Microsoft Edge Dev channel brings 3D view for developers in latest update

“Set Aside” for tabs might also be in the cards for a future update.

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What you need to know

Microsoft Edge testers using the Dev channel can get their hands on a new update today. The latest release, which pushes the build numberup to 81.0.403.1, brings a few news features and bug fixes to the table. Most notably, this update introduces the 3D viewer tool for developers.

3D viewer is a tool that lets developers get a look at the Document Object Model (DOM) depth, allowing you to see how different elements of a webpage stack. Microsoft alsorecently addeda new z-Index view to the viewer that “helps you isolate the different stacking contexts of your page.”

Finally, Microsoft confirmed that it has started discussing two features that users miss from Edge Legacy: Set Aside Tabs and Warn on Close. There’s no guarantee we’ll see these features return, but it’s good to hear they’re at least a part of discussions going on with the Edge team.

Here’s a rundown of what’s new and improved with the latest Edge Dev channel update.

For more on this release, you can check out Microsoft’sfull blog postfor a look at the release notes and known issues. You can download any one of the Microsoft Edge test builds to get started at theEdge Insider site. Those who are already on the Dev channel can grab today’s update now.

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