The new default behavior is set to paste a link as a hyperlink with the title of the page, but you can change the settings to paste the link as a plain web address. In this guide, you’ll learn the steps to change the default behavior of the enhanced copy and paste experience available for Microsoft Edge on Windows 10.

Change copy and paste formats for links on Microsoft Edge Use copy and paste formats for links on Microsoft Edge

To change the copy and paste web address default behavior, use these steps: Once you complete the steps, the next time you paste on an app or online service, the link will paste with the default format you configured in the settings.

Link – Pastes the address bar link as a hyperlink with a title. Plain text – Pastes the address bar link as a normal and long URL.

Microsoft Edge paste as link or plain text Although this feature should help to improve adding links to a document or email, some apps can override the enhanced copy and paste available with the web browser.

To use the new copy and paste style, use these steps: After you complete the steps, the web address will paste with the format you selected. You can even paste faster when using the assigned keyboard shortcuts, including Ctrl + V to paste as link or Ctrl + Shift + V to paste as plain text. Microsoft Edge Paste as menu All content on this site is provided with no warranties, express or implied. Use any information at your own risk. Always backup of your device and files before making any changes. Privacy policy info.