Microsoft Edge is one of the fastest and most secure browsers on the market today. It offers great features such as vertical tabs, tracking protection built in, and seamless integration with Microsoft Services. Microsoft Edge is primarily designed for Windows, but it also offers an official Linux edition that runs perfectly on Linux Mint 22, even though it was originally developed by Microsoft.
This guide will show you how to install Microsoft Edge using both the graphical and command line methods. Each step is explained for beginners as well as advanced users.
Table of Contents
- How to Install Microsoft Edge on Linux Mint 22
- How to Launch Microsoft Edge on Linux Mint 22
- How to Uninstall Microsoft Edge on Linux Mint 22
- Conclusion
How to Install Microsoft Edge on Linux Mint 22
Microsoft Edge can be installed quickly and easily on Linux Mint 22, using the Microsoft repository or the official.deb install. Repo is the best option for users who prefer automatic updates. The deb is good for quick one-time installations. Edge is now fully supported by Linux and Mint users will be able to enjoy a modern web browser with excellent performance, security features, as well as cross-platform synchronization capabilities.
Method 1: Install Microsoft Edge Using the Official .deb Package (Recommended)
This is the most convenient, reliable, and Mint-friendly method.
Step 1: Download the Edge Debian (.deb) Package
Microsoft offers a Debian-based installer (.deb) for Linux Mint, Ubuntu, and other Debian-based operating systems. Visit the official website and download the .deb file of Edge: 
Step 2: Open the .deb File with GDebi or Software Manager
GDebi handles dependencies automatically, ensuring that the browser is installed cleanly. Double-click on the downloaded file and click Install Package:
Step 3: Enter Your Password to Authorize the Install
Installation of software requires administrator privileges. When prompted, enter your Mint password.
Edge will now appear in the Applications menu.
Method 2: Install Microsoft Edge via Terminal (Microsoft Repo Method)
You can add the Microsoft repository to your browser so that you will receive automatic updates.
Step 1: Install Required Packages
These tools enable your system to retrieve and verify the Microsoft signature key.
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sudo apt update sudo apt install software-properties-common apt-transport-https wget |
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Step 2: Add the Microsoft GPG Key
Verify that the packages you download from Microsoft are genuine and secure.
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wget -q https://packages.microsoft.com/keys/microsoft.asc -O- | sudo tee /etc/apt/trusted.gpg.d/microsoft.asc |
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Step 3: Add the Microsoft Edge Repository
This will tell Mint where it can download the Edge package as well as future updates.
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echo “deb [arch=amd64] https://packages.microsoft.com/repos/edge stable main” | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/microsoft-edge.list |
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Step 4: Update Package Cache and Install Edge
Installing Edge is done by installing the update.
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sudo apt update sudo apt install microsoft-edge-stable |
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Method 3: Install Microsoft Edge Beta or Dev (Optional)
This is a great tool for testers and developers. Let’s install Edge Beta:
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sudo apt install microsoft-edge-beta |
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Let’s install Edge Dev:
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sudo apt install microsoft-edge-dev |
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This version may have fewer features but is more up-to-date.
How to Launch Microsoft Edge on Linux Mint 22
To launch Microsoft Browser on Linux Mint 22, follow the procedure given below.
Firstly, search “Microsoft Edge” in the “Activities” menu. You can see all the versions of Microsoft Edge from search results. Then, open the required version by clicking on it: Search for Microsoft Edge in the Mint menu.
Or via terminal:
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microsoft-edge |
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Upon doing so, the “Welcome to Microsoft Edge” window will appear on the screen. Click on the “Accept and get started” button to set up the Microsoft Edge Browser:
Then, set your tab pages layout from the options as per your preferences and continue:
Now, the opened window will ask you to sign in to your account. For this purpose, click on the “Sign in to sync data” button:
Then, provide the required credentials and click on the “Next” button or simply press the “ALT+Left arrow” to skip this process and go back:
As you can see, Microsoft Edge is all set to be used on Linux Mint 22:
How to Uninstall Microsoft Edge on Linux Mint 22
For the uninstallation of specific versions such as BETA, DEV, or Stable, use the commands.
To uninstall the Stable version of Microsoft Edge, use the following command:
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sudo apt remove microsoft-edge-stable –purge |
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Utilize the below-mentioned command to uninstall the BETA version of Microsoft Edge:
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sudo apt remove microsoft-edge-beta –purge |
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You can also uninstall the Microsoft Edge Browser DEV version by executing the given command:
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sudo apt remove microsoft-edge-dev –purge |
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That is all from the installation guide.
Conclusion
Installing Microsoft Edge on Linux Mint 22 is simple, just download the official .deb package from Microsoft’s Edge website, open it with the Mint Software Manager or GDebi, and install it using your system password, or alternatively add Microsoft’s official repository by installing required tools, importing the Microsoft GPG key, adding the Edge repo, then running sudo apt update followed by sudo apt install microsoft-edge-stable, giving you automatic updates and seamless integration on your Mint system.
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