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Internet Explorer Won’t Download Files? Here’s What to do
Change Internet Explorer security settings to bypass the issue
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Many users say their Internet Explorer is not downloading files. This occurs in different versions and can be persistent. However, this article will discuss potential causes and fixes for the problem.
Also, we have a detailed guide discussingInternet Explorer 11 proxy problems after an updateand some steps for resolving the problem.
Why is Internet Explorer not downloading files?
The causes listed above are general and can vary on different devices. Nevertheless, you can fix the issue by following the steps provided in the next section.
Please read our article aboutInternet Explorer not connecting to the interneton Windows 11.
How do I enable downloads in Internet Explorer?
Before trying any advanced troubleshooting steps, we recommend you go through the following preliminary checks:
Proceed with the solutions below if the above steps can’t fix the problem:
1. Delete Internet Explorer Temporarily files
Clearing the Internet Explorer temporary file will remove corrupt caches and cookies that may block the file download access.
2. Delete the Internet Explorer Index.dat file
After clearing the browser’s temporary files, the above steps will help you delete the Index.dat file that might remain on your PC. It removes the files impeding the file download.
3. Change Internet Explorer security settings
Tweaking Internet Explorer Security settings will resolve security features blocking the browser from initiating the file download. Check what to do ifInternet Explorer keeps crashingon your computer.
4. Tweak the Registry Editor
The above steps will change the Internet Settings registry value and fix the keys affecting Internet Explorer file downloads.
5. Enable file download in Internet Explorer
Microsoft disables the file downloads option by default in some Internet Explorer versions for security policy purposes. So, this procedure will allow file downloads and resolve the issues.
Lastly, you can check our article ondownloading 32-bit & 64-bit Internet Explorerfor your Windows PC.
To conclude the article, we have a comprehensive guide you can go through about how to fixInternet Explorer automatically opening Edge.
If you have further questions or suggestions, kindly drop them in the comments section.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills and learning more about the tech world.
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.
