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Fix PrintBrmEngine.exe Errors

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

PrintBrmEngine.exe file PrintBrmEngine EXE. 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 PrintBrmEngine.exe related errors on your device. You can also download PrintBrmEngine.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista 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 Vista

File info

General information
Filename PrintBrmEngine.exe
File extension EXE
Description PrintBrmEngine EXE
Software
Program Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author Microsoft Corporation
Details
MIME type application/octet-stream
File type Dynamic link library
System Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set Unicode
Language cod English (U.S.)
PrintBrmEngine.exe

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

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

PrintBrmEngine.exe

Error

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

OK

Problems related to PrintBrmEngine.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 PrintBrmEngine.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.

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

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

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\spool\tools\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\spool\tools\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\spool\tools\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\spool\tools\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\spool\tools\

If the steps did not solve your PrintBrmEngine.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 PrintBrmEngine.exe
System Windows 10
File size 202240 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 9daf272c38acfecf4dd6752606367cf9
SHA1 54040edc8bbdef8ec0af72caf5a632319414c0a0
SHA256 10a2c962c8a70874968bb87584c9d90b5c039645124c6704107da21d46a63251
CRC32 830a4dcd
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\spool\tools\
Filename PrintBrmEngine.exe
System Windows 8.1
File size 204800 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 93824c1a73347b2be21c238f6bbac6c4
SHA1 218a42b5749ee64a387eb89370d3a3a45f2e3a17
SHA256 a3dfd5c07c6de10d00c107b9c9144db9c7be6c74f7ed4ab6e3061d14a3b65f86
CRC32 1f8e5b67
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\spool\tools\
Filename PrintBrmEngine.exe
System Windows 8
File size 194048 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 62cc374ae50ef38b7d0322e61c9623ef
SHA1 cb734739b08ed76c7abbcbee1a5a5d3de77a9cb9
SHA256 e8a5d8466052f9051b9ec96b27c39d47ef42a9df6ef4bcbe5c2b0fdb1dc01c33
CRC32 9caa2909
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\spool\tools\
Filename PrintBrmEngine.exe
System Windows 7
File size 267264 bytes
Date 2010-11-21
File details
MD5 88798fda51117099dcbfd7c9ad393f34
SHA1 584b5c1147f5a38035fb472e5a30339321425634
SHA256 77ee0597d53ea700677d209f69dabc81c258293c64d880d47ee3ee4db2d9104d
CRC32 9cf6c935
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\spool\tools\
Filename PrintBrmEngine.exe
System Windows Vista
File size 254976 bytes
Date 2009-04-11
File details
MD5 5ad7eff6762a188ec8a4a93aff09840b
SHA1 e2f6867417630c4658dd8f984f726b83ca3e7a3e
SHA256 06413db659afa6e6249315b5fab4504a482b3637377097470002f8f4f529719e
CRC32 d76cfd4e
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\spool\tools\