Kompatibilitätsansicht

Kompatibilitätsansicht is a feature found in web browsers, primarily Internet Explorer, that allows older web pages designed for previous versions of the browser to be displayed correctly. Websites often use specific code or rendering engines that may not be supported by newer browser versions. When a website is not rendered properly, the user may encounter display issues, broken layouts, or non-functional elements.

The Kompatibilitätsansicht setting tells the browser to render the webpage as if it were using an older version of the browser. This is achieved by instructing the browser to use an older Document Mode and User Agent String. While this can solve immediate display problems, it is generally not recommended for general use. Websites that are not updated to support modern web standards can pose security risks and may not offer the best user experience. Developers are encouraged to update their websites to be compatible with current browser versions, eliminating the need for compatibility modes.

In modern browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Microsoft Edge, the concept of a dedicated "Kompatibilitätsansicht" is largely absent. These browsers are designed to be highly compatible with current web standards and often automatically handle minor rendering discrepancies. If a website is severely outdated and causes issues, users might find specific extensions or developer tools that can emulate older browser behavior, but this is not a built-in, widely advertised feature as it was in Internet Explorer. The focus in modern web development is on adherence to standards, making such compatibility modes less necessary.