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How to Fix Not a Valid Error
This is an error code that indicates either the file or the program you are attempting to run missing or corrupt. Because of this error Windows is unable to open your desired file or run the program successfully.
The ‘Not a Valid Win32 Application’ is triggered due to multiple reasons such as:
- Unsuccessful program installation due to damaged disc/CD
- Corrupted or incompatible file
- Hard drive is loaded with bad and invalid entries
- Malware invasion or viral infection
If this error is not resolved immediately, it can lead to severe data security threats and privacy issues.
Solution
Luckily, there are 6 easy methods to fix this error
Method 1
Download Total System Care
By far possibly the fastest and the easiest way to resolve the ‘Not a valid Win32 application error’ is to download Total System Care PC fixer.
It's a multi-functional PC repair tool packed with multiple utilities like a registry cleaner, antivirus and a system optimizer.
Method 2
Check for File Compatibility
If you downloaded the file that is not compatible with your Windows version then you will come across this error. In this case it is advisable to download the file version that is compatible and can run easily on the Windows version installed on your system.
Nonetheless, if the file is compatible but still doesn’t run on your PC, then it’s possible that the file became corrupt during the download. Try downloading the file again.
Method 3
Verify if the Program is installed on your PC
If you are running the program from a shortcut, then verify that the program is still installed on your PC. This error may occur if the program is no longer installed on the computer. If you find the program is not installed on your system, then reinstall and try running the program again.
Method 4
Wrong File Name Issue
Make sure the program or the file you are attempting to run on your system does not contain the same name as the long file name directory it is saved in. For example, running a file named ‘program’ in the ‘program files’ directory can cause errors in some Windows versions.
If this is the issue, then try installing the program in a different directory.
Method 5
Repair Hard Drive
If the hard drive is bad or corrupted, it can also generate the ‘not a valid Win32 application’. And because of this error files and programs fail to execute successfully as not all data can be read from the hard drive.
To repair this issue first you need to run defrag and scandisk Microsoft built in tools. These tools check for error on the hard drive.
Method 6
Run an Antivirus
If the error code occurs due to viral infection or malware attack on your system, then you must download an antivirus, scan and remove such malicious software. However, antivirus may slowdown the speed of your PC.
