Freeocr_setup.exe: How to Fix, Download, and Update

Last Updated: 12/08/2023
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FreeOCR Setup files such as freeocr_setup.exe utilize the EXE file extension. This file is considered a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file, and was first created by Paperfile for the FreeOCR software package.

freeocr_setup.exe was initially released with FreeOCR 5.4.1 on 03/04/2015 for the Windows 10 Operating System. This is not only most recent release from Paperfile, but it's the only version known in existence.

Please see below for more detailed information, EXE file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of freeocr_setup.exe.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	freeocr_setup.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	FreeOCR Setup
Object File Type:	Executable application
Comments:	This installation was built with Inno Setup.
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	FreeOCR
Developer:	Paperfile
Software:	FreeOCR
Software Version:	5.4.1

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	Neutral
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x9c40
Code Size:	37888

View Other freeocr_setup.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	11 MB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:12:04 17:04:35+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	1992:06:19 22:22:17+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	2.25
Code Size:	37888
Initialized Data Size:	17920
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x9c40
OS Version:	1.0
Image Version:	6.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	0.0.0.0
Product Version Number:	0.0.0.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	Neutral
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:
File Description:	FreeOCR Setup
File Version:
Legal Copyright:
Product Name:	FreeOCR
Product Version:
Comments:	This installation was built with Inno Setup.

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What are freeocr_setup.exe Error Messages?

freeocr_setup.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common freeocr_setup.exe errors include:

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

System Error

The program can’t start because freeocr_setup.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 freeocr_setup.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting freeocr_setup.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using FreeOCR. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Paperfile, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of freeocr_setup.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 freeocr_setup.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 freeocr_setup.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 freeocr_setup.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall FreeOCR 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 FreeOCR 5.4.1 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

FreeOCR 5.4.1

Paperfile

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\
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 freeocr_setup.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 freeocr_setup.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

FreeOCR 5.4.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

freeocr_setup.exe

FreeOCR 5.4.1 (03/04/2015)

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	FreeOCR
Software Version:	0.0.0.0
File Size:	11322016
File Date:	12/04/2019
MD5 Checksum:	1aafd1178a5a6220d6939e97b2c5cf3a
SHA1 Checksum:	0ec642a53560d1e991c55be1c679cda8c61b7f3f
SHA256 Checksum:	0ca72fb7bb21add5f5a68835b04a84f698e1fde45f79870cb0a99ddb116586a5
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	17920
Linker Version:	2.25
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	12/04/2019

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Files Related to freeocr_setup.exe

EXE Files Related to freeocr_setup.exe

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
freeocr_setup.exe	FreeOCR Setup	FreeOCR 5.4.1	11322016	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.Microsof...
GetHelp.exe	Windows Executable	FreeOCR 5.4.1	18432	C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\...
FreeOCR.exe	FreeOCR	FreeOCR (1.1.0.8)	256000	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.Microsof...
unins000.exe	Setup/Uninstall	FreeOCR 5.4.1	715253	C:\Program Files (x86)\Java\jdk1.5.0_22\demo\ma...
OneDrive.exe	Microsoft OneDrive	Microsoft OneDrive (19.192.0926.0012)	1585000	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\

Other Files Related to freeocr_setup.exe

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
setupact.log	Log	FreeOCR 5.4.1	62521	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
WmiApRpl.ini	Windows Initialization	FreeOCR 5.4.1	29736	C:\Windows\inf\WmiApRpl\0009\
diagerr.xml	Extensible Markup Language	FreeOCR 5.4.1	5718	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
BootCKCL.etl	Microsoft Event Trace Log	FreeOCR 5.4.1	16777216	C:\Windows\System32\wdi\LogFiles\
BootPerformanceDiagnos...	Binary Disk Image	FreeOCR 5.4.1	29392	C:\Windows\System32\wdi\

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