Windows 10: I can't open any .exe all of a sudden

Discus and support I can't open any .exe all of a sudden in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; When I attempt to open executable files they won't open and I get this error: C:\Users\me\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Quick... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/IwishIwasElonMusk, Mar 23, 2020.

  1. I can't open any .exe all of a sudden


    When I attempt to open executable files they won't open and I get this error:

    C:\Users\me\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Internet Explorer\Quick Launch\User Pinned[app name].Ink

    Application not found, or I get:

    "You'll need a new app to open this .exe file"

    I tried editing the regedit and tried running sfc and DISM, neither worked.

    What can I do to fix this?

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    /u/IwishIwasElonMusk, Mar 23, 2020
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  2. Exe files can only be opened by "run as administrator"

    Hi,

    Corrupted registry settings, some third-party products, or viruses can change the default configuration for running .exe files. To rectify the issue with opening this particular file type, we suggest that you follow the steps
    below:

    • Right-click on the Start button, then choose Command Prompt (Admin) from the menu.
    • Type regedit and press Enter.
    • Go to HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.exe.
    • Double-click (Default) key, then set the Value data to
      exefile.
    • Scroll down to go to HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\exefile\shell\open\command key.
    • Double-click (Default) key, then set the Value data to “%1” %*.
    • Restart your computer.

    Update us if it addressed your issue.

    Thank you.
     
    Angela Pun, Mar 23, 2020
    #2
  3. Exe's won't open

    Hi Logan,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community. Your interest in Windows 10 is much appreciated.

    I’m sorry to know that you are getting a pop up stating "You'll need a new app to open this file" when trying to run an exe file.
    I apologize for the inconvenience caused to you. I will be happy to assist you with this.

    Please provide us the following information, to assist you further.

    • Let us know the exe file type that you are trying to run?

    • What is the size of the exe file ?
    Please reply with the above information and we would be glad to assist you further.

    Thank you.
     
    Vijaya Kumari 1, Mar 23, 2020
    #3
  4. I can't open any .exe all of a sudden

    can't open .exe files windows 10

    Nothing happens after i I click on any .exe file
     
    VijayNishad, Mar 23, 2020
    #4
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