Unable to View .png Images with Internet Explorer 4.0

Last reviewed: October 9, 1997
Article ID: Q174946

The information in this article applies to:

Microsoft Internet Explorer version 4.0 for Windows 95

SYMPTOMS

When you try to open a Portable Network Graphics (.png) file, you may receive an Open With dialog box prompting you to chose a program with which to open the file.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur when there is no file association for .png files on your computer.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, install a program capable of displaying .png graphic files.

MORE INFORMATION

Internet Explorer does not include the functionality to view .png files.

Additional query words: 4.00
Keywords : kbgraphic msiew95
Technology : internet
Version : WINDOWS:4.0
Platform : WINDOWS

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Last reviewed: October 9, 1997
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