Fixing Dictation Software.lnk Issues - How to Download and Repair

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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Windows File Shortcut files such as Dictation Software.lnk utilize the LNK file extension. This file is considered a LNK (Windows File Shortcut) file, and was first created by NCH Software for the NCH Express Scribe 8.26 software package.

Dictation Software.lnk was first developed on 09/18/2019 for the Windows 10 Operating System in WavePad Masters Edition 9.4. The latest version update [v8.26] for NCH Express Scribe was 8.26 released on 11/27/2019.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple LNK file troubleshooting, and list of free Dictation Software.lnk downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: Dictation Software.lnk
File Extension: LNK file extension
Description: Quick Install-on-Demand Dictation Software
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: NCH Express Scribe 8.26
Developer: NCH Software
Software: NCH Express Scribe
Software Version: 8.26
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 1269
Oldest File Date: 10/21/2019
Latest File Date: 02/18/2020


What are Dictation Software.lnk Error Messages?


General Dictation Software.lnk Runtime Errors

Dictation Software.lnk file errors often occur during the startup phase of NCH Express Scribe, but can also occur while the program is running. These types LNK errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while NCH Express Scribe is running. Here are some of the most common Dictation Software.lnk runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Users\Tester\NCH Software Suite\Dictation Software.lnk

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


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

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

You can uninstall NCH Express Scribe 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 NCH Express Scribe 8.26 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall NCH Express Scribe software.

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

NCH Express Scribe 8.26

NCH Software

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 Dictation Software.lnk 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 Dictation Software.lnk 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 Dictation Software.lnk 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 Dictation Software.lnk file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free Dictation Software.lnk files for every applicable version of NCH Express Scribe. 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 Dictation Software.lnk Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate NCH Express Scribe folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\NCH Software Suite\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\NCH Software Suite\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\NCH Software Suite\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\NCH Software Suite\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\NCH Software Suite\
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    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\NCH Software Suite\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\NCH Software Suite\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\NCH Software Suite\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\NCH Software Suite\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\NCH Software Suite\
  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 Dictation Software.lnk 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 Dictation Software.lnk Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying Dictation Software.lnk to your appropriate Windows system directory. NCH Software typically does not release NCH Express Scribe LNK 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 Dictation Software.lnk and all other LNK files for NCH Express Scribe. An incorrectly installed LNK 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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