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Windows Movie Maker.lnk - How to Fix? Download Now

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

Windows Movie Maker.lnk file @C:\Program Files\Movie Maker\wmm2res.dll,-63096. 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 Windows Movie Maker.lnk related errors on your device. You can also download Windows Movie Maker.lnk file compatible with Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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Fix Windows Movie Maker.lnk errors

File info

General information
Filename Windows Movie Maker.lnk
File extension LNK
Description @C:\Program Files\Movie Maker\wmm2res.dll,-63096
Software
Program Windows XP
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version XP
Details
File size 786
Oldest file 2006-11-02
Latest file 2017-04-24
MIME type application/octet-stream
Fix File Errors

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

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

Windows Movie Maker.lnk

Error

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

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Problems related to Windows Movie Maker.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 Windows Movie Maker.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.

Windows Movie Maker.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with Windows Movie Maker.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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to Windows Movie Maker.lnk 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 Windows Movie Maker.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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace Windows Movie Maker.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 Windows Movie Maker.lnk file.

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

  • Windows Vista: C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\
  • Windows XP: C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\

If the steps did not solve your Windows Movie Maker.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 Windows Movie Maker.lnk
System Windows Vista
File size 1768 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
Download
File details
MD5 c3067d0bbc139aa551778357e8771d0e
SHA1 4aa93f1b48e4d9ea32487220450ed15d52ab91cf
SHA256 1f3e08031eb69afab666f920d5eb0f70ab0d9e0f10e16b44e4355e95bcde9c9d
CRC32 3bdce8f8
Example file location C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\
Filename Windows Movie Maker.lnk
System Windows XP
File size 786 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
Download
File details
MD5 2f942fa6adf25a95fa377b921152dceb
SHA1 0b21fc6e358260dc36bdb3750bafa7cfcae0351e
SHA256 7ac64b1be644ed85c27f15622843dfdd11acad643680a05358c95822652cebdf
CRC32 00ff7f27
Example file location C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs\