Defining Runtime Error 76 and Solving It

Computers are suppose to make our lives easier. We all rely on some sort of computer system everyday. We depend on them so much, when our systems fail, it can really puts a lot of stress on you. Runtime errors happen all the time. Some of us know why this happens and how to fix it, others do not. That is why I will help you understand a common Runtime error called Runtime Error 76. This error can otherwise be known as " A path not found" when the error message appears on your screen.

The most important tip I can give you, is not to ignore the error message. Even though it is possible to ignore this and finish what you are doing, further down the road , your system could potentially freeze up or even crash. Not Good! A message that reads "A path not Found" will pop up on your screen when Runtime Error 76 happens. Your computer is telling you it can not find the program you are trying to run in its directory. This can sometimes happen when you are installing a new program. When you are asked to choose a directory in your computer, your computer can make an error, causing a glitch in the installation. Every time you try to run this program your system will get confused and the Runtime Error will occur. Copying files and folders dealing with this program and moving them to other parts of the directory could also trigger Runtime Errors.

Now that you know what causes Error 76, let's try to solve the problem. Manufactures of the program you have chosen to run, create patches or updates for you to download into your computer. You can find these at the manufactures web site. This is free service provided to you for this very reason. These patches will usually correct the error.

Checking your system for viruses or spyware is also a good thing to do at this point. Viruses can also cause similar symptoms in your computer. They attach to your directory, causing the error to appear. Anti-virus and Anti-spyware programs will help you with this step.

If you have completed both of these steps and have not had success with either, there is one more thing you can do. You can un-install the corrupted program, and then re-install again. The most important tip for this step is to make sure that you back up all files and information dealing with the original installation of the program to a disk. Sometimes files can get overwritten when re-installing the program. This is a little more work, but in most cases, will solve the problem.

This article should help you understand why Runtime 76 happens, and with the three solutions given, you can fix it. In the future, when you encounter Runtime errors be sure to take the time to fix them correctly. This will ensure a long life for your computer, and less frustration for you.

Nanette Aniston is an authority in PC troubleshooting at http://www.pc-error-repair.org For a free checkup visit http://www.regcure.tv and experience your PC at it's full potential.

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