How to Uninstall Add Ons in Internet Explorer

Internet Explorer comes loaded with important add-ons, applications that add new features or options to the browser. These add-ons can help you access Windows Live quickly or allow your virus protection software to scan pages. When you visit a website requiring a specific add-on, Internet Explorer gives you the option to download it. Some of these add-ons can negatively affect the browser, causing it to run slowly. If this occurs, try uninstalling the item from Internet Explorer's add-on manager.

Instructions

1. Load Internet Explorer.

2. Click "Tools" from the "Command Bar" on the right to view a drop-down list.

3. Click "Manage Add-ons." The add-on manager opens.

4. Browse the installed add-ons in the pane on the right side of the "Manage Add-ons" window. Select an option from the left pane to change the type of add-on appearing in the right pane.

5. Right-click an add-on. Options appear.

6. Click "Remove" or "Disable" from the menu.

7. Click "Yes" to uninstall or disable the add-on.

Tips & Warnings

• Vital system components, such as anti-virus add-ons, do not have the "Remove" option.

References

• Microsoft Windows: How to Manage Add-ons in Internet Explorer 9
• Microsoft Windows: Getting Started with Internet Explorer 9

Resources

• Microsoft Windows: Internet Explorer Help & How-to
• Microsoft Social: Microsoft Forums