How to Download and Fix Common.ShowHelp.exe?

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing Common.ShowHelp.exe files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent Common.ShowHelp.exe file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

Common.ShowHelp.exe file Windows Executable. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Office software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of Common.ShowHelp.exe related errors on your device. You can also download Common.ShowHelp.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8

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Fix Common.ShowHelp.exe errors

1 Information about Common.ShowHelp.exe file
2 Errors related to Common.ShowHelp.exe file
3 How to fix Common.ShowHelp.exe related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download Common.ShowHelp.exe

4.1 List of Common.ShowHelp.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	Common.ShowHelp.exe
File extension	EXE
Type	Executable Application
Description	Windows Executable

Software
Program	Office 2013
Software	Office
Author	Microsoft
Software version	2013

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
Entry point	0x1956
Code size	6144

Most common Common.ShowHelp.exe file related problems

There are various types of errors related to Common.ShowHelp.exe file. Common.ShowHelp.exe file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to Common.ShowHelp.exe file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

Common.ShowHelp.exe is corrupted
Common.ShowHelp.exe cannot be located
Runtime Error - Common.ShowHelp.exe
Common.ShowHelp.exe file error
Common.ShowHelp.exe file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register Common.ShowHelp.exe file:
Common.ShowHelp.exe file could not be loaded
Common.ShowHelp.exe file doesn't exist

Common.ShowHelp.exe

Application could not be started because Common.ShowHelp.exe file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to Common.ShowHelp.exe can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing Common.ShowHelp.exe file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix Common.ShowHelp.exe errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

Common.ShowHelp.exe file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with Common.ShowHelp.exe file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to Common.ShowHelp.exe file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of Common.ShowHelp.exe or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to Common.ShowHelp.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the Common.ShowHelp.exe file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the Common.ShowHelp.exe file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the Common.ShowHelp.exe file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace Common.ShowHelp.exe file

The last solution is to manually download and replace Common.ShowHelp.exe file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded Common.ShowHelp.exe file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of Common.ShowHelp.exe file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office15\DCF\
Windows 8: ---

If the steps did not solve your Common.ShowHelp.exe file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename Common.ShowHelp.exe

System Windows 10

File size 14928 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	0cf56a130cb5da4ff6d16b3461074400
	SHA1	925ab34901b9accf29b97882a27196e29e8c331e
	SHA256	5a3f5360c4ffbe9df104fcfafbecb269566e05066e543fe0e4827dadd2caab1a
	CRC32	52093022
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office15\DCF\

Filename Common.ShowHelp.exe

System Windows 8

File size 14928 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

Download

File details
	MD5	0cf56a130cb5da4ff6d16b3461074400
	SHA1	925ab34901b9accf29b97882a27196e29e8c331e
	SHA256	5a3f5360c4ffbe9df104fcfafbecb269566e05066e543fe0e4827dadd2caab1a
	CRC32	52093022
	Example file location	---