How to Fix Sl.ini Problems and Download Updates

Last Updated: 12/01/2023
[Time to Read Article: 5 minutes]

INI files such as sl.ini are categorized as Settings (Windows Initialization) files. As a Windows Initialization file, it was created for use in Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer 1.6 by Adblock Plus.

The first version of sl.ini was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 05/30/2019 inside Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 12.1.0.120. The most recent release for Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer 1.6 launched on 10/31/2018 [version 1.6 release].

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, INI file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of sl.ini.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: sl.ini
File Extension: INI file extension
File Type: Settings
Description: Windows Initialization
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer 1.6
Developer: Adblock Plus
Software: Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer
Software Version: 1.6
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 2642
Oldest File Date: 11/27/2019
Latest File Date: 12/07/2019


What are sl.ini Error Messages?


General sl.ini Runtime Errors

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

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files\Adblock Plus for IE\locales\sl.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 sl.ini file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, sl.ini file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer, system crash while loading or saving sl.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 sl.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 sl.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 sl.ini error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer software.

You can uninstall Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer 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 Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer 1.6 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer software.

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

Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer 1.6

Adblock Plus

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 sl.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 sl.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 sl.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 sl.ini file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free sl.ini files for every applicable version of Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer. 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 sl.ini Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\IObit Malware Fighter\Surfing Protection\Adblock\locales\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Adblock Plus for IE\locales\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\Surfing Protection\Adblock\locales\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\Surfing Protection\Adblock\locales\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare Ultimate\Surfing Protection\Adblock\locales\
  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 sl.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 sl.ini Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying sl.ini to your appropriate Windows system directory. Adblock Plus typically does not release Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer 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 sl.ini and all other INI files for Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer. 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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logUploaderSettings_te... Windows Initialization Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer 1.6 108 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\
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zh-TW.ini Windows Initialization Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer 1.6 2000 C:\Program Files\Adobe\Elements 2020 Organizer\...
bg.ini Windows Initialization Adblock Plus for Internet Explorer 1.6 3957 C:\Program Files (x86)\Stardock\CursorFX\

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