Microsoft Edge's Application Guard is a stellar security feature, providing your device with malware defense while browsing the web. Even though this application offers great protection, the Advanced Graphics feature comes disabled by default.

If you're seeking to experience smoother online navigation without sacrificing safety and privacy, then worry not! Microsoft has added an option allowing you to turn on advanced graphics in their Application Guard for Windows 11. In this guide, we'll show you how to enable advanced graphics in Application Guard for Edge.

1. How to Enable Advanced Graphics via Windows Settings

The Settings app is a great way to quickly enable advanced graphics for your Application Guard in Microsoft Edge. To do this, follow these steps:

  1. Right-click on Start and select Settings from the menu list. See our guide for more information on how to access Windows Settings.
  2. Click Privacy & security in the left pane.
  3. On the right, click Windows Security.
  4. Click App & browser control on the next page.
    Change Application Guard Settings
  5. Select Change Applications Guard settings from the Isolated browsing section.
  6. Then, on the Application Guard settings page, toggle Advanced graphics on.
    Enable Advanced Graphics in Application Guard Using Settings
  7. If you see a UAC prompt, click Yes to continue.

After you follow the above steps, close the Settings window and restart your computer. Application Guard will now be enabled with advanced graphics support. If you ever want to turn off this feature, just follow the same steps and turn off Advanced graphics.

2. How to Enable Advanced Graphics via Registry Editor

If you don't like the idea of tinkering with the Windows Settings page, you can also use the Registry Editor to enable advanced graphics in Application Guard for Edge. But keep in mind that tweaking the Windows Registry is a risky endeavor, so proceed carefully. To be safe, back up your registry before making any changes.

To get started, follow these steps:

  1. Press Win + R on your keyboard to open the Run command.
  2. Type regedit in the dialog box and hit Enter.
  3. Click Yes on the UAC prompt to open Registry Editor.
  4. In the Registry Editor window, navigate to the following path: 
    Computer\HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Hvsi
  5. Double-click EnableVirtualGPU in the right pane.
    Enable Advanced Graphics in Application Guard Using Registry
  6. In the Value data field, type 1 and click OK.

After completing the above steps, close the Registry window and restart your computer.

Application Guard for Edge Now Works With Advanced Graphics

Application Guard for Edge is a reliable security feature that will keep your device safe while surfing the web. However, some features like advanced graphics are not enabled by default. Thankfully this guide provides you with all the necessary steps to activate them quickly and easily.