Fix mshta.exe Errors

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

mshta.exe file Microsoft (R) HTML Application host. 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 mshta.exe related errors on your device. You can also download mshta.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 mshta.exe

4.1 List of mshta.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	mshta.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	Microsoft (R) HTML Application host

Software
Program	Internet Explorer
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 mshta.exe file related problems

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

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

mshta.exe

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

Problems related to mshta.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 mshta.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 mshta.exe errors in just few steps?

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

mshta.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 mshta.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 mshta.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 mshta.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 mshta.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the mshta.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 mshta.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 mshta.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 mshta.exe file

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of mshta.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\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your mshta.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 mshta.exe

System Windows 10

File size 13312 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	2c8f3a7d66795f2f4e82ed583580dab8
	SHA1	1198d2cfe2ebb8dbade9da826c08dc63e34e68a7
	SHA256	a8949af37f4b28806718c97358ddfbeb19752a6421c5072a4ed5897f8e3910ab
	CRC32	10c10a85
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mshta.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 12800 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	3fa76b67f25d84b3c2a4e8a8c0919e6e
	SHA1	9ce4ac8b9d355fb2fc14aa8e8c325411ba52e422
	SHA256	515437a6721142081c0706dbb18d11f6b294490389f688addda41ced8301c094
	CRC32	74a47720
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mshta.exe

System Windows 8

File size 12800 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	4d3da009f839160678da893effa20778
	SHA1	0e96000c53f70cdf70a3be6cd558c381026ffe0a
	SHA256	1c4da749b27028fe4c1588d24ec0df617d925bd91b84a5cc06fade1f885288ef
	CRC32	2b818d45
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mshta.exe

System Windows 7

File size 43520 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	45b5032cd23466294c0a381bfc6e8c65
	SHA1	4bfacf2cce2a63827ee3ba55f7ac47937dde7718
	SHA256	cd198a3ad75a2b72b1f2c40c06920cd089b64eba38db3552628a4b427797cefc
	CRC32	9640f914
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mshta.exe

System Windows 7

File size 47104 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	e2fe656a79d8f4c4fd70201e7423bda0
	SHA1	58b9cedd6ddc90a5ea06c1a50590552285b7928b
	SHA256	db40b518deb81b146cc81b0c360aecc84204e3cdc108b1f5f158ee60c1792806
	CRC32	149728c1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mshta.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 45568 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	98dbb19126ffb940dfd40cc3c8706e89
	SHA1	5a2f4f5c8eed5701f16bf16601197412147cc0d9
	SHA256	830aec1bd342b65d6fd5c6bb4196d541a3d7911d0d4849311be304599d16c85a
	CRC32	7d53abe5
	Example file location	---

Filename mshta.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 41984 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	bd1e46eceb00b86dc5cd5ebaaec7be9d
	SHA1	18f744cb4fa66032fc21fe5b21e227c33a80ffbc
	SHA256	022ba30f50aac3288f6bea57b4a115bebb0baf56e205b4420e7deb7de7f4be35
	CRC32	4bf85fb1
	Example file location	---

Filename mshta.exe

System Windows XP

File size 29184 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	05ae2b513fa46e157e4f58f11fe0f351
	SHA1	4431be13279540a8f2bbc44f2d0c5988e18f5518
	SHA256	dc25a8c06b293f802dde9de2dd6adaad8e8ba9364ba313344990913933c59bbe
	CRC32	057fe890
	Example file location	---