How to Update, Download, and Fix ARIAL.FOT

Last Updated: 11/25/2024
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ARIAL.FOT is considered a type of Font Resource file. It is most-commonly used in Office 95 developed by Microsoft. It uses the FOT file extension and is considered a Win16 EXE (Font Resource) file.

ARIAL.FOT was first released in the Windows XP Operating System on 08/24/1995 with Office 95. This file marks the latest update from Microsoft, according to our records.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: ARIAL.FOT
File Extension: FOT file extension
File Type: Font
Description: Font Resource
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Office 95
Developer: Microsoft
Software: Office
Software Version: 95
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 1409
Oldest File Date: 05/10/2017
Latest File Date: 05/10/2017


What are ARIAL.FOT Error Messages?


General ARIAL.FOT Runtime Errors

ARIAL.FOT file errors often occur during the startup phase of Office, but can also occur while the program is running. These types FOT errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Office is running. Here are some of the most common ARIAL.FOT runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\WINDOWS\system\ARIAL.FOT

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most FOT errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your ARIAL.FOT file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Office), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, ARIAL.FOT file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Office, system crash while loading or saving ARIAL.FOT, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix ARIAL.FOT 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 ARIAL.FOT 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 ARIAL.FOT error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Office 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 Office 95 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Office 95

Microsoft Corporation

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 ARIAL.FOT 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 ARIAL.FOT 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 ARIAL.FOT 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 ARIAL.FOT file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ARIAL.FOT files for every applicable version of Office. 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 ARIAL.FOT Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Office folder location:
    Windows XP: C:\WINDOWS\system\
  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 XP.


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


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

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