How to Repair Helpandtips.exe (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/30/2023
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helpandtips.exe is considered a type of Windows Executable file. It is most-commonly used in Windows 8.1 developed by Microsoft. It uses the EXE file extension and is considered a Win32 EXE (Windows Executable) file.

helpandtips.exe was initially released with Windows 8.1 on 10/18/2013 for the Windows 8.1 Operating System. According to our records, this is the primary and most recent file release from Microsoft.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple EXE file troubleshooting, and list of free helpandtips.exe downloads for each available file version.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	helpandtips.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
File Type:	Executable Application
Description:	Windows Executable
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Windows 8.1
Developer:	Microsoft
Software:	Windows
Software Version:	8.1

File Details
Entry Point:	0xe11df
Code Size:	990720

View Other helpandtips.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	1428 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2014:11:21 06:37:14+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:04:55+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2014:07:15 20:12:54+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	12.0
Code Size:	990720
Initialized Data Size:	471552
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0xe11df
OS Version:	6.2
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	6.2
Subsystem:	Windows GUI

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What are helpandtips.exe Error Messages?

helpandtips.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 helpandtips.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, helpandtips.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these helpandtips.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 helpandtips.exe errors include:

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

System Error

The program can’t start because helpandtips.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 helpandtips.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting helpandtips.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Windows 8.1. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Microsoft, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of helpandtips.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 helpandtips.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 helpandtips.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 helpandtips.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing helpandtips.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 helpandtips.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 helpandtips.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 helpandtips.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 helpandtips.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 helpandtips.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 helpandtips.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free helpandtips.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 helpandtips.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 8.1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.HelpAndTips_6.3.9654.20559_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\

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 8.1.

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

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying helpandtips.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 helpandtips.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 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

helpandtips.exe

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 8.1
File Size:	1462272
File Date:	11/21/2014
MD5 Checksum:	83a06925ed759a32c35788fcee61358b
SHA1 Checksum:	7c552fb1f3fcb4f6d6d0b0eb5d228d5a9c4901d1
SHA256 Checksum:	4f5618e9d1f8f63fba2ddc5d6c3868e0fecc7ea9e88aef0199996a0535882f69
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.HelpAnd ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	471552
Linker Version:	12.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.2
File Modification Date/Time:	11/21/2014

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