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Pcdrcui.exe is Corrupt: Here’s How to Fix This Error ASAP
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Updated onMarch 18, 2024
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If you are getting thePcdrcui.exe is corrupterror message when launching the PC Doctor application, we have come with the right fixes to solve this technical problem.
The Pcdrcui.exe application is powered by PC-Doctor Inc as an independent application. Also, there are two other applications powered by PC-Doctor using the same pcdrcui.exe name, namely Lenovo ThinkVantage Toolbox and Dell SupportAssist.
However, PC Doctor consists of a set of diagnostics, system information, and software tools. They can be used tocheck the hard disk, includingscanningbad sectors and carrying out hard disk tests.Pcdrcui.exe is preinstalled in most of the Dell and Lenovo PCs.
However, some Windows users cannot run PC-Doctor, Dell SupportAssist, or Lenovo ThinkVantage, because this pcdrcui.exe file is corrupt.
Incorrect BIOS configuration, damaged or missing dynamic link library files, corrupt Windows registry, overheated CPU, malfunctioning HDD controller, lower CPU usage, and RAM shortage are some of the causes of the pcdrcui.exe error message.
In order to fix the pcdrcui.exe is corrupt error message, we compiled the solutions listed below.
How can I fix the error Pcdrcui.exe is corrupt?
1. Uninstall the application
Windows users can uninstall pcdrcui.exe so as to get rid of the error which is associated with it.
Although uninstalling the application will fix thepcdrcui.exe is corrupterror, the diagnostics, system information, and software features that characterize the application will be unavailable.
In order to uninstall pcdrcui.exe application, follow these steps:
Note: The complete uninstall of the application will prevent thepcdrcui.exe is corruptmessage from showing up ever again on your PC. This will result in the removal of the corrupt files and remove the security threats.
Keep in mind that some applications are incompatible with pcdrcui.exe and may cause problems if installed on your PC; these applications include Fitbit Connect, FrostWire 6.2.2, and Spybot.
2. Reinstall the application
You can also consider reinstalling pcdrcui.exe because thepcdrcui.exe is corrupterror. This method will replace the corrupted program files with a fresh copy.
Another advantage of this method is that the newly installed pcdrcui.exe application will run on your PC without thepcdrcui.exe is corrupterror message. In order to reinstall pcdrcui.exe; use this procedure:
Note: However, if reinstalling the pcdrcui.exe application causes a display of error pcdrcui.exe after complete uninstall, it is advisable you uninstall pcdrcui.exe again and install an alternative system utility application.
You can consider using an alternative system utility program likeCCleaner, Windows Check Disk, or ReImage Plus. Meanwhile, CCleaner is available for downloadhere.
3. Unblock pcdrcui.exe in Firewall
Windows Firewallis a network security system in Windows which regulates incoming and outgoing network traffic between your computer and other networks such as the Internet.
However, you can fix the ‘pcdrcui.exe is corrupt’ issue by unblocking pcdrcui.exe in the Windows firewall by following these steps:
Note: In steps 5 and 6 above, the pcdrcui.exe program files may be in the program name PC-Doctor, Dell SupportAssist, or Lenovo ThinkVantage depending on pcdrcui.exe preinstalled software name on your Windows PC.
For instance, if you are using Lenovo PC, browse the Lenovo ThinkVantage program files to add to the unblocked app in Windows Firewall. This will fix the ‘pcdrcui.exe is corrupt’ error message.
Also, if you are using anythird-party firewall software, follow the steps above and use your user account with Administrator privilege before making any firewall changes.
4. Repair your registry
You can use Microsoft’s System File Checker tocheck for system file corruption. The utility verifies the integrity of all protected system files and repairs files with problems when possible. Here’s how torun an SFC scan:
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Go to Start > typecmd> right-click Command Prompt > select Run as Administrator
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Now type thesfc /scannowcommand
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Wait for the scanning process to complete and then restart your computer. All corrupted files will be replaced on reboot.
In addition, you can repair your registry using adedicated repair solution. Such an application can repair and scan damaged files from your Windows PC in a few clicks.
Also, don’t forget to first back up your registry in case anything goes wrong.
5. Run a full system scan
Malware may cause various issues on your computer, including thePcdrcui.exe is corrupterror. Perform a full system scan in order to detect any malware running on your computer.
You can use Windows’ built-in antivirus, Windows Defender, orthird-party antivirussolutions.
Here’s how to run a full system scan on Windows 10:
6. Update your OS
Make sure that you’re running thelatest Windows OS updateson your machine. As a quick reminder, Microsoft constantly rolls out Windows updates in order to improve the system’s stability and fix various issues and errors.
To access the Windows Update section, you can simply typeupdatein the search box. This method works on all Windows versions. Then go to Windows Update, check for updates and install the available updates.
We hope that the solutions listed above helped you to fix thepcdrcui.exe is corrupterror message. Feel free to comment below and share your experience with the rest of the Windows community.
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
