Repair Nitro Reader.lnk Issues (How to Download and Fix)

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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Windows File Shortcut files such as Nitro Reader.lnk utilize the LNK file extension. This file is considered a LNK (Windows File Shortcut) file, and was first created by Nitro Software for the Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2 software package.

Nitro Reader.lnk was first developed on 08/02/2016 for the Windows 10 Operating System in Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by Nitro Software.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: Nitro Reader.lnk
File Extension: LNK file extension
File Type: Shortcut
Description: Windows File Shortcut
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2
Developer: Nitro Software
Software: Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit)
Software Version: 5.5.9.2
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 2034
Oldest File Date: 11/23/2019
Latest File Date: 11/23/2019


What are Nitro Reader.lnk Error Messages?


General Nitro Reader.lnk Runtime Errors

Nitro Reader.lnk file errors often occur during the startup phase of Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit), but can also occur while the program is running. These types LNK errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) is running. Here are some of the most common Nitro Reader.lnk runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Users\Public\Desktop\Nitro Reader.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 Nitro Reader.lnk file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit)), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, Nitro Reader.lnk file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit), system crash while loading or saving Nitro Reader.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 Nitro Reader.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 Nitro Reader.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 Nitro Reader.lnk error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) software.

You can uninstall Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 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 Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) software.

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

Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2

Nitro 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 Nitro Reader.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 Nitro Reader.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 Nitro Reader.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 Nitro Reader.lnk file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free Nitro Reader.lnk files for every applicable version of Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit). 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 Nitro Reader.lnk Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Public\Desktop\
  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 Nitro Reader.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 Nitro Reader.lnk Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying Nitro Reader.lnk to your appropriate Windows system directory. Nitro Software typically does not release Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 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 Nitro Reader.lnk and all other LNK files for Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit). 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


Files Related to Nitro Reader.lnk


LNK Files Related to Nitro Reader.lnk

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
Nitro Reader.lnk Windows File Shortcut Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2 2034 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.GetHelp_...

Other Files Related to Nitro Reader.lnk

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
setupact.log Log Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2 16692 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
PerfStringBackup.INI Windows Initialization Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2 1321920 C:\Windows\System32\
api-ms-win-core-handle... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12) 11112 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
ntuser.dat Game Data Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2 262144 C:\Windows\ServiceProfiles\LocalService\
ntuser.dat Game Data Nitro PDF Reader (64-bit) 5.5.9.2 262144 C:\Windows\ServiceProfiles\NetworkService\


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