If the cache is corrupt on your browser, it may behave bizarrely and cause Slack not to open links or do open them but with a huge delay. The cache is a primary working component of any browser and plays an important part in storing preferences and some temporary settings of the browser.

The second solution which we will perform is clearing the cache of the browser which opens the links. Also, ensure that you have administrative access on the computer. Try clearing Windows Store Cache and Reinstalling.īefore starting, make sure that you have your Slack credentials at hand as you will be required to log in again. Corrupt Slack Installation files in Windows: If you have installed Slack through Windows store, there are chances that the installation files are corrupt or missing essential components.If this happens, the browser will be unable to open any external links and also showcase bizarre behaviour. Bad cache: Another common cause is the accumulation of bad/corrupt data in your browser’s cache.Here, we can change the variables of Chrome to force it to open in links when they are clicked in Slack.

Chrome settings in Ubuntu: Ubuntu is known for having conflicts with Chrome regarding settings outside the Chrome environment.

This error usually occurs in Ubuntu installations which we will discuss in detail later on.

Bad Installation of Slack: Another important cause why Slack isn’t opening links in your browser is because the installation of the application isn’t done right.This is a known fact and currently, there is no way you can redirect the links to open in the Incognito environment. Incognito not Supported: A vulnerability was detected with the Slack platform where the links did not support being open in Incognito mode.Incorrect default browsers might cause the issue here.

Different Default Browser set: Slack is programmed to open the links which you click in the default browser which is set in your computer.

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