OnlineHelp.url - Download and Fix Errors

Last Updated: 12/14/2023
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URL files such as OnlineHelp.url are categorized as Internet Shortcut (Internet Shortcut) files. As a Internet Shortcut file, it was created for use in DownloadX ActiveX Download Control 1.6.8 by Genesis Mobile.

The initial introduction of OnlineHelp.url released in DownloadX ActiveX Download Control 1.6.8 was for Windows 10 on 05/19/2014. This is not only most recent release from Genesis Mobile, but it's the only version known in existence.

This article discusses complete file details, URL file troubleshooting instructions for problems with OnlineHelp.url, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: OnlineHelp.url
File Extension: URL file extension
File Type: Internet Shortcut
Description: Internet Shortcut
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: DownloadX ActiveX Download Control 1.6.8
Developer: Genesis Mobile
Software: DownloadX ActiveX Download Control
Software Version: 1.6.8
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 147
Oldest File Date: 10/21/2019
Latest File Date: 10/21/2019


What are OnlineHelp.url Error Messages?


General OnlineHelp.url Runtime Errors

OnlineHelp.url file errors often occur during the startup phase of DownloadX ActiveX Download Control, but can also occur while the program is running. These types URL errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while DownloadX ActiveX Download Control is running. Here are some of the most common OnlineHelp.url runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files (x86)\Genesis Mobile\DownloadX ActiveX Download Control 1.6\OnlineHelp.url

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


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

Step 2: If recently installed DownloadX ActiveX Download Control (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling DownloadX ActiveX Download Control software.

You can uninstall DownloadX ActiveX Download Control 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 DownloadX ActiveX Download Control 1.6.8 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall DownloadX ActiveX Download Control software.

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

DownloadX ActiveX Download Control 1.6.8

Genesis Mobile

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 OnlineHelp.url 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 OnlineHelp.url 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 OnlineHelp.url 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 OnlineHelp.url file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free OnlineHelp.url files for every applicable version of DownloadX ActiveX Download Control. 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 OnlineHelp.url Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate DownloadX ActiveX Download Control folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Genesis Mobile\DownloadX ActiveX Download Control 1.6\
  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 OnlineHelp.url 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.



Download OnlineHelp.url Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying OnlineHelp.url to your appropriate Windows system directory. Genesis Mobile typically does not release DownloadX ActiveX Download Control URL 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 OnlineHelp.url and all other URL files for DownloadX ActiveX Download Control. An incorrectly installed URL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


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