Troubleshoot DisplaySwitch.exe Issues (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/24/2023
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The development of Microsoft® Windows® Operating System by Microsoft prompted the latest creation of DisplaySwitch.exe. It is also known as a Display Switch file (file extension EXE), which is classified as a type of Win32 EXE (Dynamic link library) file.

DisplaySwitch.exe was first developed on 07/22/2009 in the Windows 7 Operating System for Windows 7. The latest file version for Windows 10 is v10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800) released on 07/29/2015. DisplaySwitch.exe is included in Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 8 versions.

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

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	DisplaySwitch.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	Display Switch
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Operating System:	Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Microsoft Corporation
Software Program:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x24da0
Code Size:	150528

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File Info	Description
File Size:	1873 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:19:25+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:07:54+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Warning:	Possibly corrupt Version resource
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2095:12:24 01:17:51+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	150528
Initialized Data Size:	1742848
Uninitialized Data Size:	512
Entry Point:	0x24da0
OS Version:	10.0
Image Version:	10.0
Subsystem Version:	10.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	10.0.15063.0
Product Version Number:	10.0.15063.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	Display Switch
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	DisplaySwitch
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	DisplaySwitch.exe
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are DisplaySwitch.exe Error Messages?

DisplaySwitch.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Windows errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when DisplaySwitch.exe is attempted to be loaded either when Windows is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Windows.

In most cases, DisplaySwitch.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these DisplaySwitch.exe error messages mean that Windows was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Windows will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common DisplaySwitch.exe errors include:

DisplaySwitch.exe - Bad Image.
DisplaySwitch.exe Application Error.
DisplaySwitch.exe could not be found.
DisplaySwitch.exe could not be installed.
DisplaySwitch.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
DisplaySwitch.exe could not be started.
DisplaySwitch.exe failed to initialize properly.
DisplaySwitch.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
DisplaySwitch.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
DisplaySwitch.exe is not running.
Cannot find DisplaySwitch.exe.
Error starting program: DisplaySwitch.exe.
Faulting Application Path: DisplaySwitch.exe.
The file DisplaySwitch.exe is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - DisplaySwitch.exe.

System Error

The program can’t start because DisplaySwitch.exe is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

Finding the source of the DisplaySwitch.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting DisplaySwitch.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Microsoft® Windows® Operating System. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Microsoft Corporation, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of DisplaySwitch.exe errors can occur if it has been accidentally moved, deleted, or corrupted by a 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 DisplaySwitch.exe 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 DisplaySwitch.exe 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 DisplaySwitch.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing DisplaySwitch.exe 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 DisplaySwitch.exe 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 DisplaySwitch.exe 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 DisplaySwitch.exe 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 DisplaySwitch.exe 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 DisplaySwitch.exe 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 DisplaySwitch.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free DisplaySwitch.exe 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 DisplaySwitch.exe 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 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\

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 DisplaySwitch.exe 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 DisplaySwitch.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

Windows 10

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

DisplaySwitch.exe

10.0.15063.0

10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	10.0.15063.0
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
File Size:	1917792
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	e2c81c1dae691a15aa95d591824515a3
SHA1 Checksum:	19670e643346c7e6e72eae0801311434ed34396c
SHA256 Checksum:	0f09d030254c12069df3d8b180a8dd43276d6a79ba4397c3ff55550386020d35
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	1742848
Linker Version:	14.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	10.0
File Modification Date/Time:	03/18/2017

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

DisplaySwitch.exe

6.3.9600.17415

6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8.1
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.3.9600.17415
File Version:	6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500)
File Size:	1906872
File Date:	11/21/2014
MD5 Checksum:	94ccf6030081f088da5068df780755ac
SHA1 Checksum:	10ebdf557889e2902c49ec203fc98c913f3f90e9
SHA256 Checksum:	1d5cba061142691df9d99380139653fae326ff15fd12d8cc1b91ead79194aa9d
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.3
Initialized Data Size:	1740288
Linker Version:	11.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.3
File Modification Date/Time:	11/21/2014

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

DisplaySwitch.exe

6.2.9200.16384

6.2.9200.16384 (win8_rtm.120725-1247)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.2.9200.16384
File Version:	6.2.9200.16384 (win8_rtm.120725-1247)
File Size:	1791176
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	bf6a84192caeab73082b5b9a99844523
SHA1 Checksum:	bda839db1951fe93dcba82b84a0a052351e3ad1c
SHA256 Checksum:	9c01bf52d815123e3aecd9e422c25e561d7846b33bca6f23282d63e72e4f7af5
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	1740800
Linker Version:	10.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.2
File Modification Date/Time:	07/26/2012

Windows 7

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

DisplaySwitch.exe

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
File Size:	522752
MD5 Checksum:	ba4e1a60bd20ca7978c76d79f19e37f0
SHA1 Checksum:	3411f09eb350565b0bfb578e6573ad30e3da0da3
SHA256 Checksum:	d44176d2cb12f7a77e05f9c43459f81a6099312ede8678c43a5b930f99287138
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
There is no information available.

DisplaySwitch.exe

6.1.7600.16385

6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.1.7600.16385
File Version:	6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255)
File Size:	529408
File Date:	07/14/2009
MD5 Checksum:	b795e6138e29a37508285fc31e92bd78
SHA1 Checksum:	d0fe0c38c7c61adbb77e58d48b96cd4bf98ecd4a
SHA256 Checksum:	01a9733871baa8518092bade3fce62dcca14cdf6fc55b98218253580b38d7659
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	490496
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	07/14/2009

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