How to Download and Fix PDApp.sig Errors

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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PDApp.sig uses the SIG file extension, which is more specifically known as a Signature file. It is classified as a XML (Signature) file, created for Adobe Captivate 2017 Release by Adobe Systems Incorporated.

The initial introduction of PDApp.sig released in Adobe Acrobat DC (not specified) was for Windows 10 on 04/07/2015. The most recent release for Adobe Captivate 2017 Release launched on 07/26/2017 [version 2017 Release release].

Please continue reading to find your correct PDApp.sig file version download (free), detailed file information, and SIG file troubleshooting instructions.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: PDApp.sig
File Extension: SIG file extension
File Type: Text
Description: Signature
MIME Type: application/xml
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Adobe Captivate 2017 Release
Developer: Adobe Systems Incorporated
Software: Adobe Captivate
Software Version: 2017 Release
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 1854
Oldest File Date: 10/14/2019
Latest File Date: 02/22/2020


What are PDApp.sig Error Messages?


General PDApp.sig Runtime Errors

PDApp.sig file errors often occur during the startup phase of Adobe Captivate, but can also occur while the program is running. These types SIG errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Adobe Captivate is running. Here are some of the most common PDApp.sig runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\captivate_windows-32\Windows 32\Captivate_2017_LS21_193\packages\core\PDApp.sig

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


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

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

You can uninstall Adobe Captivate 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 Adobe Captivate 2017 Release and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Adobe Captivate 2017 Release

Adobe Systems Incorporated

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 PDApp.sig 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 PDApp.sig 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 PDApp.sig 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 PDApp.sig file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free PDApp.sig files for every applicable version of Adobe Captivate. 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 PDApp.sig Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Adobe Captivate folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\Adobe\Photoshop Lightroom 6.0\packages\core\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\AdobeApplicationManager\AAMSetup\packages\core\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\captivate_windows-32\Windows 32\Captivate_2017_LS21_193\packages\core\
  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 PDApp.sig 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 PDApp.sig Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying PDApp.sig to your appropriate Windows system directory. Adobe Systems Incorporated typically does not release Adobe Captivate SIG 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 PDApp.sig and all other SIG files for Adobe Captivate. An incorrectly installed SIG 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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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
DWA.sig Signature Adobe Captivate 2017 Release 1848 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
Assets2_1.sig Signature Adobe Captivate 2017 Release 1211 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
Assets1_1.sig Signature Adobe Captivate 2017 Release 1217 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
Assets2_1.sig Signature Adobe Captivate 2017 Release 1212 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
install.sig Signature Adobe Captivate 2017 Release 1210 C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\

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CBS.log Log Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6.7 (CC 2015.7) 1235486 C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
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