Troubleshooting Scrnsave.scr: How To Guide (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/30/2024
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scrnsave.scr uses the SCR file extension, which is more specifically known as a Blank Screen Saver file. It is classified as a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file, created for Microsoft® Windows® Operating System by Microsoft.

scrnsave.scr was first released for Windows Vista Operating System on 11/08/2006 with Windows Vista. The most recent release for Windows 10 launched on 07/29/2015 [version 10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800) release]. scrnsave.scr is included in Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 8.

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

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	scrnsave.scr
File Extension:	SCR file extension
Description:	Blank 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:	0x54e0
Code Size:	19968

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File Info	Description
File Size:	28 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:19:23+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:	1994:08:19 17:27:05+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	19968
Initialized Data Size:	9728
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x54e0
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:	Blank Screen Saver
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	scrnsave
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	scrnsave
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are scrnsave.scr Error Messages?

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

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

System Error

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

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing scrnsave.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 scrnsave.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 scrnsave.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 scrnsave.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 scrnsave.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 scrnsave.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 scrnsave.scr file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free scrnsave.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 scrnsave.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 XP: C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\
Windows XP: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
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Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\
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 scrnsave.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 scrnsave.scr Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying scrnsave.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 scrnsave.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

scrnsave.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:	29184
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	2eee816f462c2cb8146751d6af1e1874
SHA1 Checksum:	b872ea5f934fe50fef986975c3f3e7d4e763b280
SHA256 Checksum:	ff5dcc954dcdf71b79614f129500ae3f8a4fe7f33beab69ae824c2e285e8f02f
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	9728
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 XP

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

scrnsave.scr

5.1.2600.5512

5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-2105)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows XP
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	5.1.2600.5512
File Version:	5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-2105)
File Size:	9216
File Date:	04/14/2008
MD5 Checksum:	7ba27a296ee84861bfe97b96874ccaa6
SHA1 Checksum:	edfa6c33d2fea79a04bd8a2b663c042cf0cf9d51
SHA256 Checksum:	2d5095fb3151c4a5beaa6e9d3bdbd2f1be7ef076d2212b960102c97204ad9110
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\ C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	5.1
Initialized Data Size:	4096
Linker Version:	7.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	04/14/2008

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

scrnsave.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:	11264
File Date:	11/02/2006
MD5 Checksum:	76e48baafd58e57808bb84824b2c6499
SHA1 Checksum:	ea9b06ab667c137b029bb8daabf3fd95e252f50d
SHA256 Checksum:	98727fbb8db523e9e81768de59d3c6066ebbe1fb3cb3fb125274a25763e12e3a
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	6144
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

scrnsave.scr

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	10240
MD5 Checksum:	0b883a187017547784420e0a855604d9
SHA1 Checksum:	868047c8b7dde8959dce9931c10e18b5a6ae2927
SHA256 Checksum:	b738381833529c05fdc2c4a0fb1efedd4ebf7de0c2f146aefb85dce80b85c5e1
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

scrnsave.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:	10240
File Date:	11/21/2014
MD5 Checksum:	b94e06084e025d188ab044a3f1d80f70
SHA1 Checksum:	8cad56844bcd9f7646fe14356e514740cd9b45b5
SHA256 Checksum:	c086be15892c669451af8a65861269ae624d4f1c4710128bbb5b92250b68962a
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.3
Initialized Data Size:	6144
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

scrnsave.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:	10752
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	e25b1572627338cd7942f7c19c7453e7
SHA1 Checksum:	749762a69187b92907a39706fe152871858ac12f
SHA256 Checksum:	57ea86320b3a28288821283dbfdbe2934659684dbad6461269ddad2090ab9afd
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	7168
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

scrnsave.scr

6.1.7600.16385

6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.1.7600.16385
File Version:	6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255)
File Size:	11264
File Date:	07/14/2009
MD5 Checksum:	c93ea66ddc7c9bbc1d8d96505644bb6a
SHA1 Checksum:	f386c320c0b3c1a134eefc59dbb9d18790e0fc95
SHA256 Checksum:	b8f61d962c6c746c5c4300f33a273e598cba70f7345af48d08b92ab0d3b97496
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	6144
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	07/14/2009

scrnsave.scr

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
File Size:	10240
MD5 Checksum:	b83f08ce1bdd80c69e7bdaffc4c070c9
SHA1 Checksum:	6c5b910446bd22f95f244252ca174087635e3092
SHA256 Checksum:	461020a3e1fe46bc5c85c1120e1c9eaa7803f642c9f5635321df16666dd05690
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

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

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