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Repair Scratch.exe Issues (How to Download and Fix)

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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EXE files such as Scratch.exe are categorized as Win32 EXE (Windows Executable) files. As a Windows Executable file, it was created for use in Scratch 1.4 by Scratch.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for Scratch.exe was on 11/10/2010 inside Scratch 1.4. This is the most recent release date from Scratch, according to our records.

Please see below for more detailed information, EXE file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of Scratch.exe.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	Scratch.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
File Type:	Executable Application
Description:	Windows Executable
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Scratch 1.4
Developer:	Scratch
Software:	Scratch
Software Version:	1.4

File Details
Entry Point:	0x11d4
Code Size:	897536

View Other Scratch.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	1021 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:07 12:36:20+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2008:11:14 17:27:06+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	2.55
Code Size:	897536
Initialized Data Size:	146944
Uninitialized Data Size:	219136
Entry Point:	0x11d4
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	1.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI

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What are Scratch.exe Error Messages?

Scratch.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Scratch errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when Scratch.exe is attempted to be loaded either when Scratch is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Scratch.

In most cases, Scratch.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these Scratch.exe error messages mean that Scratch was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Scratch will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common Scratch.exe errors include:

Scratch.exe - Bad Image.
Scratch.exe Application Error.
Scratch.exe could not be found.
Scratch.exe could not be installed.
Scratch.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
Scratch.exe could not be started.
Scratch.exe failed to initialize properly.
Scratch.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
Scratch.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
Scratch.exe is not running.
Cannot find Scratch.exe.
Error starting program: Scratch.exe.
Faulting Application Path: Scratch.exe.
The file Scratch.exe is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - Scratch.exe.

System Error

The program can’t start because Scratch.exe is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

Finding the source of the Scratch.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting Scratch.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Scratch 1.4. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Scratch, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of Scratch.exe errors can occur if it has been accidentally moved, deleted, or corrupted by a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

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How to Fix Scratch.exe Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your Scratch.exe issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the Scratch.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Scratch (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Scratch software.

You can uninstall Scratch software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for Scratch 1.4 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Scratch software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Scratch 1.4

Scratch

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many Scratch.exe error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the Scratch.exe error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your Scratch.exe File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate Scratch.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free Scratch.exe files for every applicable version of Scratch. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download Scratch.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Scratch folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Scratch\
Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve Scratch.exe problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download Scratch.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying Scratch.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Scratch typically does not release Scratch EXE files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing Scratch.exe and all other EXE files for Scratch. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Scratch 1.4

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

Scratch.exe

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	1045504
File Date:	01/07/2020
MD5 Checksum:	30888b35ca1c40f8cbe952d49d4bebad
SHA1 Checksum:	0ff5a1176e8baf6fdac35c59df0f97945ad7ba60
SHA256 Checksum:	969e81acc04998bce7110671281cff2baaaf513045e03af94f51fbc77bcef347
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Scratch\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	1.0
Initialized Data Size:	146944
Linker Version:	2.55
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/07/2020

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