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How do I get rid of all of these red X"s that come up on web pages and forums?

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Most red X icons on web pages are simple image placeholders: the browser tried to load an image or embedded object and failed. was on that track; 's remark about close buttons refers to a different UI element, and 's note about updating media components can help only when the missing content is an embedded plugin (Flash/QuickTime), not normal inline images.

Quick diagnostic steps:

  • Right‑click a red X and open Properties or View Image — copy the image URL and paste it into the address bar. A 404 or 403 response means the file or server is the problem. If the URL opens for others but not for you, the problem is local.
  • Try the same page in another browser or on another PC. If images show elsewhere, the issue is your browser or local filters.
  • Temporarily disable any web‑filtering antivirus/firewall or proxy to see if they are blocking remote content.

Common fixes to try:

  • In Internet Explorer: Tools -> Internet Options -> Advanced -> Multimedia -> make sure "Show pictures" is checked.
  • Clear the cache: Tools -> Internet Options -> General -> Temporary Internet Files -> Delete Files.
  • Check Tools -> Internet Options -> Connections -> LAN Settings for an unwanted proxy.
  • Disable third‑party browser extensions/add‑ons to rule out a broken plug‑in.

When the problem is server side you’ll see missing images only on certain sites; that means broken links or hotlink protection and must be fixed by the site owner. If the red X replaces embedded content (Flash/Java), update or reenable the appropriate plugin. If none of the above helps and images are missing everywhere, reset or reinstall the browser or try an alternate browser to isolate Windows/IE corruption.

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Member Avatar for hexstar

If you mean the ones that close the windows you can't without a kiosk or some other special security application that keeps users from closing the application

Member Avatar for Lurch

If you mean the ones that close the windows you can't without a kiosk or some other special security application that keeps users from closing the application

I think Scott was referring to the red boxes as picture placeholders that show up. I have the same problem.

Member Avatar for NiTeHaWk4787

wouldnt you therefore have to update your internet media readers...

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