MS-DOS Prompt.pif Troubleshoot and Download

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

MS-DOS Prompt.pif file Program Information. 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif related errors on your device. You can also download MS-DOS Prompt.pif file compatible with Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows XP

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Fix MS-DOS Prompt.pif errors

1 Information about MS-DOS Prompt.pif file
2 Errors related to MS-DOS Prompt.pif file
3 How to fix MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif

4.1 List of MS-DOS Prompt.pif file versions

File info

General information
Filename	MS-DOS Prompt.pif
File extension	PIF
Type	Script
Description	Program Information

Software
Program	Office 95
Software	Office
Author	Microsoft
Software version	95

Details
File size	2855
Oldest file	2017-05-10
Latest file	2017-05-10

Most common MS-DOS Prompt.pif file related problems

There are various types of errors related to MS-DOS Prompt.pif file. MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

MS-DOS Prompt.pif is corrupted
MS-DOS Prompt.pif cannot be located
Runtime Error - MS-DOS Prompt.pif
MS-DOS Prompt.pif file error
MS-DOS Prompt.pif file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register MS-DOS Prompt.pif file:
MS-DOS Prompt.pif file could not be loaded
MS-DOS Prompt.pif file doesn't exist

MS-DOS Prompt.pif

Application could not be started because MS-DOS Prompt.pif file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif errors in just few steps?

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

MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif file

The last solution is to manually download and replace MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of MS-DOS Prompt.pif file example directory paths.

Windows XP: C:\MSOffice\Office\Shortcut Bar\Office\

If the steps did not solve your MS-DOS Prompt.pif 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 MS-DOS Prompt.pif

System Windows XP

File size 2855 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	74ff1571c6dd81bf5ade45896caf094a
	SHA1	c16b01691fc728dc5464c26534c07886e5abd5ab
	SHA256	4b97d819cebf148057e51f6e7330eaea5dd572c6742d3a5a7f2d91714c40530a
	CRC32	b077d88d
	Example file location	C:\MSOffice\Office\Shortcut Bar\Office\