Software Not Opening? 5 Quick Things to Try Before Calling Support

Created by Trevor S, Modified on Fri, 16 May at 4:02 PM by Trevor S

Before raising a ticket, try these simple steps to resolve the issue yourself. These fixes often resolve problems with Microsoft 365 apps, Adobe products, Zoom, Sage, and other common software.


1. Restart Your Device

It sounds obvious, but a full reboot clears stuck processes and temporary memory issues. Always restart before doing anything else.


2. Check for Updates

If the software hasn’t been updated recently, it may not launch properly.

  • Open the app (if it partially loads) and go to Help > Check for Updates or similar

  • If the app doesn’t open at all, try checking for system updates instead:
    Windows: Settings > Windows Update
    macOS: System Settings > General > Software Update


3. End the Task in Task Manager

Sometimes the software is running in the background but hasn’t closed properly.

  • Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager

  • Find the software under the Processes tab

  • Select it and click End Task

  • Try launching the software again


4. Run as Administrator

Some apps need elevated permissions to start correctly.

  • Right-click the software shortcut

  • Select Run as administrator

  • Approve the prompt and see if it opens normally


5. Reboot and Retry

If you’ve tried all the above and it still doesn’t open, perform another reboot and retry the app before contacting support.


If none of the above resolves the issue, we’re here to help.

Ticket Portal: https://support.fusionit.uk
Email: support@fusionit.uk
Phone: 01244 835080


Disclaimer:
This article is intended as a general guide. While we aim to ensure accuracy, Fusion IT cannot be held responsible for any issues, data loss, or damage resulting from the use or misapplication of these instructions. If in doubt, please contact our support team before making changes.

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