How to fix Visual Studio starting problem ?

konrad biskup 0

Hello, I have had this problem for several days, I uninstalled everything, cleaned the registry manually and the problem still persists. How to deal with it? I am sending the Log and a screenshot of the error.

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Ali Muhammad Rajwani 0 Reputation points

2024-06-17T05:55:08.85+00:00
To effectively troubleshoot and resolve your issue, let's take a systematic approach. Here are the steps to follow:

Analyze the Screenshot and Log File:

Review the screenshot to understand the exact error message and context.

Analyze the log file for any clues about what might be causing the issue.

Uninstallation and Cleaning:

Since you've already uninstalled Visual Studio Express and manually cleaned the registry, it's important to ensure no remnants are left. Use a tool like Revo Uninstaller or CCleaner to perform a thorough uninstall and clean-up.

Registry Cleaning:

Manually cleaning the registry can be risky and might leave behind some entries. Use tools like CCleaner to ensure a more comprehensive clean-up.

Reinstallation:

Reinstall Visual Studio Express. Make sure you download the latest version from the official Microsoft website to ensure you have all the latest patches and updates.

Run as Administrator:

After reinstalling, run Visual Studio Express as an administrator. Sometimes, permissions issues can cause problems.

Check for Dependencies:

Ensure that all dependencies, such as the .NET Framework and Visual C++ Redistributables, are installed and up to date. These are often necessary for Visual Studio to function correctly.

Review Event Viewer:

Open Event Viewer (type Event Viewer in the Start menu search box) and look for any error messages or warnings related to Visual Studio Express under the Application and System logs.

Reset Visual Studio Settings:

If Visual Studio opens but behaves unexpectedly, you can reset the user settings. Run the following command in Command Prompt:
devenv /resetsettings

Check User Permissions:

Ensure that your user account has the necessary permissions to modify the registry and file system. Sometimes group policies or user account settings can restrict these actions.

Compatibility Mode:

If you’re running an older version of Visual Studio Express on a newer version of Windows, try running it in compatibility mode:

Right-click the Visual Studio Express shortcut.

Select Properties.

Go to the Compatibility tab and select an earlier version of Windows.

Consult Microsoft Documentation and Support:

Refer to the official Microsoft documentation or support forums for any specific guidance related to the version of Visual Studio Express you are using.
Anna Xiu-MSFT 29,831 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2024-06-26T09:48:37.7333333+00:00

Hello, may I know whether your issue has been solved or not?

If you have any anti-virus software or permission management software, please temporarily disable them.
konrad biskup 0 Reputation points

2024-06-27T19:27:41.9866667+00:00

Yes, problem is fix.
Anna Xiu-MSFT 29,831 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2024-06-28T10:05:36.92+00:00

I am glad to hear that your issue is resolved. Would you mind sharing the solution here?

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Anna Xiu-MSFT 29,831 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor

2024-06-17T03:21:49.4866667+00:00

Hi @konrad biskup,

Welcome to Microsoft Q&A!

Please manually delete or rename the following folder and re-run your VS as administrator:

%localappdata%\.Identityservice

In default, it is located at C:\Users\xxxx\AppData\Local\.IdentityService. (If you can’t find the AppData folder, it may be hidden.)

You can try to launch your Visual Studio 2022 in Safe Mode (run devenv /SafeMode in Developer Command Prompt for VS 2022) and check that the vs is opened properly.

Sincerely,

Anna

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