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How to Download and Fix displayoverride.inf?

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

displayoverride.inf file Setup Information. 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 displayoverride.inf related errors on your device. You can also download displayoverride.inf file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

File info

General information
Filename displayoverride.inf
File extension INF
Type Driver
Description Setup Information
Software
Program Windows 10
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 10
Details
File size 3944
Oldest file 2012-07-26
Latest file 2017-03-18
displayoverride.inf

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

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

displayoverride.inf

Error

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

OK

Problems related to displayoverride.inf 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 displayoverride.inf 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.

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace displayoverride.inf 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 displayoverride.inf file.

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\inf\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\inf\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\inf\

If the steps did not solve your displayoverride.inf 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 displayoverride.inf
System Windows 10
File size 3944 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 9af6deab76ecb5f24f15c9ee66e8df8d
SHA1 0a0dc7695eac24301e3fa5edae6315324162e2c7
SHA256 24c13b735d2a138cbca8b2cffb6d08a1a7932e09ce29198ea21a5cd3e9f1a486
CRC32 d61c9344
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename displayoverride.inf
System Windows 8.1
File size 4608 bytes
Date 2013-08-22
File details
MD5 03149b130fa6ec32e1dde483d9b3077b
SHA1 9150aca822738231c53ff927c5a7ea4dd85e926e
SHA256 08e0548e3ea4f26484332de829445f9a6ffb7799975f798178cce134330f9a28
CRC32 729a5005
Example file location C:\Windows\inf\
Filename displayoverride.inf
System Windows 8
File size 4616 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 2fe9bc1035b25e09f3ba3d73146d28be
SHA1 8b48031cd6699490098b23e642fc0ba62eed3391
SHA256 8102733e486e894d76d3dffb288d473d259cd56f43c4c0a72c080929647f01a1
CRC32 6b2b4206
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\inf\