Windows 10: explorer.exe will not run

Discus and support explorer.exe will not run in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I have a DELL Inspiron 5490 desktop running windows 11. I updated the BIOS as recommended by DELL and afterwards the PC boots almost normally but... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Buntobox, Aug 5, 2023.

  1. BUNTOBOX
    Buntobox Win User

    explorer.exe will not run


    I have a DELL Inspiron 5490 desktop running windows 11. I updated the BIOS as recommended by DELL and afterwards the PC boots almost normally but explorer.exe will not run. The screen is blank. I can start programs manually from the task manager but if I try to start explorer.exe that way, it starts and then stops again almost immediately. I tried reimaging the PC and it worked correctly for about fifteen seconds and then the screen went blank again with the same explorer.exe issue. I have tried a system repair, booting in safe mode, re flashing the BIOS but nothing changes. I did briefly see

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    Buntobox, Aug 5, 2023
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  2. ERIC BER
    Eric Ber Win User

    Can't run .exe file

    Hi Phil,

    There are several reasons why you are having issues running .exe files on your Windows 10 laptop. To assist you better, kindly answer the questions below:

    • Have you made any changes to your laptop prior to this issue?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you done so far?
    • What is the error message that you received when running .exe files?

    Regards.
     
    Eric Ber, Aug 5, 2023
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  3. EESHWAR KUMAR
    Eeshwar Kumar Win User
    USB drive will not run exes.

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. I understand the inconvenience caused to you and will help you in solving the issue.

    To assist you better, I would like to ask if you have installed any Antivirus in the Laptop.

    I suggest you to run the program in compatibility mode by following the steps provided below and check if the issue persist.

    • Right click on the “.exe” file of the program and select properties.
    • Under Compatibility tab, check the option for “Run in Compatibility mode”.
    • Select the Operating System from the drop down list.
    • Click on Apply and OK.

    Hope the information is helpful. Feel free to write to us for any other assistance with Windows, we’ll be glad to assist you.
     
    Eeshwar Kumar, Aug 5, 2023
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  4. SACHIN VENKATESH
    Sachin Venkatesh Win User

    explorer.exe will not run

    Can't run exe file

    Hello Mike,

    I realize the inconvenience you are facing in running the .exe file. We will help you.

    To assist you better, I suggest you to answer the below questions.

    • What application are you trying to install?
    • Are you getting any error message when you try to install the application?
    • From where did you download the application?
    Please post to us with ,ore information to help you better.
     
    Sachin Venkatesh, Aug 5, 2023
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