Unlocking Visio Files- A Guide to Viewing Visio Documents in Internet Explorer
How to View Visio Files in Internet Explorer
Are you struggling to view Visio files on your Internet Explorer browser? Visio, a powerful diagramming tool from Microsoft, is widely used for creating various types of diagrams, including flowcharts, organization charts, and floor plans. However, by default, Internet Explorer does not support the viewing of Visio files. In this article, we will guide you through the steps to view Visio files in Internet Explorer.
Step 1: Install Visio Viewer
The first step to view Visio files in Internet Explorer is to install the Visio Viewer. Visio Viewer is a free tool provided by Microsoft that allows users to view, print, and share Visio diagrams. To download and install Visio Viewer, follow these steps:
1. Visit the Microsoft Visio Viewer download page: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=9511.
2. Click on the “Download” button to start the download process.
3. Once the download is complete, run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to install Visio Viewer on your computer.
Step 2: Enable Visio Viewer in Internet Explorer
After installing Visio Viewer, you need to enable it in Internet Explorer to view Visio files. To do this, follow these steps:
1. Open Internet Explorer and go to the “Tools” menu.
2. Select “Internet Options” from the dropdown menu.
3. In the “Internet Options” window, click on the “Programs” tab.
4. Under the “Manage add-ons” section, click on “Enable or disable add-ons.”
5. In the “Add-ons” window, go to the “Toolbars and Extensions” category.
6. Find the “Microsoft Visio Viewer” add-on and ensure it is enabled.
7. Click “OK” to close the “Add-ons” window and “OK” again to close the “Internet Options” window.
Step 3: View Visio Files in Internet Explorer
Now that you have installed Visio Viewer and enabled it in Internet Explorer, you can view Visio files. Follow these steps to view a Visio file:
1. Open Internet Explorer and navigate to the web page containing the Visio file.
2. Right-click on the Visio file link and select “Open with.”
3. In the “Open with” dialog box, choose “Microsoft Visio Viewer” from the list of available programs.
4. Click “OK” to open the Visio file in Internet Explorer.
Conclusion
By following these simple steps, you can now view Visio files in Internet Explorer. With the help of Visio Viewer, you can easily access and share Visio diagrams on the web without the need for the full Visio software.
