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Runtime Error 76: How to Fix Guide - Computers - Operating Systems

Have you ever experienced a Run-time error 76 (Path not found) problem while executing a program on your computer? If yes, then, you might have also spent some time (may be a great deal of time) searching Google for possible solutions or calling a techie friend (if he/she is free) to come home and resolve the problem at the earliest.

We all essentially need computers to perform our daily functions like writing assignments, article etc. (like I am doing currently), listening to favorite music, completing projects, or managing database of clients (for business purposes) among other things. It is fairly common for computers or programs/applications to malfunction at times due to the technicality involved in their mechanism. For every problem, we need to first understand it and then move on to resolve it.

What is Runtime Error 76?

It is a common Windows error that occurs when you try to launch any program or application (such as Microsoft Outlook, Yahoo! Messenger etc.) and instead of the program a small message box flashes on the screen saying Run-time error 76: Path not found. The runtime error is caused by the missing files, thereby resulting in to slow computer performance, BSOD (Blue Screen of Death), crash, or sudden shutdown, and/or invoke other malware threats etc.

Reasons:

1. Registry errors 2. Software conflict issue3. Missing program/application files4. Virus/malware infection5. Plug-ins, add-ons, additional software6. Memory issue

Fix It Guide:

For Registry Errors It is not possible (for a non-technical person) to find out and delete registry errors manually. It is always advised to run a registry cleaner tool to repair and clean the errors that obstruct a computer from functioning smoothly. You can download a free version from /Free-Window-Registry-Repair/3000-2086_4-10606555.html.

Virus/Malware Infection Always keep your antivirus and/or firewall updated, run a full or custom scan (I would advise full scan) to check for viruses/malware threats. If the scan results bring up anything malicious, check for the severity description while your antivirus does the cleaning job.

Software Conflict A damaged or wrongly installed software can lead to the runtime error problem. Ensure that you have updated drivers and have also installed all the latest patches and updates to your software. If this does not resolve the issue, uninstall the program, also remove its registry entries, and reinstall it with the help of the given CD or from the publishers website.

Manual File Replacement If you know which file is missing and how to put it back to the system directory manually, the problem will be resolved instantly. It can be little difficult for non-technical person, so, be patient and take help from Google or a techie friend. Ensure, during this process, you dont remove any other file, landing into another trouble.

Update Windows Though Windows Update automatically installs all the OS-related patches, if it doesnt then manually update Windows. It should resolve the problem fully.

Plug-ins, Additional Software Sometimes, a program running additional software, plug-ins, or add-ons causes the runtime error. Ensure that the program along with these additions is updated regularly. If it doesnt help, uninstall the additional applications one by one along with their registry entries to check whether the problem is resolved or not.

Memory Issues If your computer has low RAM, it is likely to cause the runtime error. First, ensure you dont have any abovementioned problem and then contact you computer manufacturer or vendor for additional RAM service.

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