Web apps are freezing in Microsoft Edge, and the fix is a real hassle
Microsoft Edge version 153 is causing web applications to freeze and become unresponsive to user input, affecting Windows users who rely on web-based productivity tools. The bug prevents both mouse and keyboard interaction with affected web apps, rendering them unusable until the browser is restarted or the affected tab is closed.
Microsoft has acknowledged the issue and confirmed that version 153 is responsible for the freezing behavior. The company has recommended users roll back to the previous version, Microsoft Edge 152, as an immediate workaround while the issue is investigated and fixed.
However, the recommended solution presents a significant inconvenience. Downgrading from Edge 153 to version 152 is not a straightforward process and requires users to navigate multiple steps and potentially access advanced settings or manual installation procedures—a cumbersome workaround for those experiencing the issue.
This bug affects a growing segment of users who depend on web applications for their daily work. With many services offering only web-based versions on Windows or providing web apps as their official client solution, the freezing issue impacts productivity for these users. The need to manually downgrade software to restore functionality highlights the challenges users face when automatic updates introduce critical bugs.
Microsoft has not yet announced a timeline for a fix in version 154 or later releases. Until then, affected users must decide whether to endure the freezing issues, go through the hassle of reverting to an older version, or avoid updating their browser—none of which are ideal solutions.