Windows 10: Unable to open EXE files

Discus and support Unable to open EXE files in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; I am having a problem when trying to open EXE files on this computer. When I open it, I get the error and it says "Program is not a valid Win32... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by EthanChai1, Jun 17, 2024.

  1. Unable to open EXE files


    I am having a problem when trying to open EXE files on this computer. When I open it, I get the error and it says "Program is not a valid Win32 application.How do I run EXE files without a valid Win32 application?

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    EthanChai1, Jun 17, 2024
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  2. erocker Win User

    Exe file slow to open

    A SFX archive isn't going to open right away. The files have to be extracted first. When you are opening it in WinRar, it's not extracting the file, it's just reading it which is why it opens right away.
     
    erocker, Jun 17, 2024
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  3. I changes .exe (Default) files data value, and now I can't open .exe files. Can anyone tell me the normal data value for .exe?

    Hello Nilson,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

    I understand that you have changed the values of .exe file extension and now you are unable to open any .exe files. We will help you.

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

    • How did you change the values of the .exe file extensions?
    • What was the issue to change the values for .exe?
    • Is the PC used for testing purpose or you have you changed the values for any developing purpose?
    Please post to us with more information to help you better.
     
    Sachin Venkatesh, Jun 17, 2024
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  4. Unable to open EXE files

    Unable to Open .exe file

    Hi Team,

    I wanted to install Python in my system , I downloaded the .exe file but unable to open it .

    asks me to look for an app in the store. Not sure which app I shud have in my system to open it.

    Could you please advice on this.
     
    anchana xavier, Jun 17, 2024
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