Microsoft Edge Browser

Question

I have the microsoft edge browser installed but it is not opening and is not even available in the settings app, so what should I do now?

Answer 1

Edge is an integral part of Windows, it would be very unusual if it is not listed in the Settings App.

Open the Settings App, then go to Apps - Installed Apps.

Scroll down to find apps beginning with the name Microsoft, do you find Microsoft Edge listed, if so, select it and choose to repair Edge.

If you are unable to find Edge listed, then download the Edge installer from this link to re-install Edge on top of the existing installation.

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/download?form=MA13FJ

Answer 2

Try the following steps in order on Windows 11:

1. Restart the PC
   A running process may be blocking Edge. Restart the computer and try opening Microsoft Edge again.
2. Check that Edge is supported and up to date
   Make sure Windows 11 is fully updated: go to Start > Settings > Windows Update > Check for updates and install any available updates. Then, if Edge opens at all, go to Settings and more (⋯) > Settings > About Microsoft Edge to apply any browser updates.
3. Scan for malware
   Run a full malware scan using Windows Security (see the "Run a scan manually" section of Stay protected with Windows Security) to ensure nothing on the device is preventing Edge from starting.
4. Verify third‑party security software
   If third‑party antivirus or security software (for example, Norton or McAfee) is installed, open that app and check for security updates, or visit the vendor’s website to update it. Out‑of‑date security software can block or interfere with Edge.
5. Repair Microsoft Edge
   If Edge is installed but not working correctly, use the built‑in repair option:
   1. Close Microsoft Edge for all users on the device.
   2. Go to Start > Settings > Apps > Installed apps.
   3. Find Microsoft Edge in the list and select Modify.
      • If Modify is not available, Edge may be managed by an organization; contact the system administrator.
   4. When prompted with Do you want to allow this app to make changes to your device?, select Yes.
   5. Ensure the device is connected to the internet, then select Repair. This should not affect browser data and settings.
6. Reinstall Edge if it is missing from Settings
   If Microsoft Edge does not appear at all under Installed apps, download the latest Microsoft Edge installer from the official Microsoft Edge download page and run it to reinstall Edge on top of the existing (or missing) installation.

If Edge still will not open after these steps, repeat the malware scan, confirm all Windows updates are installed, and attempt the Edge reinstall again.

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References:

• What to do if Microsoft Edge isn't working
• Troubleshooting tips for downloading, installing, and updating Microsoft Edge
• Microsoft Edge will not start. - Microsoft Q&A