Error "Windows Program Compatibility mode is on. Turn it off and then try Setup again"
Applies to: Visual Studio 2015
Symptom
The following error appears when you attempt to install Visual Studio:
Windows Program Compatibility mode is on. Turn it off and then try Setup again.
Resolution
- Navigate to your Downloads folder or the location where you saved the installer.
- Right-click on the Visual Studio Installer icon.
- Select Properties.
- Go to the Compatibility tab.
- Look for the Compatibility Mode section and uncheck Run this program in compatibility mode for:.
- Restart the installation.
If the option to change the Compatibility Mode is greyed out, follow these steps:
- Select Change settings for all users.
- Look for the Compatibility Mode section and uncheck Run this program in compatibility mode for:.
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