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Several Reddit threads highlight the issue (1,2,3,4).

Some users have reported that the icon has shown up multiple times after being removed.

Microsoft Edge update page

Microsoft has also confirmed the issue.

I reached out to the company and linked to several Reddit posts highlighting the issue.

A spokesperson confirmed that Microsoft is aware of the issue and is in the process of resolving it.

Microsoft Edge Vertical Tabs

I use it as my daily net web client and am a big fan of it.

I use its Sidebar regularly and find Edge to meet all of my needs.

But that doesn’t mean that it’s okay to force it onto people.

Windows 11 change default browser

Windows users are sick of Microsoft shoving Edge down their throats.

Windows Copilot key

Microsoft Edge web browser app in App Store seen displayed on a smartphone.

Microsoft Edge Sidebar

Google Chrome on PC

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