How to Repair MSINFO32.CNT (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/25/2024
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Help Contents files such as MSINFO32.CNT utilize the CNT file extension. This file is considered a System (Help Contents) file, and was first created by Microsoft for the Office 95 software package.

The first version of MSINFO32.CNT was released for the Windows XP Operating System on 08/24/1995 inside Office 95. This is not only most recent release from Microsoft, but it's the only version known in existence.

In this article, you will find detailed MSINFO32.CNT information, a CNT file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: MSINFO32.CNT
File Extension: CNT file extension
File Type: System
Description: Help Contents
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Office 95
Developer: Microsoft
Software: Office
Software Version: 95
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 2441
Oldest File Date: 05/10/2017
Latest File Date: 05/10/2017


What are MSINFO32.CNT Error Messages?


General MSINFO32.CNT Runtime Errors

MSINFO32.CNT file errors often occur during the startup phase of Office, but can also occur while the program is running. These types CNT errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Office is running. Here are some of the most common MSINFO32.CNT runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\MSInfo\MSINFO32.CNT

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


Most CNT errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your MSINFO32.CNT file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Office), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, MSINFO32.CNT file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Office, system crash while loading or saving MSINFO32.CNT, 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.



How to Fix MSINFO32.CNT 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 MSINFO32.CNT 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):

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

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the MSINFO32.CNT error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Office (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Office software.

You can uninstall Office software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for Office 95 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Office software.

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

Office 95

Microsoft Corporation

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 MSINFO32.CNT error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

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

If Windows Update failed to resolve the MSINFO32.CNT error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your MSINFO32.CNT 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 MSINFO32.CNT file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free MSINFO32.CNT files for every applicable version of Office. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download MSINFO32.CNT Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Office folder location:
    Windows XP: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\MSInfo\
  4. 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 MSINFO32.CNT 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.



Download MSINFO32.CNT Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying MSINFO32.CNT to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Office CNT 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 MSINFO32.CNT and all other CNT files for Office. An incorrectly installed CNT file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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