Windows 11 Feature Can Make Edge Launch Up to 33% Faster

Microsoft says a new Windows 11 optimization called Accelerated App Launch can help Microsoft Edge start faster, especially when many apps are running. The company reports launches up to 33% faster under heavy multitasking and a more typical improvement of 15% for most users.

The feature arrived in the October 28 optional cumulative update KB5127936 for Windows 11 25H2 and 26H2. Support also extends to Windows 11 26H1.

Microsoft describes the optimization as reducing unnecessary process overhead when reopening applications. Microsoft Edge is the first browser to use it, starting with version […]. The source does not provide the version number or details on when additional apps will receive support, saying only that more apps are to follow.