Web links in Outlook open in Edge instead of Default browser

Modified on Thu, Aug 10, 2023 at 6:00 PM

Microsoft made changes to outlook that causes Microsoft Edge browser to launch when you click a link in an email. To remediate this behavior perform the following:

 

1. In outlook, Click File > Options
 

2. Select "Advanced"



3. Locate "Link handling" or "File and Browser Preference"
 


4. Change "Open hyperlinks from outlook in:" drop down and select "Default Browser".



5. Click ok.


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