How to Repair Deskinst.log (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/30/2023
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deskinst.log, also known as a Log file, was created by Docudesk for the development of DeskPDF Creator 5.1. LOG files fall under under the Text (Log) file type category.

The first version of deskinst.log was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 06/19/2012 inside DeskPDF Creator 5.1. This is the most recent release date from Docudesk, according to our records.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple LOG file troubleshooting, and list of free deskinst.log downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: deskinst.log
File Extension: LOG file extension
File Type: Text
Description: Log
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: DeskPDF Creator 5.1
Developer: Docudesk
Software: DeskPDF Creator
Software Version: 5.1
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 1033
Oldest File Date: 11/28/2019
Latest File Date: 11/28/2019


What are deskinst.log Error Messages?


General deskinst.log Runtime Errors

deskinst.log file errors often occur during the startup phase of DeskPDF Creator, but can also occur while the program is running. These types LOG errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while DeskPDF Creator is running. Here are some of the most common deskinst.log runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Windows\deskinst.log

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


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

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

You can uninstall DeskPDF Creator 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 DeskPDF Creator 5.1 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

DeskPDF Creator 5.1

Docudesk

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


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying deskinst.log to your appropriate Windows system directory. Docudesk typically does not release DeskPDF Creator LOG 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 deskinst.log and all other LOG files for DeskPDF Creator. An incorrectly installed LOG 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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LOG Files Related to deskinst.log

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
SRUtmp.log Log DeskPDF Creator 5.1 65536 C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
SRU00044.log Log DeskPDF Creator 5.1 65536 C:\Program Files\Common Files\microsoft shared\...
ngen.log Log DeskPDF Creator 5.1 421285 C:\Windows\Panther\NewOs\Panther\
Install_2019-11-28_173... Log DeskPDF Creator 5.1 32386 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Deleted\Microsoft....
taskhostw.exe.log Log DeskPDF Creator 5.1 226 C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office 15\root\vfs\P...

Other Files Related to deskinst.log

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
CBS.log Log DeskPDF Creator 5.1 888331 C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
WmiApRpl.ini Windows Initialization DeskPDF Creator 5.1 29736 C:\Windows\inf\WmiApRpl\0009\
WmiApRpl.h C/C++/Objective-C Header DeskPDF Creator 5.1 3444 C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
diagwrn.xml Extensible Markup Language DeskPDF Creator 5.1 5718 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
diagwrn.xml Extensible Markup Language DeskPDF Creator 5.1 44683 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\


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