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"Error! Can't initialize plug-ins directory"

ShakaZulu replied
ShakaZulu

I have windows 10 installed on my work laptop. I have downloaded firefox quantum installation files. When I proceed to install, I get "Error! Can't initialize plug-ins directory" I have already check permissions of my TEMP folder. I have FULL permission

I have windows 10 installed on my work laptop. I have downloaded firefox quantum installation files. When I proceed to install, I get "Error! Can't initialize plug-ins directory" I have already check permissions of my TEMP folder. I have FULL permission

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Reboot then try using this installer if you were not before :

I follow instructions. Rebooted. Downloaded installer from link provided. I am getting the same error message

Hi, this was for something else but follow the Directions step by step and check if is the same issue and cure for you.

I have gone through this solution. I does not work for me. As I mentioned earlier, I already have FULL Permission for my TEMP directory. Cheers