Mojang Minecraft LNK Minecraft Launcher.lnk

How to Fix Issues with Minecraft Launcher.lnk (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/29/2023
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Minecraft Launcher.lnk is considered a type of Windows File Shortcut file. It is most-commonly used in Minecraft 1.13.2 developed by Mojang. It uses the LNK file extension and is considered a LNK (Windows File Shortcut) file.

The first version of Minecraft Launcher.lnk for Minecraft 1.13.2 was seen on 01/04/2019 in Windows 10. This file marks the latest update from Mojang, according to our records.

Please continue reading to find your correct Minecraft Launcher.lnk file version download (free), detailed file information, and LNK file troubleshooting instructions.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	Minecraft Launcher.lnk
File Extension:	LNK file extension
Description:	A gateway to everything Minecraft
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Minecraft 1.13.2
Developer:	Mojang
Software:	Minecraft
Software Version:	1.13.2

File Details
File Size (Bytes):	1103
Oldest File Date:	11/04/2019
Latest File Date:	11/04/2019

View Other Minecraft Launcher.lnk Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	1103 bytes
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:11:04 16:15:27+00:00
File Type:	LNK
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Create Date:	2019:10:15 17:36:36+00:00

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What are Minecraft Launcher.lnk Error Messages?

General Minecraft Launcher.lnk Runtime Errors

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

Minecraft Launcher.lnk could not be found.
Minecraft Launcher.lnk error.
Minecraft Launcher.lnk failed to load.
Error loading Minecraft Launcher.lnk.
Failed to register Minecraft Launcher.lnk / Cannot register Minecraft Launcher.lnk.
Runtime Error - Minecraft Launcher.lnk.
The file Minecraft Launcher.lnk is missing or corrupt.

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Users\Public\Desktop\Minecraft Launcher.lnk

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

Most LNK errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your Minecraft Launcher.lnk file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Minecraft), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, Minecraft Launcher.lnk file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Minecraft, system crash while loading or saving Minecraft Launcher.lnk, 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.

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How to Fix Minecraft Launcher.lnk 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 Minecraft Launcher.lnk 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 Minecraft Launcher.lnk error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Minecraft 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 Minecraft 1.13.2 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Minecraft 1.13.2

Mojang

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Users\Public\Desktop\
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 Minecraft Launcher.lnk 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 Minecraft Launcher.lnk Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

Minecraft 1.13.2

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

Minecraft Launcher.lnk

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	1103
File Date:	11/04/2019
MD5 Checksum:	67219a2fff5a64ab6a395486949d50e0
SHA1 Checksum:	d67ab39207639370b7f9fb76fc3e63fdacc45475
SHA256 Checksum:	0b6412dcd27042cb54fe3291b61ec1769fbd397f6805ae44eb4deb8f6cfe5202
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Users\Public\Desktop\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	LNK
File Modification Date/Time:	11/04/2019

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Files Related to Minecraft Launcher.lnk

LNK Files Related to Minecraft Launcher.lnk

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
Minecraft Launcher.lnk	Windows File Shortcut	Minecraft 1.13.2	1103	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.WindowsS...

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