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Fix powershell.exe Errors

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

powershell.exe file Windows PowerShell. 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 powershell.exe related errors on your device. You can also download powershell.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7
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Fix powershell.exe errors

File info

General information
Filename powershell.exe
File extension EXE
Description Windows PowerShell
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.)
powershell.exe

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

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

powershell.exe

Error

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

OK

Problems related to powershell.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 powershell.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.

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

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

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\

If the steps did not solve your powershell.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 powershell.exe
System Windows 10
File size 430080 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
Download
File details
MD5 be8ffebe1c4b5e18a56101a3c0604ea0
SHA1 2ec8af7c1538974d64291845dcb02111b907770f
SHA256 d2434e607451a4d29d28f43a529246dc81d25a2fae9c271e28c55452c09a28a5
CRC32 8f508fc1
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
Filename powershell.exe
System Windows 8.1
File size 460288 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
Download
File details
MD5 ef8fa4f195c6239273c100ab370fcfdc
SHA1 5f0692820151ac639fb8bd399bf087954d5bc46b
SHA256 0bbf1952ee724d29f04d9ea52cae9c8c781791d57ed127ae7b618704c3395a79
CRC32 fd4aa28d
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
Filename powershell.exe
System Windows 8
File size 454656 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
Download
File details
MD5 e2358d99a000143a8a5ec4ff41749778
SHA1 2b291e6e0432bf2654b2cb527a318256f6a33300
SHA256 9450421392f7399e93f348325d714ed40e97f3231f1b417a13aa05d3d3530cdb
CRC32 1289d8d9
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
Filename powershell.exe
System Windows 7
File size 473600 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 852d67a27e454bd389fa7f02a8cbe23f
SHA1 5330fedad485e0e4c23b2abe1075a1f984fde9fc
SHA256 a8fdba9df15e41b6f5c69c79f66a26a9d48e174f9e7018a371600b866867dab8
CRC32 8a8313ef
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\
Filename powershell.exe
System Windows 7
File size 452608 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 92f44e405db16ac55d97e3bfe3b132fa
SHA1 04c5d2b4da9a0f3fa8a45702d4256cee42d8c48d
SHA256 6c05e11399b7e3c8ed31bae72014cf249c144a8f4a2c54a758eb2e6fad47aec7
CRC32 cb0f024c
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\WindowsPowerShell\v1.0\