Microsoft Windows EXE pcwrun.exe

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Last Updated: 11/26/2024
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EXE files such as pcwrun.exe are categorized as Win32 EXE (Executable application) files. As a Program Compatibility Troubleshooter Invoker file, it was created for use in Microsoft® Windows® Operating System by Microsoft.

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

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

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	pcwrun.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	Program Compatibility Troubleshooter Invoker
Object File Type:	Executable application
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:	0x2160
Code Size:	6144

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File Info	Description
File Size:	13 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:18:42+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:	2087:08:07 19:43:39+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	6144
Initialized Data Size:	6656
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x2160
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:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	Program Compatibility Troubleshooter Invoker
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	pcwrun.exe
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	pcwrun.exe
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are pcwrun.exe Error Messages?

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

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

System Error

The program can’t start because pcwrun.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 pcwrun.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting pcwrun.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 pcwrun.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 pcwrun.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 pcwrun.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 pcwrun.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing pcwrun.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 pcwrun.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 pcwrun.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 pcwrun.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 pcwrun.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 pcwrun.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 pcwrun.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free pcwrun.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 pcwrun.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\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 pcwrun.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 pcwrun.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying pcwrun.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 pcwrun.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

pcwrun.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:	13312
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	46fb8e954496b6dd689dde4357f472a8
SHA1 Checksum:	cba8238d7bbde1eba5980490f3a53e59c75373d4
SHA256 Checksum:	a4a347a2a8bf1a9be3e41c546c9aa49a6d53ded182a551ede1cb35bcfcc21b63
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	6656
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

pcwrun.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:	13312
File Date:	11/21/2014
MD5 Checksum:	e6b12d082b5805a478e6a9f2122b9c73
SHA1 Checksum:	ba044528888aa53fdcee515d4c475cbb682ace55
SHA256 Checksum:	30943fe713cb48ef4de7204941d2d7258903ffd2a78fc9e0757d7877e731f522
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.3
Initialized Data Size:	6656
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

pcwrun.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:	12800
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	f23ea644428a28084b83e23e9c75ab24
SHA1 Checksum:	56bd0e1247bbd82f457f4a4c36f75951b5401a94
SHA256 Checksum:	b7b4ad5bd0fdcff5fdd8f80abfd87101731aac181d08454f1a0c90840a0d0e08
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	7168
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

pcwrun.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:	13824
File Date:	07/14/2009
MD5 Checksum:	1e92953db04433d7196b66640344222d
SHA1 Checksum:	78a6cedd2c8ef082f65f594982b054dffe0d00c8
SHA256 Checksum:	bd490a73e854d744fe952231da7762d3d653f8f5a85b2324e78507d732e0688a
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	6144
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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