Flash Player cannot be installed - you can do that
If the Adobe Flash Player cannot be installed, this is usually due to minor problems. We show you how to properly install the Flash Player and thus play videos in your browser again.
Flash Player is not installed - that's how it works
- Version: First download the latest version of the Flash Player. Outdated versions can lead to complications.
- Installation: Open the downloaded ZIP file and select the correct installation file depending on the browser you want. Drag this onto your desktop with the mouse.
- Administrator: Right-click on the EXE file and select the "Run as administrator" option. Now the installation of the Flash Player should succeed.
Flash Player cannot be installed - this can help
- Restart: Turn your computer off and on again. Small errors in the buffer are thus eliminated.
- Uninstall: The Flash Player Uninstaller removes a faulty installation from your computer. Start the tool and then try to install the Flash Player again.
- Google Chrome: The free browser Google Chrome has already integrated the Flash Player. If you cannot solve the problem, use this browser if necessary.
Uninstall Flash Player - these reasons speak for it
We show you in our video whether you really need the Flash Player and what reasons there are for uninstalling it.
In the next practical tip, we will show you how to play YouTube videos without Flash Player.