Why are links in emails automatically opening in Edge, when all other browsers have been uninstalled/deleted. I haven't changed anything so what is going on?

Anonymous
2023-07-04T09:11:11+00:00

Having changed nothing on PC settings, why all of a sudden, are links from Outlook emails automatically opening in Edge.

I have deleted all but Google Chrome (cant seem to delete Edge), which is my default browser so nothing should be opening in any other browser, including Edge.

I do NOT want to use Edge and seems like it is choosing to open without me allowing, which surely is an inappropriate use of Microsofts abilities..

Microsoft Edge | Other | Windows 10

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Anonymous
2023-07-04T10:08:05+00:00

Hi, Emma.

I'm Jen. I'm an independent advisor and would happily help you figure this out.

Are you experiencing this while using your Outlook desktop app? Also, did this happen after an update? It might have been changed to Microsoft Edge instead of your default browser. To change this, go to File > Options > Advanced > File and browser preferences and select your preferred browser.

Feel free to share how it went.

Kind regards.

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  1. Anonymous
    2024-05-24T16:10:48+00:00

    From within Outlook!!! Ok yes this DOES work! Thank you!!

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  3. Anonymous
    2024-04-16T19:22:08+00:00

    This worked for me, but wow, what a disappointment. I have never had issues; and then suddenly my Zoom meetings were opening in Edge. The only problem here is that my laptop freaks out when Edge opens a link, and the screen flashes on and off. Embarrassing to be late to a very important meeting because of this.

    Frustrating that this would change as part of an "update."

    The other issue is that I can't even FIX Edge on my computer because of its inability to be deleted. I can't believe anyone thinks things like this are okay.

    What a piss poor business decision.

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  4. Anonymous
    2024-04-11T17:19:38+00:00

    I was having the same issue when I would attempt to open a link in an email. I tried numerous other "solutions" found online, but this is the only one that actually worked. Thank you!!

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