Download findstr.exe to Fix Errors

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing findstr.exe files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent findstr.exe file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

findstr.exe file Find String (QGREP) Utility. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of findstr.exe related errors on your device. You can also download findstr.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download findstr.exe

4.1 List of findstr.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	findstr.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	Find String (QGREP) Utility

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Executable application
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common findstr.exe file related problems

There are various types of errors related to findstr.exe file. findstr.exe file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to findstr.exe file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

findstr.exe is corrupted
findstr.exe cannot be located
Runtime Error - findstr.exe
findstr.exe file error
findstr.exe file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register findstr.exe file:
findstr.exe file could not be loaded
findstr.exe file doesn't exist

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Application could not be started because findstr.exe file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to findstr.exe can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing findstr.exe file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix findstr.exe errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

findstr.exe file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with findstr.exe file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to findstr.exe file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of findstr.exe or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to findstr.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the findstr.exe file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the findstr.exe file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the findstr.exe file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace findstr.exe file

The last solution is to manually download and replace findstr.exe file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded findstr.exe file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of findstr.exe file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your findstr.exe file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename findstr.exe

System Windows 10

File size 29696 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	f2653de2503b80ef66ca4915a3c5b4a7
	SHA1	afa6cb8504ec7e35624a0cd9fdc071c8e7df4140
	SHA256	7b6679437a3eb99b4a361205318fd404db247cec844d00cef47f14c00b5d949e
	CRC32	4f469212
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename findstr.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 29184 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	917fc5b02553eeadc9c5b1dad1a49228
	SHA1	1e5126d7151c15e51484ba79a69eb5e0745f0d38
	SHA256	d1d8a3b724bc9637e7602b5c6ed0df34378e6ff84e833182bc856e7ed531d388
	CRC32	fdb1d31d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename findstr.exe

System Windows 8

File size 25600 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	5e5b960f1c41d4763cc6241727706095
	SHA1	3544ed726202d07df1a06596b51be10248e5c39e
	SHA256	6d027a8f9008839da4c2c98312a6b3b4803bff6f3cbe5d079c29170256f61696
	CRC32	7dcfddc7
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename findstr.exe

System Windows 7

File size 62976 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	18f02c555fbc9885df9db77754d6bb9b
	SHA1	c568d518052c4ba25f462b70d96a663f24a2c9da
	SHA256	28feb2fec791ef44cf24a61c4bf175b00dba030b53ab1b5b36aed898a2f5cf37
	CRC32	e75fa0ac
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename findstr.exe

System Windows 7

File size 71168 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	6a2e9bbd516d064c925a9634a5632854
	SHA1	d7eae991863cb3644c0f55fa7d7af4a3e7bb3a92
	SHA256	a9eca55b1e7e25459d98924fcfbf81a17351618ba1c2b88eed38027161de5354
	CRC32	ecb92ce5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename findstr.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 60928 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	186954438de3ddbf0b46f895b7936de3
	SHA1	754c6761d4673173252a286d78d033e5715808ba
	SHA256	3b879f3c2f990d01299471a869ff43c848975def5a5ca3ac510765971fafd68d
	CRC32	54d3982d
	Example file location	---

Filename findstr.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 29696 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	90787371516843e301c794c7e35fb44c
	SHA1	9bb70894c96505388f573390e5fccf9e975d661f
	SHA256	1cab3869ee0abc8c9b75edd365843ebf49328192f6a06e51b8d6443a00de5e0b
	CRC32	af66977e
	Example file location	---

Filename findstr.exe

System Windows XP

File size 27136 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	75951d8a85067f8eccd0076f21e9e4e8
	SHA1	90402fc2ec70868961de22e76f1d70ff68108acf
	SHA256	8992bbcfdb6e0458d8da67e8cd1884f696a36c106e74b31468c3c4bbc942e574
	CRC32	b4a790cf
	Example file location	---