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Fix: A Javascript Error Occurred in the Main Process [Discord]
Note that as a last resort, you may reinstall the Discord app
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Updated onDecember 7, 2023
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If you’re an avid user of online chatting apps such as Skype or Discord, there’s a chance you may encounter errors. Such an error isA Javascript error that occurred in the main process.
Many people complained about this problem. We understand how annoying it can be, especially if you constantly use Discord to contact your friends.
That is why we prepared a dedicated guide to teach you how to fix this Javascript error and get back to using the Discord app without any worries.
What causesa JavaScript error occurred in the main process?
Before getting into the main subject of this guide, here are the most common reasons why this JavaScript error can occur in the main Discord process:
Now that everything is clear, let’s see the most efficient ways to eliminate this problem.
How do I fixa JavaScript error occurred in the main processon Discord?
1. Automatically start the Quality Windows Audio Video Experience service
Even if this option is extremely efficient, there is a slight chance you may get anerrorlabeled:
Windows could not start the service on Local Computer. Error 1079: The account specifies for this service differs from the account specified for other services running in the same process.
If this happens, proceed as follows:
2. Run your program without administrative privileges
3. Delete your program’s folders from %AppData folder
1. Use the following keyboard shortcut:Windows+E.
2.Navigate toThis PC.
3.Go to the location below, replacing the wordafamowith your username.
C:\Users\afamo\AppData\Roaming\discord
4.Right-click on theDiscord folder, then selectDelete. If you get an error message stating that the program can’t be deleted because it is in use, enter the Task Manager and end it first.
A quick fix for thea Javascript error in the main processissue is to delete Discord’s folders from the AppData folder on your PC. This can be done manually in a few clicks.
4. Re-install your program
However, a simple uninstall does not permanently delete all traces of the software’s files, directories, and registry entries, which remain on your computer.
While this may not seem like a big deal, it might lead to problems later.
In this case, we strongly recommend checking thebest uninstaller software for Windows 10 PCs. These options will eliminate all traces and leftovers of Skype or Discord, allowing you to reinstall it safely.
We ensure to deliver only the most efficient solutions. If you followed the steps closely, the Javascript error in the main process should now be solved.
Users have experienced a Javascript error that occurred in the main process with Visual Studio code, Teams, Faceit, and Steam, and some of these solutions may be adapted.
If you have any other additional questions regarding thea Javascript error occurred in the main processin Discord issue, do not hesitate to use the comment section below.
More about the topics:Discord,Javascript
Teodor Nechita
Eager to help those in need, Teodor writes articles daily on subjects regarding Windows, Xbox, and all things tech-related.
When not working, you may usually find him either at the gym or taking a stroll in the park, trying to find inspiration for the next articles he may write.
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