How to fix the Win32Bridge.server.exe Incorrect function error in Windows 10. Some users report that while working with Windows 10, a message box still appears on their desktop with the following description line:
C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft549981C3F5F10_2.20 ……\Win32Bridge.Server.exe. Incorrect functionThere’s no clear cause as to why this problem occurred, but there’s a solution to this problem and thankfully, it works!
Win32Bridge.server.exe Incorrect function error
Win32Bridge.server.exe Incorrect error, reset the Cortana app in Windows Settings by going to Apps > Apps & features, selecting Cortana, clicking Advanced options, and then clicking Reset. If the error persists, reinstall Cortana from the Microsoft Store or use System File Checker (SFC) and DISM tools to repair corrupted system files.
- Open Settings: Click the Start button and select Settings.
- Go to Apps: Click on Apps.
- Find Cortana: In the Apps & features section, scroll down to find Cortana.
- Open Advanced Options: Click on Cortana and then select Advanced options.
- Reset the App: Scroll down and click the Reset button.
- Restart your PC: After resetting, restart your computer to see if the error is resolved.
- Follow steps 1-4 above to get to Cortana’s Advanced options.
- If the problem continues after resetting, you may need to reinstall Cortana.
- Open the Microsoft Store: and search for and download the latest version of Cortana.
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Open Command Prompt as Administrator:Search for “Command Prompt,” right-click on it, and select “Run as administrator”.
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Run the SFC Scan:Type
sfc /SCANNOWand press Enter to check for and repair corrupted system files. -
Run the DISM Tool:After the SFC scan completes, type
dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealthand press Enter. -
Restart your PC:Restart your computer after the DISM tool has finished to apply the changes.
- If other steps fail, you can use System Restore to revert your system to a previous state.
- Open System Restore: Search for “Create Restore” in the Windows search bar and open it.
- Select a Restore Point: In the System Protection tab, click on System Restore.
- Follow On-Screen Instructions: Select a restore point from the list and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.
The problem can be frustrating because the message keeps popping up whenever you try to open an app on your computer. To fix it, follow any one of these methods.
- Reset Cortana
- Deactivate CDPUserSvc
Let’s explore the two processes in more detail!
1. Reset Cortana
The problem could be caused by an issue in Cortana. So simply resetting the Cortana app via Settings will automatically fix the problem.
- Open Settings .
- Select Apps.
- Click on Apps and features .
- Locate Cortana using the search bar.
- Click Advanced settings.
- Scroll down and select the Reset button .
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2. Deactivate CDPUserSvc
CDP or Connected Devices Platform is a service used to synchronize data such as Contacts, Mails, Calendar, OneDrive, etc. If you do not use many of these services, you can disable them.
Please note that this method requires you to make changes to Registry Editor settings. Serious problems can occur if you make changes to Registry Editor incorrectly. Please create a system restore point before continuing.
Launch the Run dialog box .
Type Regedit in the blank field of the box and press Enter to open Registry Editor.
In the Registry window that opens, navigate to the following path address:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\CDPUserSvcSwitch to the right panel and double-click on the Start key to edit its value.
In the Edit String box that appears, change the number from the default value to 4 .
This will disable the service.
Now, close Registry Editor and exit.
Restart your PC to allow the changes to take effect.
You will no longer see Win32Bridge.server.exe incorrect function errors on Windows 10.
New fix:
Yes, just go to App & Features->Cortana->Advanced Option->Reset. Try this method if you have popup message of Win32Bridge server error.
I have tried with this method and my machine now works well.
