How to Download, Fix, and Update Handnwse.ani

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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The development of Windows XP by Microsoft prompted the latest creation of handnwse.ani. It is also known as a Windows Animated Cursor file (file extension ANI), which is classified as a type of RIFF (Windows Animated Cursor) file.

The first release of handnwse.ani for the Windows Vista platform was on 11/08/2006 for Windows Vista. On 10/25/2001, version XP was released for Windows XP.

In this article, you will find detailed handnwse.ani information, a ANI file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	handnwse.ani
File Extension:	ANI file extension
Title:	Hand (NW-SE)
File Type:	System
Description:	Windows Animated Cursor
MIME Type:	application/unknown
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Windows XP
Developer:	Microsoft
Software:	Windows
Software Version:	XP

File Details
File Size (Bytes):	1700
Oldest File Date:	11/02/2006
Latest File Date:	04/14/2008

View Other handnwse.ani Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	1700 bytes
File Modification Date/Time:	2008:04:14 12:00:00+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:07:15+00:00
File Type:	RIFF
MIME Type:	application/unknown
Title:	Hand (NW-SE)

^✻ Portions of file data provided by Exiftool (Phil Harvey) distributed under the Perl Artistic License.

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What are handnwse.ani Error Messages?

General handnwse.ani Runtime Errors

handnwse.ani file errors often occur during the startup phase of Windows, but can also occur while the program is running. These types ANI errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Windows is running. Here are some of the most common handnwse.ani runtime errors:

handnwse.ani could not be found.
handnwse.ani error.
handnwse.ani failed to load.
Error loading handnwse.ani.
Failed to register handnwse.ani / Cannot register handnwse.ani.
Runtime Error - handnwse.ani.
The file handnwse.ani is missing or corrupt.

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Windows\Cursors\handnwse.ani

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.

Most ANI errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your handnwse.ani file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Windows), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, handnwse.ani file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Windows, system crash while loading or saving handnwse.ani, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

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How to Fix handnwse.ani Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your handnwse.ani issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the handnwse.ani error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing handnwse.ani file.

System File Checker is a utility included with every Windows version that allows you scan and restore corrupted system files. Use the SFC tool to fix missing or corrupt handnwse.ani files (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "cmd" but DO NOT PRESS "ENTER".
Press and hold "CTRL-Shift" on your keyboard while pressing "ENTER".
You'll be prompted with a permission dialog box.
In the box, click "YES".
You should have a black screen with a blinking cursor.
In that black screen, type "sfc /scannow" and hit "ENTER".
SFC will begin scanning for handnwse.ani issues and any other system file problems.
Follow any on-screen commands to complete the process.

Please be aware that this scan might take a while, so please be patient while it is working.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

sfc /scannow

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many handnwse.ani error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the handnwse.ani error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your handnwse.ani File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate handnwse.ani file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free handnwse.ani files for every applicable version of Windows. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download handnwse.ani Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy the file into the appropriate directory for your Windows version:

Windows XP: C:\Windows\Cursors\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\Cursors\

Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows XP.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve handnwse.ani problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download handnwse.ani Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying handnwse.ani to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Windows ANI files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing handnwse.ani and all other ANI files for Windows. An incorrectly installed ANI file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows XP

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

handnwse.ani

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows XP
File Size:	1700
File Date:	04/14/2008
MD5 Checksum:	857041aed5407c1d940af8d831f00905
SHA1 Checksum:	8c9739ee478c50ed6ee8bfccc672570275ec465d
SHA256 Checksum:	16c04110bcb53f0392f41a3fb39c125a5a7d96909a26606126b79cac12a30681
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\Cursors\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	RIFF
File Modification Date/Time:	04/14/2008

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

handnwse.ani

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	1700
File Date:	04/14/2008
MD5 Checksum:	857041aed5407c1d940af8d831f00905
SHA1 Checksum:	8c9739ee478c50ed6ee8bfccc672570275ec465d
SHA256 Checksum:	16c04110bcb53f0392f41a3fb39c125a5a7d96909a26606126b79cac12a30681
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\Cursors\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	RIFF
File Modification Date/Time:	04/14/2008

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