Microsoft Outlook.lnk - How to Fix? Download Now

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

Microsoft Outlook.lnk file Shortcut to Microsoft Outlook. 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 Microsoft Outlook.lnk related errors on your device. You can also download Microsoft Outlook.lnk file compatible with Windows XP, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows XP, Windows XP

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Fix Microsoft Outlook.lnk errors

1 Information about Microsoft Outlook.lnk file
2 Errors related to Microsoft Outlook.lnk file
3 How to fix Microsoft Outlook.lnk related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download Microsoft Outlook.lnk

4.1 List of Microsoft Outlook.lnk file versions

File info

General information
Filename	Microsoft Outlook.lnk
File extension	LNK
Description	Shortcut to Microsoft Outlook

Software
Program	Office XP
Software	Office
Author	Microsoft
Software version	XP

Details
File size	1860
Oldest file	2017-05-10
Latest file	2017-05-10
MIME type	application/octet-stream

Most common Microsoft Outlook.lnk file related problems

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

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

Microsoft Outlook.lnk

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

Problems related to Microsoft Outlook.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 Microsoft Outlook.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 Microsoft Outlook.lnk errors in just few steps?

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

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

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

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

Windows XP: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\
Windows XP: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\

If the steps did not solve your Microsoft Outlook.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 Microsoft Outlook.lnk

System Windows XP

File size 2046 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	5beff6c25b91feb31cbba3dd127b004c
	SHA1	4923a7995799b5ca46e2752aabdb352ffdb94030
	SHA256	c99709432c342f24fd33ba9fd871e9b170ee8afc354d6546a22aae776a23f72f
	CRC32	2a232740
	Example file location	C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\

Filename Microsoft Outlook.lnk

System Windows XP

File size 1860 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

Download

File details
	MD5	ce4111b3aa3b21b1b917dd81a0b71d08
	SHA1	65459742d63fe23296a77f961f2899af884c2e6f
	SHA256	830e5f62569050494901ff66019b986c8fdb861b29fc1a0030cd5aa9b14fd3b5
	CRC32	a4bdbc83
	Example file location	C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\