How to Remember Passwords in Microsoft Edge
In today’s digital age, managing multiple passwords for various online accounts can be quite challenging. With the increasing number of online services and platforms, it’s hard to remember all the passwords. However, Microsoft Edge offers a convenient feature that can help you remember passwords without the hassle of memorizing them. In this article, we will guide you through the steps on how to remember passwords in Microsoft Edge.
Step 1: Enable Password Manager
Firstly, ensure that the password manager feature is enabled in Microsoft Edge. To do this, follow these steps:
1. Open Microsoft Edge and click on the three dots in the upper-right corner to access the menu.
2. Select “Settings” from the dropdown menu.
3. Scroll down and click on “Passwords” under the “Autofill” section.
4. Make sure the toggle switch for “Offer to save passwords” is turned on.
Step 2: Save Passwords
Now that the password manager is enabled, you can start saving passwords for your online accounts. When you visit a website and log in, Microsoft Edge will prompt you to save the password. To save a password:
1. Enter your username and password on the login page.
2. Click on the “Save” button that appears in the password prompt.
3. You will be asked to confirm the password. Enter it again to save.
Step 3: Access Saved Passwords
If you need to access your saved passwords, follow these steps:
1. Open Microsoft Edge and click on the three dots in the upper-right corner to access the menu.
2. Select “Settings” from the dropdown menu.
3. Scroll down and click on “Passwords” under the “Autofill” section.
4. You will see a list of all the websites for which you have saved passwords. Click on the website to view the saved username and password.
Step 4: Auto-Fill Passwords
Microsoft Edge can automatically fill in your saved passwords when you visit a website. To enable this feature:
1. Go to the “Passwords” section in Edge settings (as described in Step 3).
2. Make sure the toggle switch for “Offer to save passwords” is turned on.
3. Additionally, ensure that the toggle switch for “Autofill passwords” is turned on.
Now, when you visit a website that requires login credentials, Microsoft Edge will automatically fill in the username and password for you.
Step 5: Manage and Delete Saved Passwords
If you need to manage or delete saved passwords, follow these steps:
1. Go to the “Passwords” section in Edge settings (as described in Step 3).
2. You will see a list of all the websites for which you have saved passwords. Click on the website to view the saved username and password.
3. To delete a password, click on the “Delete” button next to the website.
4. To edit a password, click on the “Edit” button and enter the new password.
By following these steps, you can easily remember passwords in Microsoft Edge without the stress of memorizing them. This feature not only simplifies your online experience but also enhances your security by using strong and unique passwords for each of your accounts.
