What is scanner mouse.exe? Safe Process or Virus/Malware? Fix, Remove, & Startup Management

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What is scanner mouse.exe?

scanner mouse.exe is an executable file from Dacuda Scanner Mouse, typically around 5.86 MB. While the .exe extension indicates an executable file, it's crucial to determine if this specific file is a safe part of the Windows operating system, a legitimate application, or a harmful virus or trojan.

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Is scanner mouse.exe safe, or is it a virus or malware?

To determine if scanner mouse.exe is legitimate or a virus:

1. Check its location: Legitimate scanner mouse.exe should be in
2. Use Task Manager: Add "Image Path Name" in columns to see file locations.
3. Use Microsoft's Process Explorer: Check "Verified Signer" status for each process. If it says "Unable to Verify," further investigation is needed. Not all legitimate processes have a verified signature, but no bad processes do.

The most important facts about scanner mouse.exe:

• Located in C:\Program Files\scanner mouse subfolder;
• Publisher: Dacuda
• Full Path:
• Help file: www.dacuda.com
• Publisher URL: www.dacuda.com
• Uninstaller: MsiExec.exe /X{77113497-B67B-415A-8621-C94E6FF3F037}
• Language: English (United States)
• MD5 Hash:
• % of Users that remove it: 2%
• User Rating: Excellent
• Known to be up to 5.86 MB in size.
  

If you're experiencing issues with scanner mouse.exe, verify its trustworthiness by checking its location and size in Task Manager (should be in C:\Program Files\scanner mouse). If you suspect a virus, use a security application like Malwarebytes to remove it.

Not all tools detect every malware, so multiple attempts might be necessary. If the virus hinders the removal, boot into Safe Mode with Networking for a more secure environment, allowing you to run a security scan and thoroughly analyze your system.

 

Can I remove or delete scanner mouse.exe?

2% of people remove this file, so it may be harmless.

Do not delete a safe executable file as it might affect associated programs. Always keep your software updated to avoid issues with corrupted files. Regularly check for driver and software updates.

To confirm the safety of suspicious files, use a system analysis tool like Fortect. If identified as malicious, these tools can remove the malware. If the scanner mouse.exe file is not harmful and needs to be removed, use its uninstaller located at MsiExec.exe /X{77113497-B67B-415A-8621-C94E6FF3F037} or the Add/Remove Program function in the Windows Control Panel.

• 1. In the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then under Programs:
  o Windows Vista/7/8.1/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
  o Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.

• 2. When you find the program Scanner Mouse, click it, and then:
  o Windows Vista/7/8.1/10: Click Uninstall.
  o Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).

• 3. Follow the prompts to remove Scanner Mouse.

 

 

 

Common scanner mouse.exe error messages

The most common scanner mouse.exe errors that can appear are:

• "scanner mouse.exe Application Error."
• "scanner mouse.exe failed."
• "scanner mouse.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience."
• "scanner mouse.exe is not a valid Win32 application."
• "scanner mouse.exe is not running."
• "scanner mouse.exe not found."
• "Cannot find scanner mouse.exe."
• "Error starting program: scanner mouse.exe."
• "Faulting Application Path: scanner mouse.exe."

These .exe error messages can occur during the installation of a program, during the execution of it's associate software program, Scanner Mouse, during the startup or shutdown of Windows, or even during the installation of the Windows operating system. Keeping a record of when and where your scanner mouse.exe error occurs is important information when it comes to troubleshooting.

 

How to fix scanner mouse.exe

To avoid further issues with Scanner Mouse:

1. Regularly perform malware scans.
2. Clean your hard disk with system tools like Disk Cleanup (cleanmgr) and System File Checker (sfc /scannow).
3. Uninstall unnecessary programs.
4. Manage startup programs through Task Manager.
5. Enable automatic system updates.
6. Regularly back up your data or set restore points.

For major issues, use Task Manager and Resource Monitor to diagnose problems. Repair the system using built-in recovery options or the DISM tool, avoiding a full OS reinstallation. Use security software to check for and remove any potential malware.

 

Download or reinstall scanner mouse.exe

It is not recommended to download replacement exe files from any download sites, as these may themselves contain viruses etc. If you need to download or reinstall scanner mouse.exe, then we recommend that you reinstall the main application associated with it Scanner Mouse.

Operating system information

scanner mouse.exe errors can occur in any of the following Microsoft Windows operating systems:

• Windows 11
• Windows 10
• Windows 8.1
• Windows 7
• Windows Vista
  

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