How to Download and Fix Wait_overlay.html Errors

Last Updated: 12/05/2023
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wait_overlay.html uses the HTML file extension, which is more specifically known as a Hypertext Markup Language file. It is classified as a Internet Web (Hypertext Markup Language) file, created for Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 by Avira Operations GmbH & Co. KG..

wait_overlay.html was first developed on 09/25/2019 for the Windows 10 Operating System in Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by Avira Operations GmbH & Co. KG..

This article discusses complete file details, HTML file troubleshooting instructions for problems with wait_overlay.html, 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: wait_overlay.html
File Extension: HTML file extension
File Type: Internet Web
Description: Hypertext Markup Language
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591
Developer: Avira Operations GmbH & Co. KG.
Software: Avira Free Antivirus
Software Version: 15.0.1909.1591
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 176
Oldest File Date: 10/02/2019
Latest File Date: 10/02/2019


What are wait_overlay.html Error Messages?


General wait_overlay.html Runtime Errors

wait_overlay.html file errors often occur during the startup phase of Avira Free Antivirus, but can also occur while the program is running. These types HTML errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Avira Free Antivirus is running. Here are some of the most common wait_overlay.html runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files (x86)\Avira\Launcher\htmlui\views\directives\wait_overlay.html

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


Most HTML errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your wait_overlay.html file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Avira Free Antivirus), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, wait_overlay.html file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Avira Free Antivirus, system crash while loading or saving wait_overlay.html, 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 wait_overlay.html 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 wait_overlay.html 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 wait_overlay.html error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall Avira Free Antivirus 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 Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Avira Free Antivirus software.

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

Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591

Avira Operations GmbH & Co. KG.

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 wait_overlay.html 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 wait_overlay.html 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 wait_overlay.html 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 wait_overlay.html file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free wait_overlay.html files for every applicable version of Avira Free Antivirus. 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 wait_overlay.html Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Avira Free Antivirus folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Avira\Launcher\htmlui\views\directives\
  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 wait_overlay.html 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 wait_overlay.html Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying wait_overlay.html to your appropriate Windows system directory. Avira Operations GmbH & Co. KG. typically does not release Avira Free Antivirus HTML 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 wait_overlay.html and all other HTML files for Avira Free Antivirus. An incorrectly installed HTML file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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