Unable to View .png Images with Internet Explorer 4.0

ID: Q174946

The information in this article applies to:

• Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 4.0, 5 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 
Platform          : WINDOWS

Last Reviewed: March 18, 1999