The Status_Access_Violation error is a common issue that Microsoft Edge users may encounter. This error can occur due to a variety of reasons, such as outdated system drivers, corrupted system files, or faulty hardware. If you are experiencing this error, don’t worry, because in this article, we will guide you through the steps to fix the

Status_Access_Violation error in Microsoft Edge.

Method 1: Update Device Drivers

One of the most common reasons for the Status_Access_Violation error is outdated or faulty device drivers. Hence, the first step you should take is to update your drivers. Follow the steps given below:

Step 1: Press the Windows key + X and select Device Manager from the menu.

Step 2: Expand the relevant category of your device, right-click on the driver you want to update, and select Update

Driver Software.

Step 3: Select the automatically search for updated driver software option.

Step 4: Windows will search for updates and install any available updates automatically.

Method 2: Run System File Checker

System File Checker is a built-in tool that allows you to scan and repair the corrupted system files. Here’s how you can run System File Checker:

Step 1: Press Windows key + X and select Command Prompt (Admin) from the menu.

Step 2: Type “sfc /scannow” (without quotes) and press Enter.

Step 3: Wait for the scan to complete. If any corrupted files are found, Windows will replace them automatically.

Method 3: Disable Hardware Acceleration

Hardware acceleration is a feature that allows graphics processing to be offloaded from the CPU to the graphics card. However, sometimes, it may cause the Status_Access_Violation error. You can disable this feature by following the below steps:

Step 1: Open Microsoft Edge, and click on the three dots (Settings menu) in the top right corner.

Step 2: Select Settings from the drop-down menu.

Step 3: Scroll down and click on System.

Step 4: Turn off the Use hardware acceleration when available switch.

Method 4: Disable add-ons and extensions

If you have installed any third-party extensions or add-ons in Microsoft Edge, they could be the cause of your problem. You can disable them by following the steps given below:

Step 1: Open Microsoft Edge, and click on the three dots menu in the top right corner.

Step 2: Select Extensions from the drop-down menu.

Step 3: Disable all extensions and restart Microsoft Edge.

Method 5: Reset Microsoft Edge

If none of the above methods works, try resetting Microsoft Edge. This will clear the cache, cookies, and any other temporary data. Follow the steps below:

Step 1: Open Microsoft Edge, and click on the three dots menu in the top right corner.

Step 2: Select Settings from the drop-down menu.

Step 3: Scroll down and click on Reset settings.

Step 4: Click on Restore settings to their default values.