in the weeks ahead.
In conclusion, the Edge team is listening to user feedback and is working on improving the favorites, history, and downloads features of the new Edge browser. They understand the importance of bookmarks to many users and are experimenting with various layouts to provide the best user experience. With the addition of the Hub and other features, the new Edge browser will continue to evolve and provide users with a better browsing experience.