How to I change the browser that hyperlinks open

Question

How to I change the browser that hyperlinks open? I had it opening in Chrome but after an update my hyperlinks are opening in Edge and I prefer them open in Chrome.

Answer 1

Hello Andrew Zahnow, Good day!Thank you for posting to Microsoft Community. We are happy to help you.As per the description you have shared, we understand that you have a concern with How to change the default browser in Outlook?

when clicking a hyperlink in an Outlook email, the web page automatically opens in your default browser, some users, they prefer to open the web pages in other browsers like Firefox, Google instead of the default browser.

As per the description you have shared, we understand that you have a concern with Outlook open hyperlinks in Edge instead of your default browser Chrome. 

To better understand the issue and provide possible solution, we need more details from you, please kindly provide us the following information. Thanks in advance.

• May I please confirm if you are using Exchange, IMAP or POP email account?
• May I please confirm if default browser is selected under Link handling in Advance option?  if you haven't check it yet, please kindly open your Outlook go to File-->Options-->Advanced-->Scroll to Link handling then choose Default browser-->Ok then close outlook and restart your Outlook and check if there is any difference.

• f you don't have this feature kindly refer to Open file links directly in Office desktop apps - Microsoft Support
• Could you please provide us with the screenshot of your Outlook version details? Kindly go to File-->Office Account

We look forward to your update. Kindly note that the above requested information is required for further analysis and troubleshooting of your situation. Your patience and cooperation are much appreciated.

Thanks for your precious time. Have a nice day. Sincerely,Eben Ezer Tres | Microsoft Community Moderator