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Microsoft Edge Keeps Crashing: 4 Easy Ways to Stop That
Resolve the issue with expert solutions
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Updated onMarch 12, 2024
updated onMarch 12, 2024
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Microsoft introduced Edge instead of Internet Explorer, which was pretty well accepted. But even this browser could crash from time to time. Thus, in today’s article, we’ll address what to do if Microsoft Edge crashes out of nowhere.Both in theWindows Insider Programand after the upgrade to the full version of Windows 10, some users have reported that when they start Microsoft Edge, they’re unable to do anything.
On the other hand, users are satisfied with thenew features that Edge offersand that it’s much faster than its predecessor. Follow along as we have prepared a list of solutions for you to implement and fix the Microsoft Edge crashes in Windows 11 errors.
This being said, let’s jump into the list of solutions in which you can address the Microsoft Edge crashes and get back to watching your favorite content on the Internet.
How can I fix Microsoft Edge crashes?
1. Using PowerShell
Quick Tip:
If your Internet connection and PC performance are checked, consider surfing the web with another browser. Edge may be corrupted or outdated, so we suggest you try Opera One instead.
Opera One
2. Disable your extensions
Sometimes, your browser extensions may cause Edge to crash. To quickly identify the culprit, you need to disable all the browser add-ons and extensions.
Then, re-enable them one by one. Finally, once you’ve identified the culprit, you must permanently delete it from your computer.
3. Clear your browser’s cache
A cookie is a small text file created by a web browser at a website’s request and kept on your computer’s hard drive. These files contain information such as the contents of a shopping cart or authentication information.On the other hand, a cache is a piece of software that stores data from a website (such as text or photos) so that the web page loads faster the next time you access it.
Whiledeleting your cache and cookiesis beneficial for freeing up space on your hard drive and boosting PC speed, doing it manually every time might get tedious. Furthermore, we do not recommend doing it daily.
Aprofessional utility like CCleanerthat scans automatically for unnecessarily stored data can search your computer for caches and erase them all at once, so you don’t have to do it separately for each browser.
CCleaner allows you to define which browsers and places on the computer you want to eliminate cache using just a couple of clicks. Thanks to its friendly user interface, you won’t find it difficult to follow the steps provided for automatic cleanup.
4. Reset Microsoft Edge
Why does Microsoft Edge keep crashing?
The Microsoft Edge browser crashes regularly due to various elements. On top of this list are the following:
Microsoft Edge can crash for several reasons, including:
Users have reported multiple scenarios in which Edge crashed, some of which are the following:
Sometimes the simplest way to fix any software is simply to reset it to factory settings. When you reset your app choices, any deactivated apps, notification restrictions, default apps, background data limits, and permissions restrictions will be removed from your phone’s memory.For further information and helpful solutions, check out our post onwhat to do if Microsoft Edge won’t openin Windows 10/11.
Alternatively, look athow to fix various Microsoft Edge problemsin Windows 11 and get the browser back up and running.
If your browser crashes, it’s essential to know how to restore your data, and we have a unique guide that will help yourestore the previous session in Edge, so don’t miss it.
Please share your thoughts with us in the comment section below. Thanks for reading!
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan Jenic
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
