How to Enable Reading View in Microsoft Edge

Enabling Reading View, also known as Immersive Reader, in Microsoft Edge simplifies web pages by removing distractions and allowing you to focus solely on the text content. This feature makes reading articles and blog posts online a much cleaner experience.

Two Simple Ways to Enter Immersive Reader

To activate Immersive Reader in Microsoft Edge, you have two primary methods as outlined in the reference:

1. Via the Address Bar: When you are on a webpage that is compatible with Immersive Reader, an icon that looks like an open book will appear in the address bar. Simply clicking this icon will transform the page into the clean reading view.
2. Using a Keyboard Shortcut: For a quicker method, you can use the F9 key on your keyboard. Pressing F9 will toggle Immersive Reader on and off for the current page, provided it supports the feature.

Step-by-Step Guide

Here's a breakdown of how to use each method:

• Method 1: Using the Address Bar Icon

  1. Open Microsoft Edge.
  2. Navigate to the website containing the article or content you wish to read in a simplified view.
  3. Look at the address bar at the top of the Edge window.
  4. If the page is compatible, you will see the "Enter Immersive Reader" icon (typically an open book) appear near the right end of the address bar.
  5. Select Enter Immersive Reader in the address bar by clicking the icon. The page will immediately switch to the simplified reading mode.

• Method 2: Using the F9 Keyboard Shortcut

  1. Open Microsoft Edge.
  2. Go to the webpage you want to read.
  3. Ensure the webpage content is displayed.
  4. Use the keyboard shortcut F9. The page will switch to Immersive Reader mode.

Both methods achieve the same result: enabling a focused, distraction-free reading environment.

Exiting Immersive Reader

Once you have finished reading or wish to return to the standard webpage view, exiting Immersive Reader is just as easy:

• Via the Address Bar: Similar to entering, an icon (often labeled "Exit Immersive Reader" or showing a closed book) will appear in the address bar while you are in Immersive Reader mode. Click this icon to return to the normal view.
• Using the Keyboard Shortcut: Use the keyboard shortcut F9 again. Pressing F9 while in Immersive Reader mode will toggle you back to the standard webpage view.

This table summarizes the actions:

Action	Address Bar Method	Keyboard Shortcut
Enter Immersive Reader	Select "Enter Immersive Reader" icon	Press F9
Exit Immersive Reader	Select "Exit Immersive Reader" icon	Press F9

Enabling Immersive Reader is a great way to improve readability and concentration when browsing content-heavy websites in Microsoft Edge.