How to Download, Fix, and Update Unk.dat.gz

Last Updated: 11/24/2023
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unk.dat.gz, also known as a Gnu Zipped Archive file, was created by Adobe Systems Incorporated for the development of Adobe Photoshop CC. GZ files fall under under the GZIP (Gnu Zipped Archive) file type category.

unk.dat.gz was first developed on 04/07/2013 for the Windows 10 Operating System in Adobe Photoshop CC. According to our records, this is the primary and most recent file release from Adobe Systems Incorporated.

This article discusses complete file details, GZ file troubleshooting instructions for problems with unk.dat.gz, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: unk.dat.gz
File Extension: GZ file extension
File Type: Archive
Description: Gnu Zipped Archive
MIME Type: application/x-gzip
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Adobe Photoshop CC
Developer: Adobe Systems Incorporated
Software: Adobe Photoshop
Software Version: CC
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 10512
Oldest File Date: 11/16/2019
Latest File Date: 11/16/2019


What are unk.dat.gz Error Messages?


General unk.dat.gz Runtime Errors

unk.dat.gz file errors often occur during the startup phase of Adobe Photoshop, but can also occur while the program is running. These types GZ errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Adobe Photoshop is running. Here are some of the most common unk.dat.gz runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Photoshop CC 2019\Required\www-universal-search\build\dict\unk.dat.gz

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most GZ errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your unk.dat.gz file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Adobe Photoshop), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, unk.dat.gz file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Adobe Photoshop, system crash while loading or saving unk.dat.gz, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix unk.dat.gz 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 unk.dat.gz 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 unk.dat.gz error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Adobe Photoshop 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 Adobe Photoshop CC and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Adobe Photoshop CC

Adobe Systems Incorporated

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 unk.dat.gz 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 unk.dat.gz 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 unk.dat.gz 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 unk.dat.gz file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free unk.dat.gz files for every applicable version of Adobe Photoshop. 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 unk.dat.gz Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Adobe Photoshop folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Photoshop CC 2019\Required\www-universal-search\build\dict\
  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 unk.dat.gz 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 unk.dat.gz Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying unk.dat.gz to your appropriate Windows system directory. Adobe Systems Incorporated typically does not release Adobe Photoshop GZ 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 unk.dat.gz and all other GZ files for Adobe Photoshop. An incorrectly installed GZ file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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