Microsoft Windows THEME hc2.theme

How to Download and Repair Hc2.theme (3 Step Guide)

Last Updated: 12/05/2023
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Microsoft Windows Desktop Theme files such as hc2.theme utilize the THEME file extension. This file is considered a System (Microsoft Windows Desktop Theme) file, and was first created by Microsoft for the Windows 10 software package.

The first version of hc2.theme was released for the Windows 7 Operating System on 07/22/2009 inside Windows 7. The most recent version [file version 10] was introduced on 07/29/2015 for Windows 10. hc2.theme is found in Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 8.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple THEME file troubleshooting, and list of free hc2.theme downloads for each available file version.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	hc2.theme
File Extension:	THEME file extension
File Type:	System
Description:	Microsoft Windows Desktop Theme
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Windows 10
Developer:	Microsoft
Software:	Windows
Software Version:	10

File Details
File Size (Bytes):	2541
Oldest File Date:	06/10/2009
Latest File Date:	03/18/2017

View Other hc2.theme Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	2.5 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2012:06:02 14:33:06+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:01:45+00:00
Error:	Unknown file type

^✻ Portions of file data provided by Exiftool (Phil Harvey) distributed under the Perl Artistic License.

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What are hc2.theme Error Messages?

General hc2.theme Runtime Errors

hc2.theme file errors often occur during the startup phase of Windows, but can also occur while the program is running. These types THEME errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Windows is running. Here are some of the most common hc2.theme runtime errors:

hc2.theme could not be found.
hc2.theme error.
hc2.theme failed to load.
Error loading hc2.theme.
Failed to register hc2.theme / Cannot register hc2.theme.
Runtime Error - hc2.theme.
The file hc2.theme is missing or corrupt.

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Windows\Resources\Ease of Access Themes\hc2.theme

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

Most THEME errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your hc2.theme file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Windows), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, hc2.theme file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Windows, system crash while loading or saving hc2.theme, 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 hc2.theme 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 hc2.theme 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 hc2.theme error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing hc2.theme 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 hc2.theme 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 hc2.theme 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 hc2.theme 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 hc2.theme 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 hc2.theme 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 hc2.theme file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free hc2.theme 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 hc2.theme 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 7: C:\Windows\Resources\Ease of Access Themes\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\Resources\Ease of Access Themes\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\Resources\Ease of Access Themes\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\Resources\Ease of Access Themes\

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 hc2.theme 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 hc2.theme Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying hc2.theme to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Windows THEME 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 hc2.theme and all other THEME files for Windows. An incorrectly installed THEME 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

hc2.theme

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	2541
File Date:	06/02/2012
MD5 Checksum:	0cd084461aaa54c6c30bc3c37ec9d4cc
SHA1 Checksum:	266605d0dbd8e441339b9364e8c6fe56b9c2991b
SHA256 Checksum:	8e9d2f5fcb8ce2500aedbce51904246cd038b39451a676949a51a193ee3ec58c
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\Resources\Ease of Access Themes\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	06/02/2012

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

hc2.theme

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8.1
File Size:	2541
File Date:	06/02/2012
MD5 Checksum:	0cd084461aaa54c6c30bc3c37ec9d4cc
SHA1 Checksum:	266605d0dbd8e441339b9364e8c6fe56b9c2991b
SHA256 Checksum:	8e9d2f5fcb8ce2500aedbce51904246cd038b39451a676949a51a193ee3ec58c
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\Resources\Ease of Access Themes\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	06/02/2012

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

hc2.theme

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8
File Size:	2541
File Date:	06/02/2012
MD5 Checksum:	0cd084461aaa54c6c30bc3c37ec9d4cc
SHA1 Checksum:	266605d0dbd8e441339b9364e8c6fe56b9c2991b
SHA256 Checksum:	8e9d2f5fcb8ce2500aedbce51904246cd038b39451a676949a51a193ee3ec58c
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\Resources\Ease of Access Themes\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	06/02/2012

Windows 7

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

hc2.theme

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
File Size:	2017
MD5 Checksum:	a7e1697fbf93567194cc1b82c483fb0b
SHA1 Checksum:	f90dc80cf9adf3a73afdcf2c4f8f1e084007d0be
SHA256 Checksum:	a77196eadcd21f61ef0f412c5519d0b7a25fda4fe6ab5e46900d1b422c339eec
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\Resources\Ease of Access Themes\

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

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