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Inspect Element Not Working on Discord? How to Fix it
Get back the functionality in minutes
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Updated onMarch 28, 2024
updated onMarch 28, 2024
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Discord is a popularinstant messaging applicationoffering VoIP (Voice of Internet Protocol) and is used by millions worldwide. It’s a go-to choice for many, but issues with Discord are not uncommon. And now, some report that Inspect Element in Discord is not working.
While this isn’t as big a problem for many, others who like more control over the application and messages are having a tough time. It allowed users to view display pictures or modify the page layout. But you can still get Inspect Element back. Keep reading to find out how!
How do I get back Inspect Element in Discord?
1. Use the web version of the app
If Discord’s inspect element is not working, you can always head to a browser and use its built-in tool for the job. Remember that the changes won’t be saved and will vanish as soon as you refresh the page. The browser method can be used as a temporary measure.
2. Modify the settings.json file file
When Discord’s Inspect Element is not working, you could employ a quick workaround shared by the team to edit thesettings.jsonfile in aReddit comment.
But while modifying the file, make sure you follow the steps as they are and do not make any changes other than the one listed here.
3. Download Discord PTB or Discord Canary
As stated earlier, the Inspect Element functionality has been disabled only in the stable version and continues to work in both Discord PTB and Discord Canary.
Remember, the two are relatively unstable versions and receive updates before these are pushed to regular users, which may sometimes introduce instability. But if you have made up your mind, head to the official download page, get the setup and install the desired one.
That’s it! If the Inspect Element functionality was not working in Discord, it should now go with the solutions presented earlier.
Keep in mind that the app developers have confirmed that they are removing the Inspect Element functionality in Discord for a very simple reason. It compromised accounts and proved a significant security threat if an untoward change was made.
So, the decision was made with the user’s security and privacy in mind. But if you are an avid tech enthusiast and understand the implications of the changes, all hope is not lost!
The good news is that the Inspect Element feature has been disabled only on the stable version of Discord. So, it remains on the alpha or beta testing versions, namely Discord Canary and Discord PTB.
Also, before you leave, find out how toreduce Discord’s resource consumptionandintegrate ChatGPT with Discord.
To learn more about inspect element feature, check our guide on how tomake Inspect Element changes permanent.
For any queries or to share which solution worked for you, drop a comment below.
Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim is specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
