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Topic: Microsoft Edge Status_Access_Violation | Status: Updated
What is this error?
Error 0x80070005 in Microsoft Edge, also known as Status_Access_Violation, typically indicates that the browser is trying to access a file or resource that it does not have permission to access. This can be caused by various factors, including incorrect user permissions, conflicting software, or corrupted files.
How to Fix It
Follow the steps below to resolve the error 0x80070005 in Microsoft Edge.
- Check User Permissions: Ensure that your user account has the necessary permissions to access the folders where Microsoft Edge is installed. Right-click the Edge shortcut, select "Properties", and check the permissions in the "Security" tab.
- Run Microsoft Edge as Administrator: Right-click on the Microsoft Edge icon and select "Run as administrator". This may help bypass any permission issues temporarily.
- Disable Conflicting Software: Some security software or extensions may conflict with Edge. Temporarily disable any antivirus software or browser extensions and check if the error persists.
- Reset Microsoft Edge: Open Edge, go to "Settings", scroll down to "Reset settings", and select "Restore settings to their default values". This will revert all changes and might fix the error.
- Update Microsoft Edge: Navigate to "Settings" > "About Microsoft Edge". Ensure that you have the latest version installed, as Microsoft regularly releases updates to address bugs and issues.
- Repair or Reinstall Microsoft Edge: If the error continues, consider repairing Edge through "Apps & features" in the Windows settings, or uninstall and reinstall the browser to restore it to default settings.
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