How to Detect Errors in Internet Explorer

Use Script Debugger to detect website errors.

Internet Explorer contains a developer utility that helps you detect and view JavaScript errors presented in the browser. This tool is turned off by default, but you can enable it in the configuration properties for the Web browser. The utility displays the errors and the corresponding JavaScript line number where the error occurs. This is a beneficial tool for identifying issues with websites that do not function properly while browsing.

Instructions

1. Open Internet Explorer and click the "Tools" menu item. Select "Internet Options" from the menu to open your settings window.

2. Click the "Advanced" tab. Remove the check mark in the section labeled "Disable script debugging." This enables the error notification on your website code.

3. Click the "OK" button. In the Internet Explorer navigation text box, enter a website address. If the site contains errors, the script error notification window is displayed.

References

• Microsoft Support: How to Troubleshoot Script Errors in Internet Explorer on Windows-Based Computers