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Download and Fix glcnd.exe

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing glcnd.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 glcnd.exe file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

glcnd.exe file Windows Reader. 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 glcnd.exe related errors on your device. You can also download glcnd.exe file compatible with Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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Fix glcnd.exe errors

File info

General information
Filename glcnd.exe
File extension EXE
Description Windows Reader
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.)
glcnd.exe

There are various types of errors related to glcnd.exe file. glcnd.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 glcnd.exe file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

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

glcnd.exe

Error

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

OK

Problems related to glcnd.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 glcnd.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.

glcnd.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with glcnd.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.

Windows Update

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

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 glcnd.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

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 glcnd.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the glcnd.exe file with properly working version. To use the tool:

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

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

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

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

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the glcnd.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 glcnd.exe file

The last solution is to manually download and replace glcnd.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 glcnd.exe file.

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

  • Windows 8.1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.Reader_6.3.9654.17044_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.Reader_6.3.9654.17044_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\

If the steps did not solve your glcnd.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 glcnd.exe
System Windows 8.1
File size 8236032 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
Download
File details
MD5 232c540a6867297218f3492c5b8797d6
SHA1 4361550159fd4348af76397da87a0147f0460917
SHA256 e498444fb2e149f04a139f9c3dc952f4fb515073243e1c70c3ad94cea05730d1
CRC32 06541c23
Example file location C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.Reader_6.3.9654.17044_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\
Filename glcnd.exe
System Windows 8
File size 10989568 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
Download
File details
MD5 aa1528c1e4e87e1cf8585c93f68cead0
SHA1 0e0832276d0ddb13f7c020b48314cb028bc4ea0d
SHA256 660c9e46c7a4298f785551845442f979fdce09e9f0ed32323312982edee06278
CRC32 5de784fc
Example file location 1: C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.Reader_6.3.9654.17044_x86__8wekyb3d8bbwe\