How to Download PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf and Fix Error Messages

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf is considered a type of Private file. It is most-commonly used in Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11 developed by Microsoft. It uses the PF file extension and is considered a Archive (Private) file.

PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf was first developed on 11/22/2004 for the Windows 10 Operating System in Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11. According to our records, this is the primary and most recent file release from Microsoft.

Please see below for more detailed information, PF file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf
File Extension: PF file extension
File Type: Archive
Description: Private
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11
Developer: Microsoft
Software: Photo Story 3 for Windows
Software Version: 3.0.1115.11
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 14231
Oldest File Date: 11/07/2019
Latest File Date: 11/07/2019


What are PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf Error Messages?


General PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf Runtime Errors

PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf file errors often occur during the startup phase of Photo Story 3 for Windows, but can also occur while the program is running. These types PF errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Photo Story 3 for Windows is running. Here are some of the most common PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Windows\Prefetch\PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf

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


Most PF errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Photo Story 3 for Windows), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Photo Story 3 for Windows, system crash while loading or saving PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf, 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 PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf 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 PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf 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 PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Photo Story 3 for Windows (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Photo Story 3 for Windows software.

You can uninstall Photo Story 3 for Windows 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 Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Photo Story 3 for Windows software.

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

Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11

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 PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf 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 PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf 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 PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf 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 PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf files for every applicable version of Photo Story 3 for Windows. 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 PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Photo Story 3 for Windows folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\Prefetch\
  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 PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf 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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CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Photo Story 3 for Windows PF 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 PHOTOSTORY3.EXE-E8852F4A.pf and all other PF files for Photo Story 3 for Windows. An incorrectly installed PF file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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