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How do I fix error code 32773?

Alton Alexander
By Alton AlexanderUpdated on June 4th, 2022

Error code 32773 is a Windows error code that indicates a problem with a file or directory. The error may be caused by a corrupt or missing file, or by a corrupt or missing directory. The error may also be caused by a corrupt or missing registry entry.

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1. Check the spelling of the command you are trying to run

The command you are trying to run might be spelt incorrectly. In order to check the spelling, you need to run the command in a terminal. To do this, open a terminal by clicking on the icon on your computer's desktop. Once you have open the terminal, type the command you are trying to run and press enter. If the command is spelt correctly, you will see a response similar to the following: The command you are trying to run is correct.

2. Make sure the command is in the correct format

  1. Verify the command is entered correctly.
  2. Check for any incorrect arguments.
  3. Verify that the path and file name are correct.
  4. Verify that the command is executable.
  5. Check for any possible errors.

3. Ensure that the correct software is installed on your computer

  1. Open Windows Explorer and browse to the C: drive.
  2. Right-click on the Program Files folder and select “Properties.”
  3. On the “General” tab, make sure that the “Startup Type” is set to “Windows XP.”
  4. If the “Startup Type” is not set to “Windows XP,” click on the “Change” button and select “Windows XP.”
  5. Click on the “OK” button to close the “Properties” window.
  6. Double-click on the “Windows XP” icon on the desktop to open the “Windows XP” start menu.
  7. Click on the “All Programs” icon to open the “Programs” window.
  8. Locate and click on the “Accessories” icon.
  9. Double-click on the “System Tools” icon to open the “System Tools” window.
  10. Click on the “Performance Monitor” icon to open the “Performance Monitor” window.
  11. Click on the “Error Codes” tab to open the “Error Codes” window.
  12. Scroll down to the “32773” column and click on the “Edit” button.
  13. In the “Error Code” window, make sure that the correct software is selected in the “Selector” drop-down list.
  14. If the software is not selected in the “Selector” drop-down list, click on the “Add” button and select the correct software from the “Selector” drop-down list.
  15. Click on the “OK” button to close the “Error Code” window.
  16. Click on the “Close” button to close the “System Tools” window.
  17. Click on the “OK” button to close the “Performance Monitor” window.
  18. Close Windows Explorer.

If the answers above didn't work then you should also try:

  1. Check your computer's PATH environment variable to make sure it is set correctly.
  2. Contact the software vendor for assistance.