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Internet Explorer Not Opening? 7 Ways to Quickly Fix it
Check easy-to-follow solutions to get the browser working!
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Internet Explorer has, for a long period, been the primary browser for users. It was probably the first browser most of us used to browse the Internet. And while there are severalfast browsersavailable, many still go with it. But for some users, Internet Explorer is not opening.
Internet Explorer has a history of issues. That’s understood, given it was the first one and had to undergo a wide range of changes to fit the user requirements better. But when thebrowser doesn’t open, you are in for big problems. Keep reading to find out the solutions!
Why can’t I open Internet Explorer in Windows 10?
Here are the primary reasons users can’t open or work with Internet Explorer:
How do I fix Internet Explorer not opening?
Before we proceed to the slightly complex solutions, here are a few quick ones to try:
If none work, head to the fixes listed next.
1. Install Internet Explorer
If Internet Explorer is missing from the PC, and, as a result, you can’t open it, downloading the browser works. Remember, Internet Explorer now only supports Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1.
2. Reset Internet Explorer settings
Resetting the browser often works when Internet Explorer is not opening in Windows 7. But, as stated in the reset window, only choose this option when the browser fails to work.
3. Repair the corrupt system files
If the PC has corrupt system files, theDISM commandand SFC scan should help replace the affected files with their cached copy. And once you are done with the two, Internet Explorer should start opening fine in Windows 11.
4. Change Edge settings
If Internet Explorer is not opening and redirecting to Edge, you should simply disable theIE Modein Microsoft Edge. This mode allows sites that were developed for Internet Explorer to be loaded properly. IE Mode is expected to be supported at least until 2029.
5. Uninstall conflicting apps
When Internet Explorer is not opening websites or not launching altogether, make sure you don’t have any conflicting apps running on the PC. If there are any, remove them. Also, we recommend using aneffective uninstaller softwareto effectively clear any leftover files and registry entries.
6. Perform an in-place upgrade
An in-place or repair upgrade usually helps when you are facing issues with the built-in apps or Windows components. It’s basically like getting all the critical files replaced with a fresh copy without affecting the data stored on the PC.
And it should help when Internet Explorer is not opening in Windows 10.
7. Create a new user account
If nothing else works when Internet Explorer is not opening, you can create a new user account and use it to access the browser. You will have to use abackup toolto transfer the data between the two. Though, an external USB stick would do the job perfectly.
And if the problem remains unresolved, our recommendation would be to switch to anotheruser-friendly browser, preferablyOpera, given its wide range of features.
For any queries or to share more solutions with us, drop a comment below.
More about the topics:Internet Explorer Issues,windows 10,windows 7
Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
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Kazim is specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
