This usually appears right after logging into your PC, or when launching certain applications. Don’t worry — your computer isn’t broken, and your files are likely safe.

Replace corrupted DLLs (advanced)

: Open Task Manager , right-click Synaptics.exe , and select Open File Location .

Install the downloaded driver and restart your PC once more. Step 3: Run the System File Checker (SFC)

If the error started recently, you can restore Windows to a state before the error appeared. Click , type System Restore , and open it.

Many "Bad Image" errors pinpoint a specific .dll file related to Microsoft Visual C++ libraries. Reinstalling these packages can fix broken links. Open the and click on Control Panel . Click on Programs and Features .