Microsoft Edge 86 rolls out with PDF updates, download options, and more

The latest Microsoft Edge brings plenty of improvements, including a new set of features for PDFs.

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What you need to know

Microsoft Edge version 86 brings several improvements to Microsoft’s Chromium-based browser. The update started rolling out on October 9, 2020 and Microsoft recently shared its release notes. The update includes several new features, including the option for admins to rollback to a previous version of Microsoft Edge, new options for viewing and marking up PDFs, and the option to delete downloaded files directly within the browser. Microsoft Edge 86 should roll out to Windows PCs and devices running macOS.

The set of PDF updates provides a new set of functionality within the browser. In addition to optimizing PDF functionalities for smaller screens, the latest version of Microsoft Edge also lets you highlight PDFs with a pen and navigate with a table of contents.

Microsoft outlines all of the changes in Microsoft Edge 86 in anupdated doc, which you can also read below.

Microsoft’s update doc also breaks down the Microsoft Edge 86 policy updates and deprecated policies.

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Sean Endicott is a tech journalist at Windows Central, specializing in Windows, Microsoft software, AI, and PCs. He’s covered major launches, from Windows 10 and 11 to the rise of AI tools like ChatGPT. Sean’s journey began with the Lumia 740, leading to strong ties with app developers. Outside writing, he coaches American football, utilizing Microsoft services to manage his team. He studied broadcast journalism at Nottingham Trent University and is active on X @SeanEndicott_ and Threads @sean_endicott_.