The Problem Autofill Deletion in Edge
Many users are experiencing difficulty deleting individual entries from the autofill suggestions list in Microsoft Edge using the 'Shift + Delete' shortcut. This feature, once available, appears to have been removed in recent updates.
This limitation can be particularly frustrating for users who rely on autofill for their daily workflow, potentially leading to the persistence of incorrect or unwanted suggestions. This is a widespread issue reported by numerous users, impacting the efficiency of their browsing experience.
Microsoft's Response Current Status and Solutions
Microsoft's official stance, as indicated by community support, acknowledges the removal of the individual deletion function. As a direct result, there is currently no direct native functionality available to remedy this issue.
The primary recommended course of action involves submitting feedback to the Microsoft Edge team through the built-in 'Feedback' feature, accessible in the bottom right corner of the Edge homepage, advocating for the restoration or improvement of this function.
Please note, reinstalling older versions is a workaround. Because it's unknown which update removed the ability to delete individual autofill entries, testing multiple older versions of Edge would be necessary to identify a working version. This action is complex and may pose security risks.
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Directly communicate your concerns and suggestions to the Microsoft Edge team using the built-in feedback tool.
Actionable Steps What You Can Do Now
To directly address the situation:
1. Provide Feedback: Navigate to the Microsoft Edge homepage. Click the 'Feedback' button in the bottom right corner. Detail the issue, specifically requesting the return of individual autofill deletion functionality.
2. Monitor Updates: Regularly check for Edge updates, which may include a fix or a change to this functionality.
3. Explore Alternatives: Consider manually clearing your browsing data, including autofill data, to remove unwanted entries. Please be advised that this will remove all saved autofill data and not just the individual entries. Go to Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Choose what to clear.