An HTML object that is embedded in Word or WordPad will not open if Internet Explorer is already open (840638)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1

SYMPTOMS

When you double-click an HTML document that is embedded in Microsoft Word or WordPad, the HTML document may not open in a Microsoft Internet Explorer browser window as expected if another instance of Internet Explorer is already open.

WORKAROUND

To work around this problem, use one of the following methods:
  • Close all instance of Internet Explorer that are currently open before you open the HTML document in Word or WordPad.
  • Do not embed an HTML object in the Word file. Instead, use a hyperlink.

STATUS

Microsoft has confirmed that this is a problem in the Microsoft products that are listed in the "Applies to" section.
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:4/22/2004
Keywords:kbinterop kbprb KB840638 kbAudEndUser kbAudITPRO
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