How to Download and Fix Paths.ini Errors

Last Updated: 12/07/2023
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paths.ini uses the INI file extension, which is more specifically known as a Windows Initialization file. It is classified as a Settings (Windows Initialization) file, created for Winamp 5.8 beta build 3660 by Nullsoft.

paths.ini was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 10/18/2018 with Winamp 5.8 beta build 3660. This is not only most recent release from Nullsoft, but it's the only version known in existence.

Please see below for more detailed information, INI file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of paths.ini.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: paths.ini
File Extension: INI file extension
File Type: Settings
Description: Windows Initialization
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Winamp 5.8 beta build 3660
Developer: Nullsoft
Software: Winamp
Software Version: 5.8 beta build 3660
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 30
Oldest File Date: 10/10/2019
Latest File Date: 10/10/2019


What are paths.ini Error Messages?


General paths.ini Runtime Errors

paths.ini file errors often occur during the startup phase of Winamp, but can also occur while the program is running. These types INI errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Winamp is running. Here are some of the most common paths.ini runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files (x86)\Winamp\paths.ini

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


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

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

You can uninstall Winamp 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 Winamp 5.8 beta build 3660 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Winamp 5.8 beta build 3660

Nullsoft

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


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying paths.ini to your appropriate Windows system directory. Nullsoft typically does not release Winamp INI 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 paths.ini and all other INI files for Winamp. An incorrectly installed INI 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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