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Download and Fix OUTLOOK.EXE

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

OUTLOOK.EXE file Microsoft Outlook. 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 OUTLOOK.EXE related errors on your device. You can also download OUTLOOK.EXE file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows XP, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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Fix OUTLOOK.EXE errors

File info

General information
Filename OUTLOOK.EXE
File extension EXE
Description Microsoft Outlook
Software
Program Microsoft Outlook
Author Microsoft Corporation
Details
MIME type application/octet-stream
File type Executable application
System Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights © 2010 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set Windows, Latin1
Language cod Neutral
OUTLOOK.EXE

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

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

OUTLOOK.EXE

Error

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

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Problems related to OUTLOOK.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 OUTLOOK.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.

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace OUTLOOK.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 OUTLOOK.EXE file.

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office15\
  • Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office14\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office12\
  • Windows XP: ---
  • Windows XP: ---
  • Windows 8: ---

If the steps did not solve your OUTLOOK.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 OUTLOOK.EXE
System Windows 10
File size 18918568 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
Download
File details
MD5 c6bc1e89e957ec152f83dced447cdd16
SHA1 0d532fc72de4ebc2c00186c5341185d80c3389cb
SHA256 0355d3fde2df1315a6677fe0b50b101a5e7ab2db394021c59d98f5f7b70eab50
CRC32 5fcf6a8d
Example file location C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office15\
Filename OUTLOOK.EXE
System Windows 7
File size 15889248 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
Download
File details
MD5 ca6db5cb169e09209d0ba380e398d87b
SHA1 881809addef3550bc5049f432db256a3f1c4f19b
SHA256 2ed8f1d59b4ececd25873aea5d8932e99ad5231f0af4dd53ae4677f8e057d2e8
CRC32 e351e058
Example file location C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office14\
Filename OUTLOOK.EXE
System Windows Vista
File size 12813096 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
Download
File details
MD5 d610e3e5e67178d0286b87fd5a7f575f
SHA1 3196d76c9f43213d1c3f6464a0b395c76c3e9cc1
SHA256 0ca1c4ac482b9265274023a90afb82df1d1eda6d8c064083e456bde030ce9786
CRC32 a8471852
Example file location C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office12\
Filename OUTLOOK.EXE
System Windows XP
File size 196152 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
Download
File details
MD5 40825acfc23e0ad28da1fc63f77e9825
SHA1 6d7c2d00e11b2b0e0b1267114e57c6adfe4051d3
SHA256 bde8cb7e8ed75f24d3d0ecbb7cfce468ee1e1f9ca474df08710294642409ea70
CRC32 8c368c34
Example file location ---
Filename OUTLOOK.EXE
System Windows XP
File size 46496 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
Download
File details
MD5 89ef9295e695d4e617d10c878d72601f
SHA1 15d7993cb362f27c782d788a454bd94efc90edd3
SHA256 674a44577eed3a6d5132aeb75089364e8bd257ba0a4184444aad336cbcf6458c
CRC32 9dc275ab
Example file location ---
Filename OUTLOOK.EXE
System Windows 8
File size 18918568 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
Download
File details
MD5 c6bc1e89e957ec152f83dced447cdd16
SHA1 0d532fc72de4ebc2c00186c5341185d80c3389cb
SHA256 0355d3fde2df1315a6677fe0b50b101a5e7ab2db394021c59d98f5f7b70eab50
CRC32 5fcf6a8d
Example file location ---