New tab background

To change the background for your new tabs in Microsoft Edge, you can adjust the settings for the New Tab page. You have a couple of options:

1. Enable or Disable Web Content: If you want to customize what appears on the New Tab page, you can enable or disable the setting that allows web content to be displayed. If this setting is disabled, the New Tab page will show a blank page instead.
2. Set a Specific Background: You can also specify a default behavior for the New Tab page through policy settings, allowing you to choose between a blank page, the first home page, or a new tab page with a news feed.

If your background is stuck, you may need to check these settings to ensure they are configured according to your preferences. If you are using a managed device, some settings may be controlled by your organization.

References:

• Policy CSP - Browser
• AllowWebContentOnNewTabPage

Hi Pomni The Jester !,

Thank you for posting on the Microsoft Q&A Forum. I completely understand how frustrating it can be when your Microsoft Edge new‑tab background feels “stuck”, especially when it keeps showing a winter theme you didn’t choose.

Since you're on iOS, Edge uses a simplified design with fewer personalization options. That means features like setting a custom wallpaper or choosing daily images aren’t available yet on phones and tablets. So even though it looks like the background should be changeable, the option won’t appear or won’t apply.

Even though the background can’t be customized, you can adjust how Edge looks overall by switching its appearance theme:

• Open Microsoft Edge
• Tap ⋯ (menu) → Settings
• Choose Appearance / Theme
• Pick Light, Dark, or System Default

This can help soften or remove the “winter vibe,” even if the New Tab image can’t be changed directly. I look forward to receiving your update. Let me know if you need further assistance, feel free to ask me by clicking "Add Comment" or "Add Answer" if you cannot add comment so your response will be visible. Thanks for your effort.

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