Chrome.dds - Download and Fix Errors

Last Updated: 11/27/2024
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DirectDraw Surface files, such as Chrome.dds, are considered a type of Raster Image (DirectDraw Surface) file. They are associated with the DDS file extension, developed by Autodesk, Inc. for AutoCAD 2019.

The first version of Chrome.dds for AutoCAD 2019 was seen on 10/24/2018 in Windows 10. This is not only most recent release from Autodesk, Inc., but it's the only version known in existence.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple DDS file troubleshooting, and list of free Chrome.dds downloads for each available file version.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	Chrome.dds
File Extension:	DDS file extension
File Type:	Raster Image
Description:	DirectDraw Surface
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	AutoCAD 2019
Developer:	Autodesk, Inc.
Software:	AutoCAD
Software Version:	2019

File Details
File Size (Bytes):	98432
Oldest File Date:	03/04/2020
Latest File Date:	03/04/2020

View Other Chrome.dds Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	96 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:03:04 13:09:28+00:00

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

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What are Chrome.dds Error Messages?

General Chrome.dds Runtime Errors

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

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

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Autodesk\WI\Autodesk AutoCAD 2020\x64\acad\PF\Root\IVS\Tex\Chrome.dds

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

Most DDS errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your Chrome.dds file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with AutoCAD), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, Chrome.dds file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading AutoCAD, system crash while loading or saving Chrome.dds, 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 Chrome.dds 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 Chrome.dds 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 Chrome.dds error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

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

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for AutoCAD 2019 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

AutoCAD 2019

Autodesk, Inc.

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 Chrome.dds 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 Chrome.dds 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 Chrome.dds 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 Chrome.dds file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free Chrome.dds files for every applicable version of AutoCAD. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download Chrome.dds Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate AutoCAD folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Autodesk\WI\Autodesk AutoCAD 2020\x64\acad\PF\Root\IVS\Tex\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Autodesk\AutoCAD 2020\Inventor Server\Textures\
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 10.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve Chrome.dds 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 Chrome.dds Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying Chrome.dds to your appropriate Windows system directory. Autodesk, Inc. typically does not release AutoCAD DDS 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 Chrome.dds and all other DDS files for AutoCAD. An incorrectly installed DDS file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

AutoCAD 2019

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

Chrome.dds

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	98432
File Date:	03/04/2020
MD5 Checksum:	c554b43a71fd3785f51f42167362f033
SHA1 Checksum:	3ee40e875ebbb158709282bf987f4c2c1dc8b4af
SHA256 Checksum:	e70a7af9096df07432ed88d8468e685525e1500e898791af95414f34ce31df35
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Autodesk\WI\Autodesk AutoCAD 2020\x64\acad\ ... C:\Program Files\Autodesk\AutoCAD 2020\Invento ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	03/04/2020

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ui_icons_01.dds	DirectDraw Surface	AutoCAD 2019	5243008	C:\Documents and Settings\Bill\Local Settings\T...
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