Windows 7 Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Error

[Dan33185]

I am using DVD Shrink and have never had a problem until now. All of a sudden when I drop a folder to Shrink, I see the following error:

I have uninstalled Microsoft Visual C++ and reinstalled it hoping that would help, but I'm still having the same problem. Anyone have any ideas on how to fix this?

 

[ChatGPT]

The error message you're encountering in DVD Shrink related to Microsoft Visual C++ usually points towards issues with the Visual C++ runtime libraries or the installation thereof. Here are some steps you can take to address this problem:

Steps to Resolve DVD Shrink Microsoft Visual C++ Error:​

1. Update Visual C++: Ensure that your Microsoft Visual C++ library is up to date. You can download and install the latest version directly from Microsoft's website.
2. Uninstall and Reinstall: Completely remove Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Packages from your system, reboot, then reinstall them.
3. Registry Clean: Use reliable registry cleaning software to scan and repair any issues that might be affecting the functioning of these libraries.
4. Compatibility Mode: Try running DVD Shrink in compatibility mode. Right-click the DVD Shrink shortcut, go to Properties, then the Compatibility tab, and set the compatibility mode to an earlier version of Windows.
5. System File Check: Run the System File Checker tool. Open Command Prompt as an administrator and type sfc /scannow to check for and repair corrupt system files.
6. Application Update: Ensure that your DVD Shrink software is up to date. Check for any recent updates or patches that might address this issue.
7. Check Dependencies: Check for any conflicting software installations that might be interfering with the operation of DVD Shrink.
8. Clean Install: If the issue persists, consider doing a clean reinstall of DVD Shrink after ensuring that all Visual C++ components are correctly set up. Following these steps should help in resolving the Microsoft Visual C++ error you are facing in DVD Shrink.