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vb6 compiled application recently appear hanging for a moment when switching back and fro

Anonymous
2025-02-22T10:38:32+00:00

I have a vb6 compiled application that recently appear hanging for a moment when switching between different software. That slow down my tasks. Not sure if others have the same problem. I am running window 11. How that can be fixed?

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  1. Anonymous
    2025-02-24T01:16:41+00:00

    Hello Mr_Chan，

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community forum.

    To address the hanging issue with your VB6 compiled application on Windows 11, you can try the following steps:

    1. Check for Windows Updates: Make sure your Windows 11 operating system is up to date. Sometimes, updating Windows can resolve compatibility issues with older applications like VB6.
    2. Compatibility Mode: Right-click on the VB6 application shortcut or executable file, go to Properties, and then navigate to the Compatibility tab. Enable compatibility mode for an earlier version of Windows (e.g., Windows 7 or Windows XP) and see if that helps.
    3. Run as Administrator: In the same Properties window, under the Compatibility tab, check the option to "Run this program as an administrator." This can sometimes resolve issues related to permissions.
    4. Disable Visual Effects: Go to Settings > System > Display > Graphics settings and turn off any visual effects that might be causing the slowdown when switching between applications.
    5. Resource Monitor: Use the Resource Monitor tool in Windows to check for any resource-intensive processes that might be causing the slowdown. You can access it by searching for "Resource Monitor" in the Start menu.
    6. Update VB6 Components: Ensure that all the necessary components and runtimes for VB6 are up to date. You can download the latest VB6 service packs and updates from the Microsoft website.

    By following these steps, you may be able to improve the performance of your VB6 application on Windows 11 and reduce the hanging when switching between different software.

    I hope the information above is helpful.

    If you have any question or concern, please feel free to let us know.

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    Best Regards,

    Haijian Shan

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