Fix basics.h1s Errors

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing basics.h1s 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 basics.h1s file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

basics.h1s file Microsoft Help Compiled Help Data. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of basics.h1s related errors on your device. You can also download basics.h1s file compatible with Windows 7, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 7, Windows Vista

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 basics.h1s

4.1 List of basics.h1s file versions

File info

General information
Filename	basics.h1s
File extension	H1S
Type	Windows Help
Description	Microsoft Help Compiled Help Data

Software
Program	Windows 7
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	7

Details
File size	485999
Oldest file	2009-04-11
Latest file	2011-04-12

Most common basics.h1s file related problems

There are various types of errors related to basics.h1s file. basics.h1s 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 basics.h1s file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

basics.h1s is corrupted
basics.h1s cannot be located
Runtime Error - basics.h1s
basics.h1s file error
basics.h1s file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register basics.h1s file:
basics.h1s file could not be loaded
basics.h1s file doesn't exist

basics.h1s

Application could not be started because basics.h1s file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to basics.h1s 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 basics.h1s 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 basics.h1s errors in just few steps?

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

basics.h1s 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 basics.h1s 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 basics.h1s 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 basics.h1s 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 basics.h1s file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the basics.h1s 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 basics.h1s 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 basics.h1s 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 basics.h1s file

The last solution is to manually download and replace basics.h1s 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 basics.h1s file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of basics.h1s file example directory paths.

Windows 7: C:\Windows\Help\Windows\en-US\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\Help\Windows\en-US\

If the steps did not solve your basics.h1s 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 basics.h1s

System Windows 7

File size 485999 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	0f58d708c94c00ea008289be1dbd72d0
	SHA1	042a398bfd15596836d18642e7d5b37297afa677
	SHA256	666b0902f30009b834c68bb7de73c27b9c1b4f6c81e2b3f4f69043f46ab452ec
	CRC32	e3b246af
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Help\Windows\en-US\

Filename basics.h1s

System Windows Vista

File size 529766 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	a931e5e2bec326aa2b4ffe510233fad0
	SHA1	04ac9308734fe39f3247e55916b6684c4629f109
	SHA256	2a5a95949176567a3205e63b221ea7599112568d89014f92e66f044613c33c13
	CRC32	25e89a4d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Help\Windows\en-US\