Unable to Move Internet Explorer Toolbars (283241)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6 for Windows 98
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6 for Windows 98 Second Edition
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6 for Windows Millennium Edition
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6 for Windows NT 4.0
  • Microsoft Internet Explorer version 6 for Windows 2000

This article was previously published under Q283241

SYMPTOMS

You may be unable to rearrange or move the toolbars in Internet Explorer 6.0.

CAUSE

This behavior occurs because the toolbars are locked by default.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue:
  1. Start Internet Explorer 6.0.
  2. Right-click any toolbar.
  3. Click to clear the Lock the Toolbars check box.
  4. Move the toolbar to the desired location.

STATUS

This behavior is by design.

Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:1/16/2006
Keywords:kbprb kbui KB283241