What is Openwith.exe & How to Fix Its Errors?

Restoring the file from a backup is a convinient fix

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Updated onJuly 11, 2024

updated onJuly 11, 2024

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If you have ever tried to open a file on the Windows operating system, you must have used openwith.exe. You may wonder how since you have not intentionally run such a file.

In this guide, we explore the executable,m tell you it is used, and help you solve common errors around it.

What is Openwith.exe?

The openwith.exe executable file is a Windows operating system component. It manages how theOpen Withdialog box behaves when a user tries to open a file with an unrecognized or unfamiliar file extension.

Openwith.exe’s primary purpose is to make choosing the right software to open a specific file type easier. For instance, OpenWith.exe will launch the defaultimage viewer softwarewhen you double-click a .jpg file.

Common errors relating to the executable include openwith.exe not found, openwith.exe application error, and a corrupted or missing openWith.exe file. So let us show you how to resolve these.

How do I fix openwith.exe errors?

Before you go ahead with detailed troubleshooting, you should try these workarounds:

If the above do not work, continue to the more detailed solutions below.

1. Repair the Windows Registry

Issues with the registry may lead to openwith.exe problems. While you can make manual modifications, we recommend using automated orspecialized registry repair software.

The registry can develop errors, broken links, orphaned entries, and erroneous data over time, affecting system stability and performance. These registry repair tools are designed to scan and fix issues within the Windows registry.

2. Run a System File Checker (SFC) scan

3. Restore openwith.exe

4. Run a System Restore

We have written an extensive guide to help you if you haveproblems running System Restore.

Usually, when you get an error relating to openwith.exe, it comes with a notification that should help you choose what troubleshooting methods or solutions to try. In most cases, you will find a resolution using any of the solutions above.

Speaking of unknown files, many reportedDltray.exeon their devices, and we have a special guide that addresses that.

Lastly, we would love to hear from you. So, if you have questions, contact us using the comments section below.

What is Openwith.exe & How to Fix Its Errors?#

What is Openwith.exe?#

How do I fix openwith.exe errors?#

1. Repair the Windows Registry#

2. Run a System File Checker (SFC) scan#

3. Restore openwith.exe#

4. Run a System Restore#