This problem occurs if the Temporary Internet Files are full.
1. Start Internet Explorer
2. On the Tools menu, click Internet Options.
3. Click the General tab.
4. Under Temporary Internet files, click Delete Files.
5. When you are prompted to delete all temporary Internet files, click OK.
Delete the Internet Explorer Temporary Internet Files:
http://www.mvps.org/winhelp2002/delcache.htm
If this does not help, see:
Internet Explorer Does Not Save Graphics Files in the Proper Format
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=260650
Internet Explorer Saves Images As Bitmaps (.bmp Files)
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=810978
For XP, type the command in Start/Run dialog. Regsvr32 /i shimgvw.dll
--
Ramesh, Microsoft MVP
Window XP Shell/User
http://www.mvps.org/sramesh2k
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- j. oliver
