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ShellExView is a utility used to manage shell extensions in Windows, often employed to troubleshoot context menu crashes and Explorer freezes. On WindowsForum.com, users frequently turn to ShellExView to disable third-party shell extensions that cause right-click crashes, especially on files like images or in general Explorer use. Common issues include Windows Explorer stopping when right-clicking, context menus not appearing, and system hangs. While ShellExView can resolve many such problems by disabling problematic extensions, some users report it does not always work, indicating that other factors like corrupted system files or malware may be involved. The tool is particularly relevant for Windows 7 and 8 users dealing with Explorer instability.
  1. K

    Windows 8 file explorer right click crashes

    Ever time when i tried to right click on a file explorer, either in empty area or on a file icon, it crashes... I have no idea why. Please could somebody help?? Ive tried the ShellExView method but it doesnt work on my case :( This is the problem details Description A problem caused this...
    • kkwong
    • Thread
    • application crash error reporting file explorer hang type moapphang right click shellexview troubleshooting windows
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  2. yoshirocks

    Windows 7 Windows Explorer crashes when right-clicking image files

    OK, here's my problem: Whenever I right-click on a picture file, Windows Explorer will freeze, saying Not Responding in the window title bar and in Task Manager. After ending the process and restarting Windows Explorer, I get an error that says "The remote procedure call failed and did not...
    • yoshirocks
    • Thread
    • bmp context menu crash error file explorer file explorer fixes file format freezing image files jpg not responding png remote procedure call right click shellexview task manager troubleshooting user experience windows 10 windows 11
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  3. Z

    VIDEO Context menu error:windows is stopped working after right click a file

    Hey, everytime i right click on a file my windows explorer is stopped working. With some files it works but 9/10 not. I have already tried: -deleted .reg files. -disable enable context files with autoruns or shellexview -replace explorer.exe -replace shell32.dll -deleted broken .reg files...
    • zoodje
    • Thread
    • autorun belgium ccleaner context menu dll english error explorer microsoft security norton registry right click sfc shellexview system scan troubleshooting video virus scan windows
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  4. G

    Windows 7 Right Click menu not showing in Windows Explorer

    Hello, I have read several threads in different forums regarding different types of issues with right clicking in Win 7 x64. My issue is when right clicking on folders/files within the Window Explorer. Below is my set up: Win 7 Ultimate (64) - SP1 Build 7601 AMD Athlon 64 X2 4800 (2.47Ghz...
    • gguevara
    • Thread
    • administrator configuration context menu driver issues error file explorer file management malware nvidia permissions registry right click security shellexview software tech support troubleshooting user interface windows 7
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
  5. M

    Windows 7 Upgraded using student 32bit download and having issues

    Hi, ever since i installed windows 7 my computer has barely been operable. Almost every program takes around 20 seconds to load, all my desktop icons have been replaced by blank pieces of paper, and finally every program eventually stops responding and i am forced to restart my computer. I...
    • mphstudent
    • Thread
    • desktop icons issues performance safe mode shellexview support third party upgrade windows 7
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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