How to Update, Download, and Fix PhotoStory3.wpl

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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PhotoStory3.wpl, also known as a Windows Media Player Playlist file, was created by Microsoft for the development of Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11. WPL files fall under under the Video (Windows Media Player Playlist) file type category.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for PhotoStory3.wpl was on 11/22/2004 inside Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by Microsoft.

In this short article, you will discover detailed file information, steps for troubleshooting WPL file problems with PhotoStory3.wpl, and list of free downloads for every version that exists in our comprehensive file directory.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: PhotoStory3.wpl
File Extension: WPL file extension
File Type: Video
Description: Windows Media Player Playlist
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11
Developer: Microsoft
Software: Photo Story 3 for Windows
Software Version: 3.0.1115.11
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 1224
Oldest File Date: 11/07/2019
Latest File Date: 11/07/2019


What are PhotoStory3.wpl Error Messages?


General PhotoStory3.wpl Runtime Errors

PhotoStory3.wpl file errors often occur during the startup phase of Photo Story 3 for Windows, but can also occur while the program is running. These types WPL errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Photo Story 3 for Windows is running. Here are some of the most common PhotoStory3.wpl runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Users\Public\Music\PhotoStory3.wpl

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


Most WPL errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your PhotoStory3.wpl file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Photo Story 3 for Windows), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, PhotoStory3.wpl file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Photo Story 3 for Windows, system crash while loading or saving PhotoStory3.wpl, 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 PhotoStory3.wpl 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 PhotoStory3.wpl 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 PhotoStory3.wpl error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Photo Story 3 for Windows (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Photo Story 3 for Windows software.

You can uninstall Photo Story 3 for Windows 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 Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Photo Story 3 for Windows software.

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

Photo Story 3 for Windows 3.0.1115.11

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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 PhotoStory3.wpl 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 PhotoStory3.wpl 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 PhotoStory3.wpl 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 PhotoStory3.wpl file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free PhotoStory3.wpl files for every applicable version of Photo Story 3 for Windows. 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 PhotoStory3.wpl Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Photo Story 3 for Windows folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Public\Music\
  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 PhotoStory3.wpl 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 PhotoStory3.wpl Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying PhotoStory3.wpl to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Photo Story 3 for Windows WPL 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 PhotoStory3.wpl and all other WPL files for Photo Story 3 for Windows. An incorrectly installed WPL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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