Download and Fix Narrator.lnk

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

Narrator.lnk file @%SystemRoot%\system32\shell32.dll,-22560. 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 Narrator.lnk related errors on your device. You can also download Narrator.lnk file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

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Fix Narrator.lnk errors

1 Information about Narrator.lnk file
2 Errors related to Narrator.lnk file
3 How to fix Narrator.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 Narrator.lnk

4.1 List of Narrator.lnk file versions

File info

General information
Filename	Narrator.lnk
File extension	LNK
Description	@%SystemRoot%\system32\shell32.dll,-22560

Software
Program	Windows XP
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	XP

Details
File size	1532
Oldest file	2006-11-02
Latest file	2017-04-24
MIME type	application/octet-stream

Most common Narrator.lnk file related problems

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

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

Narrator.lnk

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Users\Default\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Accessibility\
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---
Windows 8.1: ---
Windows 8: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 1108 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c740e5fb2fa17a182ac411982216c9b9
	SHA1	493bd3d346a2a0a7b20f5b295d7dbbeb801f3cb8
	SHA256	866f8c3dc8fd95def902cc315ca055e796be1c2819b1a9586a2d390f690f7b18
	CRC32	59a1960e
	Example file location	C:\Users\Default\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Accessibility\

Filename Narrator.lnk

System Windows 7

File size 1262 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	135c86cfe4c4e8a438d46ac5daf7f7b3
	SHA1	ae6bafc91eef32e0b2d5fcff6bdc157307f28ab3
	SHA256	d1966d4a9d3e11793fb3bc7638a7bf7837faa8fc7eaa39210674cf1cfc89c725
	CRC32	3edf1eb4
	Example file location	---

Filename Narrator.lnk

System Windows Vista

File size 1662 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	f236cd442790015723ccd72437a39076
	SHA1	d9a40798723500846d1b04321ad27900570a9fe2
	SHA256	c303d7199ecfb35b0e4edb6b846e8c92a9a23bcbc79f7deeb54745936d304bae
	CRC32	1abe1df2
	Example file location	---

Filename Narrator.lnk

System Windows XP

File size 1532 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	20669d101256638f241a9af9fa2b4228
	SHA1	ae469bcee5f6cd684b5edb3b47e976803da44ba8
	SHA256	38a7dfe85de432f2af0a1173a092fe20c3ae638eb484a10617d58164ae7b5b40
	CRC32	91b88236
	Example file location	---

Filename Narrator.lnk

System Windows 8.1

File size 1108 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c740e5fb2fa17a182ac411982216c9b9
	SHA1	493bd3d346a2a0a7b20f5b295d7dbbeb801f3cb8
	SHA256	866f8c3dc8fd95def902cc315ca055e796be1c2819b1a9586a2d390f690f7b18
	CRC32	59a1960e
	Example file location	---

Filename Narrator.lnk

System Windows 8

File size 1108 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c740e5fb2fa17a182ac411982216c9b9
	SHA1	493bd3d346a2a0a7b20f5b295d7dbbeb801f3cb8
	SHA256	866f8c3dc8fd95def902cc315ca055e796be1c2819b1a9586a2d390f690f7b18
	CRC32	59a1960e
	Example file location	---