Find (Ctrl + F) option not working in IE

Issue – The CTRL + F option or Edit, Find option may not display the Find box as shown below

Cause - This issue happens due to some incorrect DLL files.

Resolution – To resolve the issue, you should re-register oleacc.dll file. Follow the steps mentioned below:

Click Start

Click All Programs, Accessories

Right-click Command Prompt and select “Run as Administrator” as shown below:

At the command prompt, type the following:

regsvr32 oleacc.dll

This will resolve the issue.

NOTE: Ensure that you have closed all the Internet Explorer windows, while performing this task.

Open IE now and select Find. You will be able to see the Find bar back.

3 Responses to "Find (Ctrl + F) option not working in IE"

  1. Matt says:

    Hi,

    Thanks for the information. This solution has resolved my issue with IE8.

    Thanks,
    Matt

  2. LG says:

    BINGO!! Thank You, whoever YOU are… may your camel never leave you stranded in the desert… whatever that means… God Bless.

  3. red says:

    it works!!!

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