Windows 10: Application requires version of .NET framework to start

When I boot up my laptop, try to open discord, and try to open Visual Studios I get the same error telling me I need a certain version of .NET framework. When I go to install the specified version it tells me I already have it. I have tried enabling framework features, repairing the framework, using the framework repair tool, and updating windows but nothing has worked. Please help

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getting error message' This application requires one of the following versions of the .NET framework: .NETFramework, Version = v4.5.2

Hi clareburns,

The .NET Framework is an integral part of many applications running on Windows and provides common functionality for those applications to run. The .NET Framework 4.5.2 is already pre-installed on your computer. For us to assist you better, kindly answer
the questions below:

• Have you made any changes to your computer prior to this issue?
• What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?
• Which version and OS build number of Windows 10 is currently installed? To check, press the Windows key, type winver, and press the Enter key.
• Do you have a third-party security software installed?

Meanwhile, I would suggest that you download and run the Microsoft .NET Framework Repair tool from this

link. The tool tries to resolve those issues by applying known fixes or by repairing the corrupted installations of the supported .NET Framework versions.

We're looking forward to your reply.

 

.NET Framework 2.0 RC

"The Microsoft .NET Framework v2.0 Release Candidate installs the .NET Framework runtime and associated files required to run applications developed to target the .NET Framework v2.0."

"The .NET Framework version 2.0 Release Candidate improves scalability and performance of applications with improved caching, application deployment and updating with ClickOnce, support for the broadest array of browsers and devices with ASP.NET 2.0 controls and services. For more information on the .NET Framework 2.0, click here."

System Requirements:
Supported Operating Systems: Windows 2000; Windows 98; Windows 98 Second Edition; Windows ME; Windows Server 2003; Windows XP

Required Software:

• Windows Installer 3.0 (except for Windows 98/ME, which require Windows Installer 2.0 or later).
• Windows Installer 3.1 or later is recommended.
• IE 5.01 or later: You must also be running Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 or later for all installations of the .NET Framework.

Disk Space Requirements: 280 MB (x86), 610 MB (x64)


Download Here

 

Start menu not working with .NET framework error

Hi Jankauskas,

Welcome to Microsoft community.

As per your post, Start menu not working with .NET framework error on your system and we are glad to assist you to fix the issue.

• What is the version of .NET framework on your system?

This issue may occur due to corrupt Windows system files or due to the conflict between any third party applications on your system.

I suggest you to follow these methods below to fix your issue:

Method 1:

Let's try to perform a clean boot and check. Setting the system in a clean boot state will help to identify if any third party applications or startup items are causing the issue.

How to perform a clean boot in Windows.

How to perform a clean boot in Windows - Microsoft Support

Disclaimer: After clean boot troubleshooting steps, refer to the section "How to reset the computer to start as usual after troubleshooting with clean boot" in the provided link to return your computer to Normal startup mode.

Method 2:

If that doesn’t work, I suggest you to uninstall and re-install
.NET Framework and then check, if this fixes the issue.

Let's try to follow these steps below:

a. Type “Turn Windows Features on or off” without quotes in the search box and hit enter.

b. Expand “.NET Framework ” option.

c. Un-check “.NET Framework ”.

d. Restart the computer.

Follow these steps to re-install .NET Framework :

a. Type “Turn Windows Features on or off” without quotes in the search box and hit enter.

b. Expand “.NET Framework ” option.

c. Make a check mark next to “.NET Framework
”.

d. Restart the computer.

Hope the above information helps. Reply with necessary information and the result to help you further.

Thank you.