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The Installer Couldn’t Create a Temporary Directory [Fix]
Obtain administrative privileges to fix this error message on your PC
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Updated onFebruary 23, 2024
updated onFebruary 23, 2024
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As usual, mostly for newusers, there are a lot oferror messagesand notifications encountered every day, especially on Windows 10, withThe installer couldn’t create a temporary directory.
The problem appears when installing apps and prevents the process from completing. Users reported the error with Chrome, Vivaldi, and several other programs. Keep reading to find out all about it!
Why can’t the installer create a temporary directory?
How do I fix The installer couldn’t create a temporary directory error?
Before we start, there are a few preliminary checks you can perform:
1. Select Run as administrator
In case you’re trying to update certain software, make sure that the software is completely closed. You can achieve that using Task Manager.
2. Run the setup from the Temp folder
This is not an universal solution, and it only works for certain apps.
3. Create a new Temp folder and change the variables
Creating a new Temp folder and changing the variables is the best option if the error signal clearly says that there is a problem with the temporary directory.
After all, try to install the program, and it should be able to work perfectly without throwingThe installer couldn’t create a temporary directoryerror.
4. Change the control over the TEMP folder
5. Confirm the Include inheritable permissions in the Temp folder
6. Assign full permissions over the installation directory
7. Temporarily disable your antivirus software
If you’re using a third-party antivirus, we suggest disabling it to perform these steps.
By now, you should already have access to write to the directory, which provides you with an instant remedy for thiserror. This should fixThe installer couldn’t create a temporary directoryerror.
Notwithstanding, these proffered solutions, when followed correctly, will enable you to fix theerrorof not being able to create a temporary directory encountered on Windows 10.
Before you leave, find out how toget full folder permissions in Windows, or check our guide on theSquirrelTemp folder.
Tell us which fix worked for you in the comments section below.
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Madalina Dinita
Networking & Security Specialist
Madalina has been a Windows fan ever since she got her hands on her first Windows XP computer.
She is interested in all things technology, especially emerging technologies – AI and DNA computing in particular.
Prior to joining the WindowsReport team, she worked in the corporate world for a number of years.
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Madalina is a Windows fan since forever, especially interested in AI, emerging technologies, privacy, and security.
