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Manage Microsoft Edge on Surface Hub

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  • Applies to:
    Surface Hub, Surface Hub 2S

Use Microsoft Edge browser policies to configure browser settings in Microsoft Edge via any of the following methods:

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The swipe down from top of screen gesture to exit full-screen mode requires two fingers with Microsoft Edge. The exit full-screen action is also available in the context menu displayed after a long-press touch.

Default Microsoft Edge policies for Surface Hub

Microsoft Edge is preconfigured with the following policy settings to provide an optimized experience for Surface Hub.

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It's recommended to retain the default value for these policy settings.

Policy setting Recommended experience Default value
AutoImportAtFirstRun Don't automatically import datatypes and settings from Microsoft Edge Legacy. This configuration avoids changing signed-in users' profiles with shared settings from the Surface Hub. 4
BackgroundModeEnabled Allow Microsoft Edge processes to keep running in the background even after the last browser window is closed, enabling faster access to web apps during a session. 1
BrowserAddProfileEnabled Don't allow users to create new profiles in Microsoft Edge, simplifying the browsing and signed-in experience. 0
BrowserGuestModeEnabled Enables only one user to sign-in to Microsoft Edge, simplifying the browsing and signed-in experience 0
BrowserSignin Enables users to enjoy single sign-on (SSO) in Microsoft Edge. When users are signed into Surface Hub, their credentials can flow to supported websites without requiring them to reauthenticate. 1
ExtensionInstallBlockList Prevents non-admin users from installing new extensions in Microsoft Edge. To configure a list of extensions to be installed by default, use ExtensionInstallForcelist. *
HideFirstRunExperience Hides the first run experience and splash screen that's normally shown when users run Microsoft Edge for the first time. 1
InPrivateModeAvailability Disables InPrivate mode. Since End Session already clears browsing data, disabling InPrivate mode simplifies the browsing and signed-in experience. 1
NewTabPageSetFeedType Shows the Microsoft 365 feed experience on new tab pages. When users are signed into Surface Hub, this tab display enables fast access to files and content on Microsoft 365. 1
NonRemovableProfileEnabled When users are signed into Surface Hub, a non-removable profile is created using their organizational account, simplifying the SSO experience. 1
PrintingEnabled Disables printing in Microsoft Edge. Surface Hub doesn't support printing. 0
ProActiveAuthEnabled Enables Microsoft Edge to proactively authenticate signed-in users with Microsoft services, simplifying the SSO experience. 1
PromptForDownloadLocation Automatically saves files to the Downloads folder, rather than asking users where to save the file, simplifying the browsing experience. 0

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Deployable progressive web apps (PWAs) are now supported on the Windows 10 Team operating system. To learn more, see Install Progressive Web Apps on Surface Hub.

Configure Microsoft Edge updates

By default, Microsoft Edge is updated automatically. Use Microsoft Edge update policies to configure settings for Microsoft Edge Update. Surface Hub doesn't support the CreateDesktopShortcut policy setting as Surface Hub doesn't use desktop shortcuts.

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Microsoft Edge requires connectivity to the Internet to support its features. Add the necessary domain URLs to the Allow list to ensure communications through firewalls and other security mechanisms.