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JayT1185
Copper Contributor
Dec 25, 2025

Edge browser crashes after file download / open

Hello, 

I am using Edge browser  Version 142.0.3595.80 (Official build) (64-bit),  on Linux.
When  downloading a file , and trying to open the downloaded file from wihin browser, it causes  edge browser instances to close. I have been using  other browsers  to get around the problem.
Is this a known problem, and  are there a solution to this problem?

 

Thanks,

Jay

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7 Replies

  • JayT1185's avatar
    JayT1185
    Copper Contributor
    Dec 29, 2025

    Hi Kelly,

     

    I tried downloading the beta software you suggested, but the version specified does not seem to be available in for Linux in the beta channel.

    Thanks,

     

    Jay

    • Kelly_Y's avatar
      Kelly_Y
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      Dec 29, 2025

      Hi Jay - Any version larger than 144.0.3719.18 should have the fix.  So you can try Beta 144.0.3719.35.  

       

       

      • JayT1185's avatar
        JayT1185
        Copper Contributor
        Dec 29, 2025

        Hi Kelly,

        Thanks for the suggestion. I tried installing the stable version (140.0.3485.54) on Ubuntu 25.04 again, but it wouldn't launch.

        I’ve reinstalled version 143.0.3650.96 and will continue using that alongside my other browsers for now.

        Regards,

        Jay

  • JayT1185's avatar
    JayT1185
    Copper Contributor
    Dec 29, 2025

    Hi Steve,

    I was originally using Wayland, but I had to switch to X11 to resolve the issue with being unable to share my screen in Slack.

    For now, I’m able to download a file as long as I don’t click or interrupt the download process (no “Save As,” etc.).

    Next, I’m going to try the Beta version 144.0.3719.18 and see if it behaves any better.

    Thanks,

    Jay T.

  • Kelly_Y's avatar
    Kelly_Y
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    Dec 29, 2025

    Hi JayT1185​ - 

    There was an issue when uploading files, which has been fixed in Beta Version 144.0.3719.18.   You might be experiencing a different issue, since your issue is occurring when downloading.  

    Here is a link to the Release Notes: Microsoft Edge release notes for Beta Channel | Microsoft Learn

    But one thing to try is updating and seeing if the issue is still reproducing.  If the browser is still crashing after updating, can you also please submit diagnostic data through the browser? ("..." menu > Help and feedback > Send feedback).  Thanks! 

    -Kelly

    • JayT1185's avatar
      JayT1185
      Copper Contributor
      Dec 29, 2025

      Hi Kelly,
      I tried recording and collecting the dignostic, while  downloading the file. However the diagnostic window crashes along with the Edge and all windows close and crash (including diagnostics)

      Thanks,

      Jay 

  • StevePOI's avatar
    StevePOI
    Brass Contributor
    Dec 28, 2025

    Hello Jay!

    I have the error (Fedora 42, Edge 143 but started on 142, on Wayland+GNOME) that if I choose "Save" (in the standard destination) or "Open" it works as desired, but when I choose "Save in..." and the file explorer should come up Edge crashes completly. Already posted it here but the moderators never published my entry....

    Are you also using Wayland?

     

    With kind regards,

    Steve

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