Fix, Download, and Update PDFReaderSetup.exe

Last Updated: 11/27/2024
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PDFReaderSetup.exe uses the EXE file extension, which is more specifically known as a PDF Reader for Windows 8 Setup file. It is classified as a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file, created for PDF Reader for Windows by PDFLogic.

The initial introduction of PDFReaderSetup.exe released in PDF Reader for Windows 7 1.2.2.2566 was for Windows 10 on 05/23/2017. On 01/14/2017, version PDF Reader for Windo was released for PDF Reader for Windows 8 1.1.0.1926.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: PDFReaderSetup.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: PDF Reader for Windows 8 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 Developer: PDFLogic Corporation
Software Program: PDF Reader for Windows
Legal Copyright: Copyright © 2005-2017 PDFLogic Corporation
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: Neutral
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x9c40
Code Size: 37888


What are PDFReaderSetup.exe Error Messages?


PDFReaderSetup.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are PDF Reader for Windows 8 errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when PDFReaderSetup.exe is attempted to be loaded either when PDF Reader for Windows 8 is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using PDF Reader for Windows 8.

In most cases, PDFReaderSetup.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these PDFReaderSetup.exe error messages mean that PDF Reader for Windows 8 was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, PDF Reader for Windows 8 will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common PDFReaderSetup.exe errors include:

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


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



How to Fix PDFReaderSetup.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 PDFReaderSetup.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):

  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 PDFReaderSetup.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed PDF Reader for Windows 8 (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling PDF Reader for Windows 8 software.

You can uninstall PDF Reader for Windows 8 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 PDF Reader for Windows 8 1.1.0.1926 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall PDF Reader for Windows 8 software.

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

PDF Reader for Windows 8 1.1.0.1926

PDFLogic

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 PDFReaderSetup.exe 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 PDFReaderSetup.exe 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 PDFReaderSetup.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 PDFReaderSetup.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free PDFReaderSetup.exe files for every applicable version of PDF Reader for Windows 8. 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 PDFReaderSetup.exe Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate PDF Reader for Windows 8 folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\
  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 PDFReaderSetup.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.



Download PDFReaderSetup.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying PDFReaderSetup.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. PDFLogic typically does not release PDF Reader for Windows 8 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 PDFReaderSetup.exe and all other EXE files for PDF Reader for Windows 8. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
OneDriveSetup.exe Microsoft OneDrive (32 bit) Setup Microsoft OneDrive (19.192.0926.0012) 35086184 C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
GatherOsState.exe Gather Downlevel OS Activation State Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.18362.1) 1469696 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsof...
OneDriveStandaloneUpda... Standalone Updater Microsoft OneDrive (19.192.0926.0012) 2712936 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\
unins000.exe Setup/Uninstall PDF Reader for Windows 8 1.1.0.1926 715038 C:\Program Files (x86)\Java\jdk1.5.0_22\demo\ma...
DiagTrackRunner.exe Microsoft Windows Diagnostics Tracking Runner Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.10586.0) 88256 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsof...

Other Files Related to PDFReaderSetup.exe

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
Sessions.xml Extensible Markup Language PDF Reader for Windows 8 1.1.0.1926 5815561 C:\Windows\servicing\Sessions\
Sessions.back.xml Extensible Markup Language PDF Reader for Windows 8 1.1.0.1926 5815561 C:\Windows\servicing\Sessions\
CBS.log Log PDF Reader for Windows 7 1.2.2.2566 890858 C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
setuperr.log Log PDF Reader for Windows 8 1.1.0.1926 5179 C:\Windows\Panther\NewOs\Panther\
setupact.log Log PDF Reader for Windows 7 1.2.2.2566 23402 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\


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