3 Steps to Download and Fix ShortcutTaskAgent.exe Errors

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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The development of AOMEI Backupper 5.3 by AOMEI Technology prompted the latest creation of ShortcutTaskAgent.exe. It is also known as a Windows Executable file (file extension EXE), which is classified as a type of Win32 EXE (Windows Executable) file.

ShortcutTaskAgent.exe was first developed on 10/08/2019 for the Windows 10 Operating System in AOMEI Backupper 5.3. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by AOMEI Technology.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple EXE file troubleshooting, and list of free ShortcutTaskAgent.exe downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: ShortcutTaskAgent.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
File Type: Executable Application
Description: Windows Executable
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: AOMEI Backupper 5.3
Developer: AOMEI Technology
Software: AOMEI Backupper
Software Version: 5.3
File Details
Entry Point: 0x2073
Code Size: 8192


What are ShortcutTaskAgent.exe Error Messages?


ShortcutTaskAgent.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common ShortcutTaskAgent.exe errors include:

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


The program can’t start because ShortcutTaskAgent.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 ShortcutTaskAgent.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting ShortcutTaskAgent.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using AOMEI Backupper 5.3. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of AOMEI Technology, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of ShortcutTaskAgent.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.



How to Fix ShortcutTaskAgent.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 ShortcutTaskAgent.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):

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

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

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

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

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for AOMEI Backupper 5.3 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

AOMEI Backupper 5.3

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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 ShortcutTaskAgent.exe error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

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

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



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your ShortcutTaskAgent.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 ShortcutTaskAgent.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ShortcutTaskAgent.exe files for every applicable version of AOMEI Backupper. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download ShortcutTaskAgent.exe Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate AOMEI Backupper folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\AOMEI Backupper\
  4. 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 ShortcutTaskAgent.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.



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


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying ShortcutTaskAgent.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. AOMEI Technology typically does not release AOMEI Backupper 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 ShortcutTaskAgent.exe and all other EXE files for AOMEI Backupper. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


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