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How to Make Unresponsive Hyperlinks Work In Outlook

Assign a different default web browser

By Heinz Tschabitscher Heinz Tschabitscher Writer University of Vienna A former freelance contributor who has reviewed hundreds of email programs and services since 1997. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on June 24, 2022 Reviewed by Lisa Mildon Reviewed by Lisa Mildon Southern New Hampshire University Lisa Mildon is a Lifewire writer and an IT professional with 30 years of experience. Her writing has appeared in Geekisphere and other publications. lifewire's editorial guidelines Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email MS Office Outlook Word Excel Powerpoint

What to Know

Windows 10: Select Start. Type default app and select Default App Settings. Go to the current web browser and select a different one.Windows 8: Press Windows key. Choose Settings > Change PC Settings. Select Search and apps > Default > Web Browser.Windows 7: Select Start > Control Panel > Programs > Default Programs > Set Your Default Programs. Choose a web browser. This article explains how to assign a different default web browser on your Windows computer to address problems with unresponsive hyperlinks in Outlook. It also includes information on checking for updates to Outlook and installing them. Instructions in this article apply to Outlook 2019, Outlook 2016, Outlook 2013, and Outlook 2010 on Windows 10, Windows 8, and Windows 7.

Fix Outlook When Links Don' t Work in Email in Windows 10

When you cannot open a hyperlink in Outlook, it is usually not the email client's fault. Rather, it is typically a result of the association that links hyperlinks to your browser becoming broken or distorted in some way. Assigning a different default web browser in Windows 10 could resolve this issue. Select the Start button. Begin typing default app and select Default App Settings when it appears in the search results. The Default Apps window will open. Select the browser currently listed under Web Browser. Choose a different browser, such as Microsoft Edge or Firefox, depending on what you have installed. You can select Look for an app in the Store to find and download another web browser if you wish. Close the Default Apps window and try to open a hyperlink in Outlook.

Fix Outlook When Links Don' t Work in Email in Windows 8

Assigning a different default web browser in Windows 8 could resolve this issue. Press the Windows key + C to open your Charms. Select the Settings charm and choose Change PC Settings. The PC Settings window will open. Select Search and apps, then choose Defaults in the left pane. Select Web Browser and choose the browser you want to use.

Fix Outlook When Links Don' t Work in Email in Windows 7

Assigning a different default web browser in Windows 7 could resolve this issue. Select Start and choose Control Panel. Select Programs. Select Default Programs. Select Set Your Default Programs. Choose the web browser you want to use and then select OK.

Update Outlook

If you are still unable to open hyperlinks in Microsoft Outlook, check for any available updates in Outlook. Start Outlook. Select the File tab. Select Office Account. Select Update Options. Click Update Now. Outlook will check for and install any available updates, which could resolve your issue. If Outlook is still unable to open hyperlinks, use the built-in repair utility to fix it. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Fix Outlook Search When It's Not Working How to Access Archived Emails in Outlook How to Make IE11 the Default Browser in Windows What To Do When Microsoft Outlook Won't Open How to Fix It When Outlook Spell Check Is Not Working How to Insert a Link Into an Email With Outlook How to Set up Parental Controls in Windows 10 How to Change the Default Browser in Thunderbird How to Make a Screenshot in Windows and Mail It How to Hyperlink in Word Documents How to Synchronize Account Data With Windows 8 and 8.1 Outlook Not Sending Emails How to Change the Default Browser in Windows How Do I Start Windows in Safe Mode? How to Remove Paragraph Symbols in Outlook How to Use the Charms Bar in Windows 8 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies