The Error:
The error message, “________________ is not a valid Win32 application,”
can
occur when you try to open a program or file. This error message can be caused
by a number of issues including a file designed for a different version of
windows, a corrupt, bad, or missing file, or a mismatch of 64-bit program on a
32-bit Windows machine.
If the error message is in response to a downloaded file, confirm
that the file is compatible with your version of Windows, then try deleting the
file and re-downloading it in case the download process corrupted the file.
If the
error occurs in response to opening a program, check that the program is
installed on your computer (particularly if you’re clicking on a shortcut) and
make sure the program does not contain the same name as the file name directory
that contains the program. You might also try installing it in a different
directory. Also install the latest drivers on the machine to help rule out
hardware incompatibilities.
Lastly, if
the issue is a mismatch of a 64-bit program on a 32-bit machine, then your best
bet may be to install the 32-bit program instead.
