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Download tasklist.exe to Fix Errors

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing tasklist.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 tasklist.exe file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

tasklist.exe file Lists the current running tasks. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of tasklist.exe related errors on your device. You can also download tasklist.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

File info

General information
Filename tasklist.exe
File extension EXE
Description Lists the current running tasks
Software
Program Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author Microsoft Corporation
Details
MIME type application/octet-stream
File type Executable application
System Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set Unicode
Language cod English (U.S.)
tasklist.exe

There are various types of errors related to tasklist.exe file. tasklist.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 tasklist.exe file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

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

tasklist.exe

Error

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

OK

Problems related to tasklist.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 tasklist.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.

tasklist.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with tasklist.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.

Windows Update

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

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 tasklist.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

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 tasklist.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the tasklist.exe file with properly working version. To use the tool:

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

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

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

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

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the tasklist.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 tasklist.exe file

The last solution is to manually download and replace tasklist.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 tasklist.exe file.

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your tasklist.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 tasklist.exe
System Windows 10
File size 79872 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 f033aab212d39e570af3517788db97ca
SHA1 b1c97273179e858f0be40029cd468e0a263aa623
SHA256 b9fb02b990a518a6fe139814236d78f166dce02904445956038225f91a9edb8b
CRC32 2a49c4fd
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename tasklist.exe
System Windows 8.1
File size 80896 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 c68a9321b783be9641c6a51c68c01004
SHA1 5578280547ac55e9b35326bceea6cb2a98c0b675
SHA256 d89ab72ad8a071593be0f48c5fc0fc40802c1bdea05e39aebbf26fabe2fefece
CRC32 f5b46fcd
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename tasklist.exe
System Windows 8
File size 80896 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 3d21c4def85f8366a64305d652403f20
SHA1 c6a8d39b9f832c62fa1065fe687ab8a557d0a4cd
SHA256 1655150182574486a807609ce38b3066ff7c1ea956ac1cdd81372f58fdcb14ee
CRC32 6b315590
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Filename tasklist.exe
System Windows 7
File size 108544 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 77f42591de77cc1e2eae8e4933ba64f5
SHA1 b29b8e863f2d22ad8ebe6cba854c905314c3c944
SHA256 9fdc5e65a079b0e4429020dbc94ee92c3508433b1faf77059c649b53dbccf3ef
CRC32 bb9df8ba
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename tasklist.exe
System Windows 7
File size 80896 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 a9a00e71e3dd67b029fc904fe3bb61da
SHA1 430aa43010eef3cd43ed445777f3d5ccf6bc4c27
SHA256 ad3e811249da750d80f2762c3aeb403780c1b69d05911e3c9950a7daed9e6670
CRC32 5baf2eba
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename tasklist.exe
System Windows Vista
File size 80896 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 11941f4f7fa19be171c765e2571ef8f4
SHA1 c873d5b61753457ffc46200efeff268c9fa2eb74
SHA256 3f657f96eb37a286fbad271b09251e7a1ff784c0a7ac78593a3b9f68c520c8a4
CRC32 5e07b0d7
Example file location ---
Filename tasklist.exe
System Windows Vista
File size 108544 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
File details
MD5 3201ed1b8c70ee877cc1ade3259c7d7d
SHA1 33d357e3065447af70a9ee1f757cd418deedbad1
SHA256 2f02e1434497066478502773a69fd0f66f61aafbe6b990ad516f2cbadd0661d0
CRC32 aaed47e5
Example file location ---
Filename tasklist.exe
System Windows XP
File size 77824 bytes
Date 2008-04-14
File details
MD5 e8b108654c5789ad3f75e08b0a89c609
SHA1 ce2c9ccc1edeb06ffd5f711d5921483a8eda624d
SHA256 17e6ab4020082d929e529496eff5de8d4962cf721ad0c1467117fc6ddcbd34cf
CRC32 4d7ba126
Example file location ---