Troubleshooting UWP Applications: Microsoft Edge
UWP (Universal Windows Platform) applications have become an integral part of the Windows ecosystem. Microsoft Edge, the default web browser on Windows 10, is also a UWP application. However, users might encounter various issues while using these applications. In this article, we'll discuss some common problems related to UWP applications, focusing on Microsoft Edge.
Microsoft Edge Not Responding
If Microsoft Edge freezes or becomes unresponsive, try the following steps:
- Press
Ctrl + Shift + Escto open the Task Manager. - Find Microsoft Edge in the list, right-click it, and select
End task. - Restart Microsoft Edge.
If the problem persists, try the following:
- Reset Microsoft Edge settings:
Settings > Apps > Microsoft Edge > Advanced options > Reset. - Repair Microsoft Edge:
Settings > Apps > Microsoft Edge > Advanced options > Repair. - Reinstall Microsoft Edge:
Settings > Apps > Microsoft Edge > Uninstall > Get from Microsoft Store.
Microsoft Edge Crashes
If Microsoft Edge crashes frequently, try the following steps:
- Update Microsoft Edge:
Settings > Apps > Microsoft Edge > Advanced options > Check for updates. - Update Windows:
Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Check for updates. - Disable extensions:
Settings > Apps > Microsoft Edge > Advanced options > Extensions > Turn off. - Reset Microsoft Edge settings.
- Reinstall Microsoft Edge.
Microsoft Edge Performance Issues
If Microsoft Edge is slow or consumes excessive resources, try the following steps:
- Disable unnecessary extensions.
- Clear the cache and cookies:
Settings > Privacy > Clear cookies and saved website data. - Reset Microsoft Edge settings.
- Update Microsoft Edge and Windows.
Microsoft Edge Compatibility Issues
If Microsoft Edge doesn't support a particular website or feature, try the following steps:
- Update Microsoft Edge.
- Try using Microsoft Edge in compatibility mode:
Settings > Advanced options > Compatibility mode. - Use a different web browser.
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