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Opera Keeps Opening New Windows? How to Stop it [Fix]
Your extensions are likely responsible for this issue
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Updated onJune 28, 2024
updated onJune 28, 2024
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Many users reported that Opera keeps opening new windows on their PCs, and that severely impacts their browsing experience. Luckily, there are ways to fix that.
Faulty search settings, malware, or an outdated version of Opera could be the cause. Regardless, here’s the fix:
How do I stop Opera from opening new windows automatically?
1.Check the Opera browser’s settings
2. Check the extensions
Users reported thatFind website used fontsandYouTube Enhancerare responsible for this problem, but other extensions can cause it too.
3. Reset Opera
If the problem appears only on specific websites, perhaps you need toblock ads in Operato prevent that. For GX users, we also have a guide on how toenable adblocker on Opera GX.
Lastly, don’t forget to check the system with your antivirus since this issue and others such asDownload failed, virus detectedmessage can be caused by malware.
What solution worked for you? Let us know in the comments!
More about the topics:Browser errors,Opera issues
Vladimir Popescu
Being an artist his entire life while also playing handball at a professional level, Vladimir has also developed a passion for all things computer-related.
With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.
When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.
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