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What is Smooth Scrolling & How to Enable It [Edge, Chrome]
Improve your scrolling on the different browsers with the new feature
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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As the name implies, smooth scrolling is a recently introduced enhancing feature designed to improve scrolling on thebest web browsers. This feature has been adopted by Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome, Internet Explorer, Edge, and Opera One, among others.
This feature allows you to navigate a page smoothly, regardless of size. While it is now a basic feature on most browsers, many still find it difficult to use/enable.
This guide will show you how to enable the smooth scrolling feature on Windows 10 & 11 for some of the major browsers.
Why is my computer not scrolling smoothly?
As the name implies, the smooth scrolling feature on major Windows 10 and 11 browsers makes scrolling smoother. This feature makes it smoother and more coordinated, unlike the usual scrolling that feels choppy and stops abruptly.
With it enabled, it is easier to navigate pages of different sizes. Also, smooth scrolling on browsers like Chrome and Firefox eliminates stuttering scrolling. So, enabling the feature has many advantages.
How do I make my Windows scroll smoother?
1. Enable Smooth Scrolling on Opera One
Now that you’ve installed the extension, enjoy a better way of navigating your websites.
Speaking of customization, Opera One’s extensions can transform the browser entirely, allowing you to specialize it in whatever direction you want: streaming, gaming, writing in WordPress, etc.
It is an excellent browser to use if you want something modern and efficient.
2. Enable Smooth Scrolling on Microsoft Edge
This is the simple way to enable smooth scrolling on Edge for Windows 10 and 11.
3. Enable Smooth Scrolling on Mozilla Firefox
After enabling the feature, you can try and reconfigure the browser’s settings to optimize the smooth scrolling function further.
To do this, go through the step-by-step guidelines below:
And you are all set!
4. Enable Smooth Scrolling on Google Chrome
Once this is done, you can enjoy an optimized, Smooth scrolling experience on your PC.
Should I enable smooth scrolling?
The advantages of the smooth scrolling feature on the major Windows 10 & 11 browsers are numerous. It also helps to eliminate some scrolling-related issues on your browser.
However, it is not without downsides. With the feature enabled, scrolling feels a bit slower but smoother. But on the balance of things, the pros outweigh the cons.
The smooth scrolling feature on Windows PCs improves user experience considerably. We have shown how to enable the feature on four of the most popular browsers available. So, you have all you need to use it.
Are you facing issues like thescroll wheel not working on Chrome? Then, check our guide on the topic to get it fixed effortlessly. Besides, many are not pleased with its functionality in the latest iteration and modify settings to have thescrollbar always show up in Windows 11.
Feel free to let us know if you encounter any problems while trying to enable the smooth scrolling feature in the comments below.
More about the topics:Chrome Guides,Firefox guides,Microsoft Edge guides,Opera Web Browser
Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan Jenic
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
