FIX: Microsoft Edge not working in Windows 10

by Ivan Jenic

Troubleshooting Expert

August 6, 2020

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Microsoft Edge is just one of many new features of Windows 10, and just like it’s the case with other notable features, users are satisfied with it.

But some users reported that Microsoft Edge won’t even work on their computer so we prepared a couple of workarounds, in order to help anyone who faces this problem.

But first, here’s the list of all the potential Edge problems you can resolve with the solutions we presented:

• Microsoft Edge won’t open
• Microsoft Edge crashes
• Microsoft Edge runs slow
• Microsoft Edge not working after update
• Microsoft Edge keeps freezing 
• Microsoft Edge crashes after opening a tab

What can I do if Microsoft Edge stops working in Windows 10?

1. Use a different browser
2. Switch to Private Network
3. Enable DNS Client
4. Register app packages 
5. Run the App Troubleshooter
6. Run the SFC scan
7. Run DISM
8. Clear the cache and data
9. Turn off the firewall
10. Change your Antivirus
11. Install the latest updates
12. Uninstall the latest updates
13. Change the security permissions

1. Use a different browser

Continuously having problems with your browser is enough reason to consider switching to a new one. Not only it’s frustrating to have to stop whatever you are doing in order to fix your browser not working, but it’s also time-consuming.

There are plenty of good options out there and after we analyzed them all, we think Opera has all the features and elements that will make any user happy.

Speed-wise, Opera is excellent and your browsing speed is also enhanced due to the built-in adblocker. Thanks to this you will no longer be bothered by unwanted ads and your pages will load 90% faster.

Workspace, tab manager, free VPN, integrated social media in the taskbar, video pop-out integrated messenger are just a few of the new features that Opera brings. The primary goal being efficiency and great user experience.

All the features combined reduces to almost zero all browsing errors and speed issues. It’s a browser designed to make your life easier and your workflow even more organized.

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2. Switch to Private Network

1. Open the Start Menu.
2. Go to the Settings app.
3. Go to Network & Internet, and then to Ethernet.
4. Click on your connection icon, under Ethernet.
5. Change Find devices and content to On.
6. Restart your computer.

Note: This option sets your internet connection to Private, therefore Microsoft Edge won’t recognize any threats to your privacy, and you’ll probably be able to connect to the internet via Windows 10 default browser again.

If you’re having trouble opening the Setting app, take a look at this article to solve the issue.

3. Enable DNS Client

1. Go to Search, type services.msc and open Services.
2. Find DNS Client and check it’s Status.
3. Right-click on the DNS Client service and choose Start.
4. Restart your computer.

4. Register app packages 

1. Right-click on the Start Menu button.
2. Open Command Prompt.
3. Type PowerShell in the command line and hit Enter.
4. In Administrator: PowerShell window type in the following command and press Enter:
   • Get-AppXPackage | Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)AppXManifest.xml"}
5. Restart your computer.

PowerShell stops working? Take a look at this article and learn how to fix it like a real technician.

5. Run the App Troubleshooter

1. Go to Settings.
2. Head over to Updates & Security.
3. Select Troubleshoot. 
4. Select Windows Store Apps, and go to Run the Troubleshooter. 
5. Restart your computer.

6. Run the SFC scan

1. Go to Search, type cmd, right-click Command Prompt.
2. Select Open as Administrator.
3. Type sfc/scannow, and press Enter.
4. Wait for the process to finish.
5. Restart your computer.

FAQ: Learn more about Microsoft Edge

• How do you reset Microsoft Edge?

To reset Edge, you will have to choose the Reset option from the Settings app menu.

• How do I fix Microsoft Edge browser?

To fix Microsoft Edge, run SFC and DISM scans from Command Prompt. If that doesn’t help, reset or reinstall Microsoft Edge.

• Can you uninstall and reinstall Microsoft Edge?

Yes, it’s possible to reinstall Microsoft Edge, but since Edge is a built-in application, you’ll need to reinstall it by running a specific command from PowerShell.

• How do I disable Microsoft Edge?

To disable Microsoft Edge, go to C:\Windows\SystemApps, locate the Microsoft Edge folder and rename it. If you want to enable it, rename the folder back to its original name.

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