CtrlVol.exe is an executable file that is part of the Wistron CtrlVol software. This software is developed by Wistron, a major Original Design Manufacturer (ODM) from Taiwan. The file is typically located in the C:\Program Files (x86)\Launch Manager directory.
The associated software, Wistron CtrlVol, is part of the Launch Manager utility. This utility is often pre-installed on laptops and is designed to support hotkey functions. Hotkeys are keyboard shortcuts that provide quick access to specific functions such as volume control, brightness adjustment, or wireless network switching. The CtrlVol.exe plays a crucial role in managing these hotkey functions, particularly those related to volume control.
CtrlVol.exe is needed if you frequently use hotkeys on your laptop for quick access to certain functions. Like any executable file, it has the potential to harm your computer. It can be exploited by viruses that typically run in the background, consuming system resources. If you find that the file is causing issues or if your antivirus software flags it as a potential threat, it may be advisable to remove it. Always ensure to keep your system and antivirus software up-to-date to prevent potential threats.
Description: CtrlVol.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. CtrlVol.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)"—common is C:\Program Files (x86)\Launch Manager\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 163,840 bytes (60% of all occurrences) or 20,480 bytes.
It is not a Windows system file. The program starts upon Windows startup (see Registry key: MACHINE\Run).
The program is not visible. It is a file with no information about its developer.
Therefore the technical security rating is 47% dangerous, but you should also take into account the user reviews.
"CtrlVol" can run at start up. Acer's on screen volume control using the Fn key
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as CtrlVol.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the CtrlVol.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.
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This is an application allowing for software volume control
vermutung lautstärkenkontrolle bei acer notebooks serie TravelMate610 alex
Anzeige für Systemlautstärke
Bestandteil der LaunchManager-Applikation (Acer Notebooks) OlliF
lautstärkekontrolle bei acer notebooks
anzeige der sys lautstärke nicht nur bei ACER!!! bru
Lautstärkekontrolle
Lautstärkeänderung bei Medion NB Gazi
Medion verwendet es mit 20KB um über FUNKTION+Pfeil Rauf / runter die Lautstärke zu regeln FRED
Summary: Average user rating of CtrlVol.exe:
based on 9 votes with 9 user comments.
7 users think CtrlVol.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
One user thinks it's probably harmless.
One user thinks it's neither essential nor dangerous.
One user is not sure about it.
Best practices for resolving CtrlVol issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with CtrlVol. 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 CtrlVol.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.
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alex
OlliF
bru
Gazi
FRED
Summary: Average user rating of CtrlVol.exe: based on 9 votes with 9 user comments. 7 users think CtrlVol.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. One user thinks it's probably harmless. One user thinks it's neither essential nor dangerous. One user is not sure about it.