ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe - Repair Issues and Download

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

ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe file Thumbnail Handler Extraction Host. 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 ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe related errors on your device. You can also download ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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Fix ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe errors

1 Information about ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe file
2 Errors related to ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe file
3 How to fix ThumbnailExtractionHost.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 ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe

4.1 List of ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	Thumbnail Handler Extraction Host

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.)

Most common ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe file related problems

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

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

ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe

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

Problems related to ThumbnailExtractionHost.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 ThumbnailExtractionHost.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 ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe errors in just few steps?

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

ThumbnailExtractionHost.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 ThumbnailExtractionHost.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 ThumbnailExtractionHost.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 ThumbnailExtractionHost.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 ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the ThumbnailExtractionHost.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 ThumbnailExtractionHost.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 ThumbnailExtractionHost.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 ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe file

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\

If the steps did not solve your ThumbnailExtractionHost.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 ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe

System Windows 10

File size 28672 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	7e43e0c2672988182011fd200862656a
	SHA1	57280aeed1602912d2fe7786a6516e5d16274a7b
	SHA256	30c0cd5638216525bfe287cd36076385e26b415c751a196e3639f6036b0e4478
	CRC32	5118968e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 29696 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	3ab72deb6b51776fee7045df17268313
	SHA1	536f113f044774b1b4cc17bf8eec626e915f040e
	SHA256	6784269501e37eeabeef9ef6bb0f0c690ac90e904e9b901c540cfaa7a4dbced7
	CRC32	25e27a4a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ThumbnailExtractionHost.exe

System Windows 8

File size 26112 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	137a3f4bd47d5f91912350c13aa09b77
	SHA1	95f8fe33821419815f90acbbde61e3c66bd1d5f5
	SHA256	98c9fe8fc4e5d8e98fed8f875bdff8994ff80724e55214a1e44513f1389c091b
	CRC32	7e4b80e9
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\