How to Remove Microsoft Edge Icon on Windows 10

Are you tired of seeing the Microsoft Edge icon on your Windows 10 taskbar and want to get rid of it? Unfortunately, uninstalling Microsoft Edge is not as straightforward as it used to be. The good news is that you can still remove the icon using a simple trick involving Windows PowerShell.

Before we dive into the steps, it's essential to note that you won't be able to uninstall Microsoft Edge on newer versions of Windows 10, including 1803, 1809, 1903, 1909, and 2004. This is because the new version of Microsoft Edge has been included in a system update, making it unavailable for removal.

However, if you're still using an older version of Windows 10 or want to remove the icon from your taskbar for other reasons, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open Windows PowerShell

To start, open Windows PowerShell as an administrator. You can do this by searching for 'PowerShell' in the search bar and right-clicking on the result to select 'Run as administrator.'

Step 2: Run the Command

Once PowerShell is open, type the following command and press Enter:

```

Get-AppXPackage -AllUsers |Where-Object {$_.InstallLocation -like '*MicrosoftEdge*'} |Remove-AppXPackage

```

This command will remove Microsoft Edge from your Windows 10 system.

Step 3: Restart Your Computer

After running the command, restart your computer to ensure that the changes take effect.

That's it! Once you've completed these steps, the Microsoft Edge icon should be removed from your taskbar. Keep in mind that this method only removes the icon and not the browser itself, so you can still access Microsoft Edge if needed.

Remember that the new version of Microsoft Edge is designed to provide users with more control over their personal data, including the ability to completely remove data from the legacy version of Edge. For more information on how to manage your data in Microsoft Edge, visit the official Microsoft website.

By following these simple steps, you can easily remove the Microsoft Edge icon from your Windows 10 taskbar and regain control over your desktop.

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