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How To Reinstall An Older Version Of Internet Explorer

Microsoft launches new versions of the Internet Explorer browser time to time to compete with other browsers with advanced features. The latest versions will be having many added features, but sometimes you may not feel at home while using the new browser. So if you find yourself in this situation, you can always reinstall the older version of the browser in your system. Below we discuss simple steps from the Microsoft tech support team to reinstall an older version in your system.

Instructions

  • To install an older version of the Internet Explorer web browser, you will need to have another web browser like Firefox or Chrome installed in your system; so install one if you do not have one already installed in your PC.
  • To launch the Control Panel window, click on the Start button located at the left bottom corner of the desktop and from the Start menu options, click on the Control Panel option.
  • Now, from the Control Panel window, click on the Add or Remove Programs icon, this will open a small window showing all the programs installed in your system.
  • Scroll down the list of programs, find the current version of the Internet Explorer installed on the system and then click on it to select it.
  • Now click on the Uninstall/Remove button on the top bar to remove the program from your PC and click on the Yes button to confirm the removal.
  • Close the Add or Remove Programs window.
  • Launch the other web browser you downloaded by double clicking on its desktop icon or by clicking on the quick launch icon.
  • To find the older versions of the browser, go to the Brothersoft site or to some other site, which lists out the old versions of the Internet Explorer.
  • Now browse the website to select the version of the Internet Explorer you want to install and the click on the concerned link to download the browser.
  • When asked whether you want to save the file or run the file, click on the Save and Run option; follow the instructions of the installation wizard to complete the installation.
  • After completing the installation, restart your system.

If you are not able to install an older version of the Internet Explorer in your system, contact the Microsoft tech support team to find the cause and solution for your problem.
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