pin Chrome or Edge profile to the taskbar

If you want to know how to pin the Chrome or Edge profile to the taskbar, here is a step-by-step guide that will help you with it.

It's no secret that some still use the browser's Profiles feature. If you don't know, this feature allows users to keep profile data, such as bookmarks, history, passwords, and other settings, separate.

But always the task you should do is to switch between them when you start the browser. However, one option allows you to launch directly into that profile, that is, pin the Chrome or Edge profile icon to the taskbar. If you don't know how to do it, don't worry, here is a guide that will help you.

How to pin Chrome or Edge profile to the taskbar

1. Leveraging Desktop Shortcuts for Chrome Profiles:

This method offers a convenient way to launch specific Chrome profiles directly from the taskbar.

Targeted Profile Selection: Launch Chrome and switch to the desired profile you want to access quickly.

Profile Management: Click on the profile picture in the top-right corner. Navigate to "Manage profiles."

Shortcut Creation: Locate the desired profile and click the three vertical dots next to it. Choose "Create desktop shortcut" to generate a dedicated shortcut for that specific profile on your desktop.

Taskbar Integration: Right-click on the newly created desktop shortcut and select "Pin to taskbar." This action pins the profile shortcut to the taskbar, providing one-click access.

2. Utilizing Task Manager for Profile Switching (Chrome & Edge):

This technique allows you to efficiently switch between profiles within a single browser window.

Browser Launch: Open Chrome or Edge using the standard method.

New Instance Creation: Right-click on the browser icon in the taskbar (not the profile picture) and select "New window" or "New InPrivate window" depending on your preference. This creates a fresh browser instance.

Profile Selection: Click on the profile picture within the newly opened window and choose the desired profile from the available options. This switches the active profile within the same browser window.

Additional Considerations:

Third-Party Extensions (Caution Advised): You might encounter third-party extensions promising profile pinning functionality. It's essential to exercise caution with these extensions. They often lack reliability and can introduce security vulnerabilities. We strongly recommend against using them.

With these strategies, you can optimize access to specific Chrome or Edge profiles, improving your browser's workflow without compromising security.