Here’s how to clear cache on Microsoft Edge in a few quick steps, plus some context for why it helps.

How to Clear Cache on Edge

Quick Scoop

If a website looks broken, won’t update, or feels slow, clearing cache in Edge often fixes it.

Fast keyboard shortcut method (Windows)

  1. Open Microsoft Edge.
  2. Press Ctrl + Shift + Delete on your keyboard. A “Clear browsing data” window will open.
  1. Set Time range to All time (best for stubborn problems) or another range you prefer.
  1. Check at least:
    • Cached images and files
    • (Optional) Cookies and other site data
    • (Optional) Browsing history
  2. Click Clear now.
  1. Close Edge and reopen it for a completely fresh start.

Menu method (2020+ Edge on Windows/macOS)

  1. Open Edge.
  2. Click the three dots (…) in the top‑right corner.
  1. Select History.
  1. At the top of the History pane, click the trash can/recycle bin icon (Delete browsing data).
  1. In Time range , pick Last hour , 24 hours , 7 days , 4 weeks , or All time.
  1. Check Cached images and files (and optionally Cookies and site data and Browsing history).
  1. Click Clear now.

What “cache” is (in plain terms)

  • Edge saves pieces of websites (images, scripts, styles) so they load faster the next time you visit.
  • Sometimes those saved pieces get outdated or corrupt, which makes pages freeze, not update, or show layout glitches.
  • Clearing cache forces Edge to download fresh files, often fixing playback issues, broken buttons, and stuck ads.

Optional: Clear automatically when Edge closes

If you like things wiped regularly:

  1. Click … > Settings.
  1. Go to Privacy, search, and services.
  1. Under Clear browsing data , choose Choose what to clear every time you close the browser.
  1. Turn on Cached images and files (and optionally Cookies and other site data , Browsing history).

Mini notes & tips

  • If you want to stay signed in to sites, avoid clearing cookies unless you’re troubleshooting something specific.
  • For a minor visual glitch, clearing just Cached images and files for the Last hour is often enough.
  • For persistent video/ad freezes or major layout issues, use All time and include cookies as well.

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