Windows 10: I can't open system settings / programs? rundll32 error, and many more

Discus and support I can't open system settings / programs? rundll32 error, and many more in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; Hey! Today I wanted to add something to my system variables and when I searched "edit the system environment variables" and clicked on it I got a... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/Shunpaw, Nov 28, 2019.

  1. I can't open system settings / programs? rundll32 error, and many more


    Hey! Today I wanted to add something to my system variables and when I searched "edit the system environment variables" and clicked on it I got a system32\SystemPropertiesAdvanced.exe error "windows cannot access the specific device, path or file. You may not have appropriate permissions to access the item.

    Yet when I go to settings and navigate to the system variables it pops up fine.

    Then I noticed this is with everything I try to click in the windows search that is related to anything windows.

    I tried clearing my search index yet even when I click it in the settings it just gives me a similar error and then crashes the settings. I am confused, can anyone help?

    I've tried repairing with sfc.exe /scannow to no avail.

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    /u/Shunpaw, Nov 28, 2019
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  2. Paolo Mag Win User

    system error

    Hello Melinda,

    For us to provide an accurate resolution for the issue that you are experiencing, kindly elaborate the issue by answering the questions listed below:

    • Are you only receiving this error message when you're opening a Microsoft programs or any programs?
    • What are the troubleshooting steps that you have done so far?

    If you're receiving this error message only in Microsoft programs, we suggest that you visit this

    article
    . From there, you'll be able to see all the troubleshooting steps needed to resolve this issue.

    We'll be waiting for your reply.
     
    Paolo Mag, Nov 28, 2019
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  3. Jose Est Win User
    rundll32.exe error in windows 10

    Hi Aaron,

    Rundll32.exe is an application that is used to launch functionality stored in shared .dll files, because
    DLL (Dynamic Link Library) files can't be launched directly.

    Here are methods that we can do to resolve Rundll32.exe errors in Windows 10:

    Method 1 – Replace the corrupted file using Startup Repair:

    • In the search box, type Recovery options. Double-click Recovery options.
    • Go to Advanced startup, click Restart now.
    • A blue window will pop-up, select Troubleshooting.
    • Select Advanced options > Startup Settings >
      Restart.
    • On the new list with settings that will appear, select Enable debugging.

    Method 2 – Use the scannow command:

    • In the search menu, type cmd.
    • Right-click Command Prompt >Run as administrator.
    • Type the command sfc/scannow and press Enter.
    The sfc/scannow command will scan all protected system files, and replace corrupted files.

    Method 3 – Replace the corrupted Rundll file:

    • Download a copy of the Rundll32.exe file from the Internet.
    • Replace the missing or corrupted Rundll file with the new one.
      • Go to windows\system32\rundll32.exe.
      • Paste the new rundll32.exe file.

    NOTE: Downloading a copy of the Rundll32.exe
    file from the Internet may cause system issues, virus and malware infection.


    The entire risk arising out of the use of the downloaded file remains with you.

    Update us with the outcome so we can provide further assistance.
     
    Jose Est, Nov 28, 2019
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  4. zbook Win User

    I can't open system settings / programs? rundll32 error, and many more

    Programs not working


    In post 26 there were steps listed to fix the operating system corruption.
    Are you able to follow them?
    In post 29 was the suggested dism repair command.
     
    zbook, Nov 28, 2019
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