AdjustService.exe is an executable file that is part of the APP Center software developed by GIGABYTE. This file is typically located in the C:\Program Files (x86)\GIGABYTE\AppCenter directory. The .exe extension on a filename indicates an executable file which, in some cases, could harm your computer.
The associated software, APP Center, is a utility that GIGABYTE bundles with its motherboards. It provides a centralized platform where users can access all the unique GIGABYTE applications that have been installed on their system. It allows users to easily launch these applications and manage their settings.
AdjustService.exe and the APP Center software are not essential for the Windows OS. If you find that this executable is causing issues, such as high CPU usage or error messages, it may be advisable to remove it. If you do not use any of the GIGABYTE applications, you may choose to remove the APP Center software to free up system resources. Always remember to keep your software and programs up to date to avoid future problems caused by corrupted files. Regularly checking for virus or malware is also recommended.
Since 2005, file.net has researched facts about Windows processes and files, analyzed user experiences, and examined files using its own analysis tools. Around 10,000 users rely on it every day.
Description: AdjustService.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. The file AdjustService.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)" (in most cases C:\Program Files (x86)\Gigabyte\AppCenter\).
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 18,944 bytes (41% of all occurrences), 17,920 bytes, 16,896 bytes or 16,384 bytes.
It runs as background service gadjservice.
There is no information about the author of the file. The program has no visible window. The file is not a Windows system file. The process can be removed using the Control Panel's Add\Remove programs applet.
Therefore the technical security rating is 37% dangerous; however you should also read the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
In the event of any problems with AdjustService.exe, you may also do the following:
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as AdjustService.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the AdjustService.exe process on your PC to see if it is a threat. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. This was one of the Top Download Picks of The Washington Post and PC World.
Score
User Comments
a service provided by gigabyte on motherboards App Center by GIGABYTE Publisher's description - “GIGABYTE App Center gives you easy access to a wealth of GIGABYTE apps that help you get the most from your GIGABYTE motherboard. Using a simple, unified user interface, GIGABYTE App Center allows you to launch all GIGABYTE apps installed on your system.” (further information)
C:\Program Files (x86)\Gigabyte\AppCenter\AdjustService.exe this comes with Gigabyte Motherboard CD Application Name: AdjustService.exe Application Version: 1.0.0.0 OS Version: 6.1.7601.2.1.0.256.1 sysinfo
SIV (part of App Center) run a service called "GIGABYTE Adjust" and will be called AdjustService.exe M Jones (further information)
causes stuttering in games nwgat
Summary: Average user rating of AdjustService.exe:
based on 2 votes with 4 user comments.
One user thinks AdjustService.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
One user thinks it's neither essential nor dangerous.
2 users don't grade AdjustService.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving AdjustService issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with AdjustService. This means running a scan for malware, cleaning your hard drive using 1cleanmgr and 2sfc /scannow, 3uninstalling programs that you no longer need, checking for Autostart programs (using 4msconfig) and enabling Windows' 5Automatic Update. Always remember to perform periodic backups, or at least to set restore points.
Should you experience an actual problem, try to recall the last thing you did, or the last thing you installed before the problem appeared for the first time. Use the 6resmon command to identify the processes that are causing your problem. Even for serious problems, rather than reinstalling Windows, you are better off repairing of your installation or executing the 7DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth command. This allows you to repair the operating system without losing data.
To get your computer running as fast as it did on day one, you can 8reset your PC. Your personal files will remain intact, but any programs you installed will need to be reinstalled.
To help you analyze the AdjustService.exe process on your computer, the following programs have proven to be helpful: ASecurity Task Manager displays all running Windows tasks, including embedded hidden processes, such as keyboard and browser monitoring or Autostart entries. A unique security risk rating indicates the likelihood of the process being potential spyware, malware or a Trojan. A good Bantivirus software detects and removes sleeping spyware, adware, Trojans, keyloggers, malware and trackers from your hard drive.
Score
User Comments
(further information)
sysinfo
M Jones (further information)
nwgat
Summary: Average user rating of AdjustService.exe: based on 2 votes with 4 user comments. One user thinks AdjustService.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. One user thinks it's neither essential nor dangerous. 2 users don't grade AdjustService.exe ("not sure about it").