Window Switcher.lnk Troubleshoot and Download

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

Window Switcher.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 Window Switcher.lnk related errors on your device. You can also download Window Switcher.lnk file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows Vista, 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 8.1, Windows 8

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Fix Window Switcher.lnk errors

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

4.1 List of Window Switcher.lnk file versions

File info

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

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	334
Oldest file	2008-01-21
Latest file	2017-03-18

Most common Window Switcher.lnk file related problems

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

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

Window Switcher.lnk

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

Problems related to Window Switcher.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 Window Switcher.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 Window Switcher.lnk errors in just few steps?

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Users\Bill\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Quick Launch\
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows 8.1: ---
Windows 8: ---

If the steps did not solve your Window Switcher.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 Window Switcher.lnk

System Windows 10

File size 334 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	dd26c664f5264c672b6c4c260ed79c73
	SHA1	b118670620d7214224c7ed2dc14ee67d7a49c044
	SHA256	f8af405fb4819223f8f55c0ee3c054d58998af1560cededeaee35ea46a3497bd
	CRC32	5485b7ac
	Example file location	C:\Users\Bill\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Quick Launch\

Filename Window Switcher.lnk

System Windows 7

File size 272 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	e14f6ef5e8dc4c628fe28ac893e9309d
	SHA1	f29803c16d3e11a196d62026279b72854c4d751f
	SHA256	6142a68127514d4919f584a7541c242c9af5e471fcdb6065d40133439e8421a1
	CRC32	227e651e
	Example file location	---

Filename Window Switcher.lnk

System Windows Vista

File size 240 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	306651f625c0094dcf5e16ec32358014
	SHA1	83cb2da2edc4ae151f61ca27b24bbb84d35e5f0b
	SHA256	dd9b21d937105fb07e3af428d055de91528248043361c0a664b40e9afb5b5e86
	CRC32	c2af6416
	Example file location	---

Filename Window Switcher.lnk

System Windows 8.1

File size 334 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	dd26c664f5264c672b6c4c260ed79c73
	SHA1	b118670620d7214224c7ed2dc14ee67d7a49c044
	SHA256	f8af405fb4819223f8f55c0ee3c054d58998af1560cededeaee35ea46a3497bd
	CRC32	5485b7ac
	Example file location	---

Filename Window Switcher.lnk

System Windows 8

File size 334 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	dd26c664f5264c672b6c4c260ed79c73
	SHA1	b118670620d7214224c7ed2dc14ee67d7a49c044
	SHA256	f8af405fb4819223f8f55c0ee3c054d58998af1560cededeaee35ea46a3497bd
	CRC32	5485b7ac
	Example file location	---