dynamiclinkmediaserver.exe is an executable file that is part of the Adobe software suite. This file is associated with several Adobe applications, including Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Edge Animate. It is typically located in the following directory: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Lightroom Classic CC\Helpers\DynamicLinkMediaServer\dynamiclinkmediaserver\1.0.
The associated software, Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Edge Animate, are powerful tools for photographers and designers. Adobe Lightroom is a photo editing and organization software that allows users to manipulate and organize their photos in a streamlined workflow. Adobe Edge Animate is a tool for creating interactive and animated web content.
dynamiclinkmediaserver.exe is needed for the proper functioning of the associated Adobe software. It helps in managing and executing the dynamic link media services which are essential for the smooth operation of these applications. Without this executable file, users may experience problems running Adobe Lightroom and Adobe Edge Animate.
Under normal circumstances, there is no need to remove dynamiclinkmediaserver.exe. If it is causing problems such as slowing down your system, consuming too much CPU resources, or if it has been flagged by your antivirus software as a potential threat, then it might be necessary to remove it. You should only remove this file if you are sure that it is causing problems, as removing it could affect the functionality of your Adobe software.
Description: Dynamiclinkmediaserver.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. Dynamiclinkmediaserver.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files"—mainly C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Lightroom\Helpers\DynamicLinkMediaServer\dynamiclinkmediaserver\1.0\ or C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Lightroom Classic CC\Helpers\DynamicLinkMediaServer\dynamiclinkmediaserver\1.0\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 711,136 bytes (16% of all occurrences), 1,104,344 bytes and 7 more variants.
The program is not visible. The dynamiclinkmediaserver.exe file is not a Windows core file. The file is certified by a trustworthy company. The software listens for or sends data on open ports to a LAN or the Internet.
Therefore the technical security rating is 46% dangerous; but you should also compare this rating with the user reviews.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as dynamiclinkmediaserver.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the dynamiclinkmediaserver.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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Using Adobe Liohtroom Classic (it's actually a subscription, so nothing 'classic' about it) 12.3, Win 11 Pro, and this was flagged by File Explorer as the reason I could not delete an MP4 video file within LR or FE! Really annoying. I'm culling and trimming and want to be able to delete an MP4 file! In Task Manager I ended the Dynamiclinkmediaserver.exe task but that only balled up LR and forced me to close and reopen it. I don't have LR 12.3 set to do anything in the Adobe cloud so why is this program even running? It's interfering with my use of LR. I didn't notice this issue with .MOV files. There are other complaints about this in the interwebs... Bruce Boyes (further information)
Summary: Average user rating of dynamiclinkmediaserver.exe:
based on 1 vote with 1 user comment.
One user thinks dynamiclinkmediaserver.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
One user is not sure about it.
Best practices for resolving dynamiclinkmediaserver issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with dynamiclinkmediaserver. 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 dynamiclinkmediaserver.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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Bruce Boyes (further information)
Summary: Average user rating of dynamiclinkmediaserver.exe: based on 1 vote with 1 user comment. One user thinks dynamiclinkmediaserver.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. One user is not sure about it.