Manage
Autofill Form Data in Microsoft Edge

Understanding The Challenge of Deleting Autofill Data in Edge

Microsoft Edge, like other browsers, saves form data to help you quickly fill out online forms. However, managing and deleting specific entries can be tricky.

This article addresses the difficulties users face when trying to remove unwanted or outdated autofill entries in Edge, and provides current methods.

Current Available Methods and Workarounds

Due to changes in Edge, the direct option to delete individual autofill entries may be absent. Here’s how to proceed:

1. Submit Feedback: Use the three-dot menu, select 'Help and Feedback,' and 'Send Feedback' to inform Microsoft about the missing feature.

2. Delete All Form Data: In Edge Settings, navigate to 'Privacy, search, and services' > 'Choose what to clear' > Check 'Autofill form data (includes forms and cards).' This deletes all autofill data, but not individual entries.

3. Shift + Delete Trick (Chromium Based): For some Chromium based browsers, you can type in the field, highlight the unwanted suggestion with the down arrow key, and press Shift + Delete. Try this as a possible solution.

4. Database Editing (Advanced): For advanced users, accessing and editing the 'Web Data' database file in the app data folder is an option, but this carries risks. Requires a SQLite database editor.

Alternative Solutions and Considerations

Since Microsoft has removed or changed the feature, several alternative solutions may help:

Microsoft Wallet: Accessing and deleting information through Microsoft Wallet. Go to Microsoft Wallet and navigate to Personal Info to delete information from this section.

Rollback (Use with Caution): If possible and you are comfortable with doing so, consider rolling back to a previous version of Edge. However, this is not generally recommended due to potential security vulnerabilities.

Regularly Clear Data: Make a habit of regularly clearing browsing data, including autofill information, to manage the information stored by the browser.

Consider browser extensions to help manage your autofill data, these can be helpful in some cases.

“

Privacy is paramount. Regularly review and manage your autofill data to protect your personal information.

A Concerned User

Conclusion Managing Your Autofill Data in Edge

Managing autofill data in Microsoft Edge requires understanding the current limitations and exploring available alternatives. While directly deleting individual entries can be challenging, the methods provided above can help you maintain control over your information and protect your privacy.

Stay informed about changes to Edge and continue to provide feedback to Microsoft about the features you value.