How to Reset Internet Explorer 7
Internet Explorer is one of the most popular web browsers, but it is not without flaws. Several problems can occur while using Internet Explorer, and these problems can disrupt your ability to use the web browser and access the Internet. Fortunately, you can fix any problems you may have by resetting Internet Explorer to its default settings. You can either have Microsoft reset IE and fix the problems automatically, or you can manually reset IE yourself.
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Instructions
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Resetting Internet Explorer 7 Automatically
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Go to the Microsoft Automated Troubleshooting Services page and click "Run Now."
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Click "Run" when asked to either run or save the file. Wait for the file to download, then click "Run" once again.
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Follow the instructions on the Automated Troubleshooting Services wizard, then select "Detect problems and apply the fixes for me." The wizard will then find and fix the problems for you.
Resetting Internet Explorer 7 Manually
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Start Internet Explorer, then click "Tools" and select "Internet Options."
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Click on the "Advanced" tab in the Internet Options window, then click "Reset..." to reset Internet Explorer 7 to its default settings.
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Review the list of things that will happen when you reset Internet Explorer. If you accept these changes, click "Reset."
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Tips & Warnings
Resetting Internet Explorer manually will delete your temporary Internet files, history, passwords, web form information and cookies. Resetting IE automatically will fix your problems without deleting any information.
