Download and Fix Desktop.lnk

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

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

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 8, Windows 7

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 Desktop.lnk

4.1 List of Desktop.lnk file versions

File info

General information
Filename	Desktop.lnk
File extension	LNK
Type	Shortcut
Description	Windows File Shortcut

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	489
Oldest file	2012-07-25
MIME type	application/octet-stream

Most common Desktop.lnk file related problems

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

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

Desktop.lnk

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

Problems related to Desktop.lnk 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 Desktop.lnk 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 Desktop.lnk errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace Desktop.lnk 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 Desktop.lnk file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Users\Bill\Links\
Windows 8.1: C:\Users\Bill Gates\Links\
Windows 8.1: C:\Users\Bill Gates\Links\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Users\Bill Gates\Links\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Users\Bill Gates\Links\
Windows 7: ---

If the steps did not solve your Desktop.lnk 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 Desktop.lnk

System Windows 10

File size 489 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	5cf36cf3c021268740f7806657ed4405
	SHA1	4e2ec05be92e340211ee45dc14c3ddb601feffcc
	SHA256	24bde37c381dc32ac4a1505884d02c9c4016745e5d65827e706efc9f65d6e1b6
	CRC32	1153dcd0
	Example file location	C:\Users\Bill\Links\

Filename Desktop.lnk

System Windows 8.1

File size 450 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	7d43e69a2d6f7becaa2011ad3b07849c
	SHA1	973f42a39ba9e8b694213eca276864d3a5f9d4ab
	SHA256	2d3f2a14cfdfcccbc8a2618ea2944f1a5b439c1273c6bed5de6c1bf9c8305395
	CRC32	57af5b34
	Example file location	C:\Users\Bill Gates\Links\

Filename Desktop.lnk

System Windows 8.1

File size 853 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	8d51c51f883192947d6bc25dc9df5554
	SHA1	bd3929bf812613b6320699abd01667528bc7bc85
	SHA256	68b5d4e37843c5dc685305ff8b3005d5177cf1c35e451d826c78a30077db55df
	CRC32	e343f085
	Example file location	C:\Users\Bill Gates\Links\

Filename Desktop.lnk

System Windows 8

File size 450 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	3c4dc19a1a54bd0bfbcb11f59857b407
	SHA1	783984a3adf87406b903daade1af218b865cee76
	SHA256	c7bc905b51b0e9682332b23d1f33bc206c7ddd5a410fef683c9f2cfe8b4cffe5
	CRC32	26a364dd
	Example file location	1: C:\Users\Bill Gates\Links\

Filename Desktop.lnk

System Windows 8

File size 787 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	8d8e9aea3cb71269eec020a80ecf733c
	SHA1	d6c3d120c28e12801023b110983075a0ab0b0c4f
	SHA256	8603b8d8c61f6246508a6506a61469470c3750d8a611b2bbf55b522a0616c908
	CRC32	8d6d23ad
	Example file location	1: C:\Users\Bill Gates\Links\

Filename Desktop.lnk

System Windows 7

File size 469 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	380c24daf724b9608430ea6f62d1e731
	SHA1	275fcae507c059d3252867e3ceabb58b7ba32b44
	SHA256	308cb95590f6a3db0cb340f781c8eaa47076e1261285a02a9d13652c20f0e90e
	CRC32	d480851d
	Example file location	---