How to Enable Picture Dictionary for Immersive Reader in Microsoft Edge Chromium (Canary Build)

The Canary build of Microsoft Edge Chromium introduces an exciting new feature called the Picture Dictionary. This feature displays expressive images that provide a visual definition for chosen words, enhancing the reading experience within the Immersive Reader mode. Although the Picture Dictionary is hidden behind a feature flag, it’s easy to enable and use.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to enable the Picture Dictionary in Microsoft Edge Chromium.

Why Enable the Picture Dictionary?

• Enhances Understanding: Words paired with images improve comprehension, especially for young learners or non-native speakers.
• Visual Learning: It’s ideal for people who learn better through visuals, making text more engaging.
• Interactive Reading: This feature turns reading into a more interactive and enjoyable activity.

Steps to Enable Picture Dictionary for Immersive Reader in Microsoft Edge Chromium

Step 01: Open Microsoft Edge Canary

• Open the Microsoft Edge Canary browser on your device.

Step 02: Access Edge Flags

• In the address bar, type the following and press Enter:

  edge://flags/#edge-reading-view-picture-dictionary
  

Step 03: Enable Picture Dictionary Flag

• Locate the “Picture Dictionary in Immersive Reader” flag.
• Click the drop-down menu next to it and select Enabled.

Step 04: Restart Microsoft Edge

• After enabling the flag, restart the browser to apply changes.

Testing the Picture Dictionary Feature

Step 05: Open a Web Page and Launch Immersive Reader

• Navigate to any web page that has text content.
• To enable Immersive Reader, select the desired text, right-click, and choose Open in Immersive Reader.

Step 06: Enable Picture Dictionary in Immersive Reader

• In the Immersive Reader interface, click the Reading Preferences button.
• Under Reading Preferences, toggle on the option for Picture Dictionary.

Step 07: Use the Picture Dictionary

• Select any word on the page, and the Picture Dictionary will display a visual representation of the selected word, giving you an image-based definition.

Final Thoughts

The Picture Dictionary in Microsoft Edge Canary is a powerful tool for making reading more engaging and accessible. It’s perfect for students, language learners, and anyone who benefits from visual learning. This feature offers a richer experience, turning words into easy-to-understand images within the Immersive Reader mode.