Microsoft Windows SCR Mystify.scr

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Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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Mystify.scr is considered a type of Mystify Screen Saver file. It is most-commonly used in Microsoft® Windows® Operating System developed by Microsoft. It uses the SCR file extension and is considered a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file.

Mystify.scr was initially released with Windows Vista on 11/08/2006 for the Windows Vista Operating System. On 07/29/2015, version 10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800) was released for Windows 10. Mystify.scr is found in Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 8.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, SCR file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of Mystify.scr.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	Mystify.scr
File Extension:	SCR file extension
Description:	Mystify Screen Saver
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:	0x13f80
Code Size:	80896

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File Info	Description
File Size:	133 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:19:25+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:	2026:05:30 20:09:41+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	80896
Initialized Data Size:	66048
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x13f80
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:	Mystify Screen Saver
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	Mystify
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	Mystify
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are Mystify.scr Error Messages?

Mystify.scr Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Windows errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these SCR errors are triggered when Mystify.scr 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 SCR error you will encounter using Windows.

In most cases, Mystify.scr runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these Mystify.scr 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 Mystify.scr errors include:

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

System Error

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

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing Mystify.scr 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 Mystify.scr 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 Mystify.scr 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 Mystify.scr 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 Mystify.scr 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 Mystify.scr 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 Mystify.scr file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free Mystify.scr 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 Mystify.scr 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 Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\
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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 Mystify.scr 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 Mystify.scr Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying Mystify.scr to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Windows SCR 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 Mystify.scr and all other SCR files for Windows. An incorrectly installed SCR 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

Mystify.scr

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:	136192
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	8c2efc4e81c00332991daac9964c422c
SHA1 Checksum:	1b613804343a6c3a2e743dddc498b954ccca422b
SHA256 Checksum:	790f321464ed0c07b9abe090388fa525bfd063fafebcbda62e0864202b0c3fd9
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	66048
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 Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

Mystify.scr

6.0.6000.16386

6.0.6000.16386 (vista_rtm.061101-2205)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.0.6000.16386
File Version:	6.0.6000.16386 (vista_rtm.061101-2205)
File Size:	242688
File Date:	11/02/2006
MD5 Checksum:	fae70f7ceb0c80724a419ae291868e0b
SHA1 Checksum:	51d4ccf24f2afc6b628bde88489af252e9d67a7f
SHA256 Checksum:	363f3fad4064559173cb1f179ee29b82ade7482f361c928ac720a326a7a47a42
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	94720
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/02/2006

Mystify.scr

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	221184
MD5 Checksum:	39ba737ebf8e7da1cd019fe95333fd70
SHA1 Checksum:	033c4b320a9c1d2044f83fc74d1f0071bb31c261
SHA256 Checksum:	51e3c92246e85f2fa6c6a15b7653c281e059f0cea4fbf82e868e6f3c21455645
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
There is no information available.

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

Mystify.scr

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:	121344
File Date:	11/21/2014
MD5 Checksum:	de093ec640126c31444f24cdbb8827c8
SHA1 Checksum:	ef04a64cc4c6b094687f48c6206f360e448fce3c
SHA256 Checksum:	6d887944390384ace56cb103ddbbfbf09c62e8038425b4a3a9879e66d550409b
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.3
Initialized Data Size:	63488
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

Mystify.scr

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:	217088
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	3a27d98aac206f4c1fbe3263a31b9605
SHA1 Checksum:	cb43d40d2b6c355475041af6ff44fa9fd0b41046
SHA256 Checksum:	29d38e43dda3c021d0f2eda5edcfdbc574a5d759e571e5c2e20a0cbac9af229f
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	103424
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

Mystify.scr

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
File Size:	221184
MD5 Checksum:	d15880276d208af03521b8f922c1f3b5
SHA1 Checksum:	54b023af47c4f8a91bcf8009230a70d5a35205ad
SHA256 Checksum:	9f87aa87bf799c5f92b87bb57fdb99f426cf0425c658e36673fdfba3a148e9ca
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
There is no information available.

Mystify.scr

6.1.7601.17514

6.1.7601.17514 (win7sp1_rtm.101119-1850)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.1.7601.17514
File Version:	6.1.7601.17514 (win7sp1_rtm.101119-1850)
File Size:	242688
File Date:	11/21/2010
MD5 Checksum:	17e6b6b2ada2630e01eae9f9ac7a1d63
SHA1 Checksum:	d8a47c47bee40fdfe47a6ba94211f94b27770973
SHA256 Checksum:	0fa5d37d8e80d836bab9f0693fb98b53441364c3b9284d8c2f56bfdaa5b2bcd7
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	94720
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	11/21/2010

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