README.HTM - How to Fix? Download Now

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

README.HTM file Hypertext Markup Language. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Office software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of README.HTM related errors on your device. You can also download README.HTM file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows 8

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 README.HTM

4.1 List of README.HTM file versions

File info

General information
Filename	README.HTM
File extension	HTM
Type	Internet Web
Description	Hypertext Markup Language

Software
Program	Office 2010
Software	Office
Author	Microsoft
Software version	2010

Details
File size	1941
MIME type	text/html
Title	Microsoft Office 2010 ReadMe File

Most common README.HTM file related problems

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

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

README.HTM

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

Problems related to README.HTM 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 README.HTM 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 README.HTM errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace README.HTM 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 README.HTM file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Common Files\microsoft shared\OFFICE15\1033\
Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\microsoft shared\OFFICE14\1033\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows 8: ---

If the steps did not solve your README.HTM 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 README.HTM

System Windows 10

File size 427 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	8f68496d0f99b37e71c7bc326b0b9cbe
	SHA1	8ae59f5baa99e842653ad9376f308ad60ec1f802
	SHA256	6d021f570226ea01dc30f59f2775cf9fc2332658a3f5cdb2773ffe767b6213fe
	CRC32	ed9cef53
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Common Files\microsoft shared\OFFICE15\1033\

Filename README.HTM

System Windows 7

File size 1941 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	3c977718b98ab428cc2b2e7ce0d125ed
	SHA1	076f8fb9b482cb0e05153330ea371fd2b7525e82
	SHA256	236bdac856567e656351b3fa628de0bc4ca498aeb6f8f64bd1ecf83cba026136
	CRC32	0d5537aa
	Example file location	C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\microsoft shared\OFFICE14\1033\

Filename README.HTM

System Windows Vista

File size 2480 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	7a8961a50aee57a785026fa54881b7c7
	SHA1	e6a74f9beacaf40a97eee16e80de26ec3707477f
	SHA256	276ac6d6dcedf5570794b0b2617b62c3673aa23b37e5a9a2c0740732d3a21c71
	CRC32	4f08055a
	Example file location	---

Filename README.HTM

System Windows 8

File size 427 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

Download

File details
	MD5	8f68496d0f99b37e71c7bc326b0b9cbe
	SHA1	8ae59f5baa99e842653ad9376f308ad60ec1f802
	SHA256	6d021f570226ea01dc30f59f2775cf9fc2332658a3f5cdb2773ffe767b6213fe
	CRC32	ed9cef53
	Example file location	---