How to Fix Issues with StarShape1.dds (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/29/2023
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StarShape1.dds is considered a type of DirectDraw Surface file. It is most-commonly used in PerformanceTest 9.0 build 1002 developed by PassMark Software. It uses the DDS file extension and is considered a Raster Image (DirectDraw Surface) file.

StarShape1.dds was initially released with PerformanceTest 9.0 build 1002 on 10/11/2016 for the Windows 10 Operating System. This file release marks the latest and most updated version from PassMark Software.

Please continue reading to find your correct StarShape1.dds file version download (free), detailed file information, and DDS file troubleshooting instructions.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: StarShape1.dds
File Extension: DDS file extension
File Type: Raster Image
Description: DirectDraw Surface
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: PerformanceTest 9.0 build 1002
Developer: PassMark Software
Software: PerformanceTest
Software Version: 9.0 build 1002
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 5616
Oldest File Date: 12/13/2019
Latest File Date: 12/13/2019


What are StarShape1.dds Error Messages?


General StarShape1.dds Runtime Errors

StarShape1.dds file errors often occur during the startup phase of PerformanceTest, but can also occur while the program is running. These types DDS errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while PerformanceTest is running. Here are some of the most common StarShape1.dds runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files\PerformanceTest\Media\Skybox\StarShape1.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 StarShape1.dds file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with PerformanceTest), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, StarShape1.dds file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading PerformanceTest, system crash while loading or saving StarShape1.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.



How to Fix StarShape1.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 StarShape1.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):

  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 StarShape1.dds error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall PerformanceTest 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 PerformanceTest 9.0 build 1002 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

PerformanceTest 9.0 build 1002

PassMark Software

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 StarShape1.dds 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 StarShape1.dds 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 StarShape1.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 StarShape1.dds file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free StarShape1.dds files for every applicable version of PerformanceTest. 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 StarShape1.dds Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate PerformanceTest folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\PerformanceTest\Media\Skybox\
  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 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve StarShape1.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.



Download StarShape1.dds Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying StarShape1.dds to your appropriate Windows system directory. PassMark Software typically does not release PerformanceTest 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 StarShape1.dds and all other DDS files for PerformanceTest. An incorrectly installed DDS file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


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DDS Files Related to StarShape1.dds

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SF_Destroyer-G4-Specul... DirectDraw Surface PerformanceTest 9.0 build 1002 699192 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
SF_Gunship-X3-Gloss.dds DirectDraw Surface PerformanceTest 9.0 build 1002 43832 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
SF_Gunship-X3-Diffuse_... DirectDraw Surface PerformanceTest 9.0 build 1002 43832 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...
SF_ScoutShip-X5-Glow.dds DirectDraw Surface PerformanceTest 9.0 build 1002 174904 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows...

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diagerr.xml Extensible Markup Language PerformanceTest 9.0 build 1002 44109 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\


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