Arr, ye scurvy dogs! Microsoft Edge be messin' with Windows 11's tablet mode like a cursed glitch!
2023-09-20
Arr, mateys! Avast ye! Microsoft Edge be playin' tricks on all ye landlubbers. It be turnin' on its tablet-friendly mode for PCs that be as sturdy as a pirate's vessel! Aye, confusion be spreadin' like a cursed treasure map. Arrr!
Microsoft Edge has encountered a bizarre bug in its latest update, with the web browser appearing in a touch-friendly form on desktop PCs where it is not needed. The browser client is displaying bigger spaces between interface elements and wider buttons, which are designed to enhance the user experience on touchscreens. However, this mode is mistakenly being activated on normal desktops running Windows 10 and Windows 11.To fix this issue, users can simply disable the touch mode in the Settings panel for Edge. However, for those who are unfamiliar with touch mode or unaware of its existence, this update can be very confusing. Some may assume that it is a new design feature being tested by Microsoft, leading to frustration and bewilderment.
This bug, although odd, can be replicated on Microsoft Edge version 117 with default settings, and there are multiple complaints on Reddit about this problem. Users are surprised that Microsoft did not notice this issue before rolling out the update. While there are claims that a fix has been deployed, there are still reports of affected users.
Overall, this mistake from Microsoft is a glaring error that hampers Edge's reputation as one of the best web browsers. Touch mode is indeed useful when used appropriately, but the accidental activation on non-touchscreen desktops is not helpful. Fortunately, users can easily resolve the issue by toggling the touch mode setting in the browser's Settings.
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