Microsoft brings native web capture to Edge: Sharing Bing Chat responses made easy

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Published onSeptember 7, 2023

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Microsoft is set to introduce a feature to their Edge browser for Android that has been in high demand amongst users – a native web capture tool.

The update, brought to light bytech enthusiast @Leopeva64, will allow users to share chat responses directly from Bing.

When it comes to Android browsers, Microsoft Edge has steadily been growing its reputation and user base. Streamlined, fast, and user-friendly, it offers an alternative to the stronghold of Google Chrome.

A significant part of Edge’s appeal lies in the tech giant’s responsiveness to user feedback rather than a pre-determined development plan. And it seems once again, Microsoft has listened to users’ demands.

One of the most frequently requested features was the ability to capture and share web content without resorting to screenshotting. And now, that feature is making its debut on the Edge Canary version, an experimental channel where new functionality is tested before being rolled out more widely.

So, how does this new feature work?

When having a conversation with Bing Chat, users can click the three dots on the right side of the chat bubble and selectShare. This prompts several options, includingCapture current viewandCapture full page, and allows to crop or save the image before sharing it further.

In Edge for Android Bing Chat lets you share a “Web capture”, you can share the current view or the full page, there is also an option to crop the screenshot:https://t.co/EEdlaxk3uxpic.twitter.com/Uu6T829XQd

— Leopeva64 (@Leopeva64)September 6, 2023

The move might seem like a minor one, given the prevalence of smartphone screenshotting. However, the subtlety of the feature deserves recognition.

With this update, sharing a quick snippet of an online conversation can be done without filling the phone’s gallery with unnecessary screenshots. While the feature is undergoing testing on the Edge Canary channel on Android devices, its cascade to other platforms is just a matter of time.

Stay tuned for more updates as Microsoft continues to enhance the browsing experience through Edge.

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#

Death Stranding Director’s Cut is now Xbox X|S at a huge discount#

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

Microsoft brings native web capture to Edge: Sharing Bing Chat responses made easy#

So, how does this new feature work?#