How to fix Class Not Registered on Windows 10

We’ve all encountered Windows 10 registration error. Users have reported an impact on Google Chrome, but it’s not the only program affected by this issue.

When Class Not Registered Occurs

• When you open pictures, videos. According to users, this message occurs during image or video playback.
• While launching Photos.
• In Excel, regsvr32, Taskbar, uTorrent, Explorer, Outlook, Microsoft Edge, Windows Media Player.
• When trying to open PDF files.

Solutions

Disable iCloud

 Reports show that this problem is caused by iCloud and in order to fix it, you will have to close iCloud using Task Manager. Follow these steps:

• Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to launch Task Manager.
• Find iCloud, right-click it and go to End Task.

Additionally, disable autorun:

• Turn on Task Manager and Startup Tab.
• Find iCould, right-click it and select Disable.

Re-register the ExplorerFrame.dll file

In a situation where the error occurs in Internet Explorer:

• Open the command prompt as administrator -> WIN + R
• Paste the following code and press Enter to run it:

regsvr32 ExplorerFrame.dll

Component changes

• Press the Win + R combination, type dcomcnfg.
• Click “Enter” to launch it.
• When Component Services window opens, go to Computers> My Computer.
• Double click DCOM Config.

You should receive several warning messages. If this happens, just click Yes.

• Turn off Component Service.
• Restart your computer.
• After doing this, this error message should stop appearing.

Create a new Microsoft account

• Use Windows Key + I shortcut.
• When the Settings app opens, go to the Accounts section.
• In the right pane, open Family & Other People from the menu on the left. Click Add Someone on this computer.
• Enter your Microsoft account email address and click Next.
• Sign out of your account and switch to a new one.

We must mention that this method will not work unless you use a local account:

• Go to Settings> Accounts.
• Click “Sign in” with a local account. You will be prompted for your password.
• After that, you will have to enter your username and password.
• We press the button “Exit” and “Finish”. Now log into your account.

After you go to your local account, repeat the steps from the beginning of this solution.

Check your hard drive

In rare situations, the error is caused by a faulty hard drive, so make sure your hard drive is working properly. Several users reported that replacing the hard drive fixed this issue for them. We hope that the listed methods helped you fix the problem. If this does not happen, contact a specialist.