HELP-I cant launch IE8

gnvqsos

I lost the ability to launch IE8 using a shortcut and therefore reinstalled it.I have done a series of removing and reinstalling this beast but now need to turn to your expertise for guidance.There are no short cuts,I cant find IE8 on Start-programs and yet it can be uninstalled using revo.I can live without this browser but other software applications rely on it.Do youm have any ideas?

danthemoneysavingman

you should be able to find the .exe file if it is still installed, its called IEXPLORE.EXE

[Deleted User]

Hi,

did a wee search, is this any help,

The executable for IE8 32-bit is located here:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe

The executable for IE8 64-bit is located here:

C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe

Browse to the proper Program Files folder and create a clearly-marked desktop (or Start menu) shortcut to each particular version of iexplore.exe.

gnvqsos

danthemoneysavingman wrote: »

you should be able to find the .exe file if it is still installed, its called IEXPLORE.EXE

Thanks for your quick and helpful response.Thats another on my Xmas card list.You have answered in seconds what the expert forum cant answer in hours-great stuff!!

gnvqsos

[Deleted User] wrote:

Hi,

did a wee search, is this any help,

The executable for IE8 32-bit is located here:

C:\Program Files (x86)\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe

The executable for IE8 64-bit is located here:

C:\Program Files\Internet Explorer\iexplore.exe

Browse to the proper Program Files folder and create a clearly-marked desktop (or Start menu) shortcut to each particular version of iexplore.exe.

I had already solved the problem so I am not ignoring your advice but thanks anyway-its useful to have several ways of problem-solving
John

gnvqsos

I have launched ie8 but how do I create shortcut for future use?The shortcut option normally is offered during installation of a programme

libra10

Right click the programme icon and drag to the desktop.

[Deleted User]

gnvqsos wrote: »

I have launched ie8 but how do I create shortcut for future use?The shortcut option normally is offered during installation of a programme

Right click on iexplore.exe and then click Create Shortcut. It should offer you the option to place it on your desktop, click yes.

gnvqsos

anewhope wrote: »

Right click on iexplore.exe and then click Create Shortcut. It should offer you the option to place it on your desktop, click yes.

geat advice thanks John

gnvqsos

libra10 wrote: »

Right click the programme icon and drag to the desktop.

If I had known this.......

Many thanks
John