Are you finding it frustrating that you can't click on links in your Outlook emails? This common issue can be a real inconvenience, but don't worry, there are some easy solutions you can try to get those links working again.
One reason why you may not be able to click on links in Outlook is due to your default browser settings. Sometimes, if your default browser is not set correctly or if there's a glitch in the settings, it can prevent links from opening when you click on them in Outlook. To fix this, you can simply check and update your default browser settings.
To do this on Windows 10, go to Settings and then select Apps. Scroll down to the Default Apps section and click on Web browser. From there, you can choose your preferred browser or set it to the one you want to use.
Another possible reason for this issue could be related to security settings. Sometimes, security settings on your computer or within Outlook can prevent links from opening properly to protect you from potentially harmful websites. You can adjust these settings to allow links to open by following a few simple steps.
In Outlook, go to File and then Options. Next, click on Trust Center and select Trust Center Settings. Here, you can navigate to the Automatic Download section and make sure that the Don't download pictures automatically in HTML e-mail messages or RSS items option is unchecked. This should help enable the links to be clickable in your emails.
If you're still facing issues with clicking on links in Outlook after trying the above steps, there may be an problem with the way Outlook is handling URLs. You can reset how Outlook handles hyperlinks by running a command in the Command Prompt. Here's how you can do it:
1. Press the Windows key and type "cmd" to open the Command Prompt.
2. In the Command Prompt window, type or paste the following command and press Enter:
`
REG ADD HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareClasses.htm /ve /d htmlfile /f
REG ADD HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareClasses.html /ve /d htmlfile /f
REG ADD HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareClasses.shtml /ve /d htmlfile /f
REG ADD HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareClasses.xht /ve /d htmlfile /f
REG ADD HKEY_CURRENT_USERSoftwareClasses.xhtml /ve /d htmlfile /f`
3. Restart your computer and check if the issue is resolved.
By following these simple steps, you should be able to resolve the problem of not being able to click on links in your Outlook emails. Remember, it's always a good idea to keep your software updated to ensure smooth functioning of your email client and other applications.