My computer keeps saying Windows Explorer has encountered a problem and needs to shut down, when its searching for files on my computer. Its windows explorer not internet explorer that shuts down. How can I fix this problem, so I can search for things on my computer with out this thing coming up?
2006-12-03 16:01:41 · 4 answers · asked by xoɟ ʍous 6 in Computers & Internet ➔ Software
1. DO NOT DOWNLOAD ANY WEIRD PROGRAMS
This is not a serious issue. Windows has had a error and its very easy to fix.
In Windows XP:
1. Right Click an empty part of your Taskbar
[This is the horizontal bar at the bottom of your screen where your Start button is]
2. Click Task Manager
[Opens a list of running tasks/programs]
3. Click the Applications Tab
[Shows active programs - Chat , Internet Explorer etc ]
4. Click New Task
[Opens a new task if needed ]
5. Type "explorer"
[Without quotations ]
6. Press Enter
Windows Explorer should now be running.
Also if your task bar is suddenly missing due to this error, Go to My Computer and do the same thing.
If this continues or does not fix the problem, restart Windows. IF it persists, I strongly recommend performing an antivirus scan as this may be an infection of malicious harmful software.
Hope it helps
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2006-12-03 16:14:04 · answer #1 · answered by Brian 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can try this in case essential files are not restored at startup:
Open Word
click Help
click Detect and Repair
Source: Upgrading to MS Office 2000, p. 178.
2006-12-03 17:09:34 · answer #2 · answered by TheHumbleOne 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It Is Possible That You Have A Virus
If it doesn't help I would seriously consider taking it to a tech and having them do a backup,and reinstall of your operating system. This may sound silly but be sure to tell them you want all your My Documents and Desltop Items Put Back On Your PC.Hope This Helps You
If You Have Any Questions Please feel free to e-mail me
My Name Is Angela
2006-12-03 16:41:56 · answer #3 · answered by sapphire_71_99 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Download and run this free program to fix your pc. It's free and very good. http://www.download.com/Advanced-WindowsCare-Personal/3000-2086-10407614.html?part=dl-AdvancedW&subj=uo&tag=button. Good luck. Mikie.
2006-12-03 16:05:58 · answer #4 · answered by Mikie 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋