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Troubleshoot resources.mshc Errors and Download File

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

resources.mshc file Microsoft Help Container. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of resources.mshc related errors on your device. You can also download resources.mshc file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

File info

General information
Filename resources.mshc
File extension MSHC
Type Windows Help
Description Microsoft Help Container
Software
Program Windows 10
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 10
Details
ZIP compression Deflated
MIME type application/zip
ZIP size 14791
resources.mshc

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

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

resources.mshc

Error

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

OK

Problems related to resources.mshc 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 resources.mshc 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.

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace resources.mshc 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 resources.mshc file.

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\Help\Windows\ContentStore\en-US\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\Help\Windows\ContentStore\en-GB\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\Help\Windows\ContentStore\en-GB\

If the steps did not solve your resources.mshc 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 resources.mshc
System Windows 10
File size 29907 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 6f2dbbbc53a8da13f5cf2f18d005d985
SHA1 8599eee21c4c22c78e20158f7c5fadea89a87e2e
SHA256 f5c1e2c48d2c6f3a651983725c426ddbbaed768d3c8d403f754167549a0489fa
CRC32 34958262
Example file location C:\Windows\Help\Windows\ContentStore\en-US\
Filename resources.mshc
System Windows 8.1
File size 29907 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 d35c6d5826b01e5fff40511e836ccf60
SHA1 dc5acc09edc5d304f0585e227ea0bd559e179c1d
SHA256 f538924c1917c897aad7e973a375552324e34f0d00881a0fb0266c030046054a
CRC32 90de88a7
Example file location C:\Windows\Help\Windows\ContentStore\en-GB\
Filename resources.mshc
System Windows 8
File size 29907 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 094793d6b16e2cee5ec2edf98ed884d5
SHA1 981a761d21a2d156e78b4c0e95a279982d1e2118
SHA256 ea9a2c139bb8c0cb0150ad144c43013aca0e8cbcc4cf3aa874ddeff4a3a7dbe6
CRC32 0958d021
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\Help\Windows\ContentStore\en-GB\