Windows 10 uninstalled adobe flash player. I doubt ya'll will be able to help me but here goes.

Question

So okay I was having an issue with a web page. So I uninstalled flash player thinking I could just reinstall it. But they tell me I can't because it comes as a packaged and is already installed but pages that need it don't work. I've used the test button on there page. It shows that it's working but you know, it's not. Windows ten in wonky! If you have any idea please let me know!

_maria_ · Answer

<moved to Installing Flash Player forums as this isn't a beta issue)

Hi,

Since Microsoft embeds Flash Player in IE/Edge browser, they lock the files to (attempt to) prevent users from easily uninstalling/removing Flash Player because, as you have found out, a standalone installer does not exist for Flash Player for IE/Edge browsers. The following may be assist you in restoring Flash Player for IE/Edge (from least destructive, to most destructive):

Run sfc /scannow - https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/929833
Use http://www.windowscentral.com/how-use-dism-command-line-utility-repair-windows-10-image to fix issues.
Refresh Windows 10s: Recovery options in Windows 10 - Windows Help See Reset Your PC > Keep my files

Before performing any of these you should back-up all important files and programs.

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Maria

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