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What is ui32.exe?

ui32.exe is an executable file associated with the software Wallpaper Engine. This software is developed by Kristjan Skutta. The file is typically located in the directory: C:\SteamLibrary\steamapps\common\wallpaper_engine\bin.

Wallpaper Engine is a popular software application that allows users to use live wallpapers on their Windows desktop. It supports various types of animated wallpapers including 3D and 2D animations, websites, videos, and even certain applications. The software is designed to give a more personalized appearance to your desktop, while also taking into consideration the performance aspect. It will pause while playing games to save performance.

The ui32.exe file is a crucial part of the Wallpaper Engine software. It is responsible for the graphical user interface (GUI) of the software, which allows users to interact with the software in a more user-friendly manner. Without this executable file, the software may not function correctly.

Under normal circumstances, there is no need to remove ui32.exe as it is an essential component of the Wallpaper Engine software. If you suspect that the file is causing problems or if it is identified as malware by your antivirus software, it may be necessary to remove it. Always ensure to keep your antivirus software up-to-date and perform regular scans to maintain the security of your system.

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Ui32.exe file information

The process known as ui32 belongs to software Wallpaper Engine GUI or Wallpaper Engine by or Kristjan Skutta.

Description: Ui32.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. Ui32.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)"—for example C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\wallpaper_engine\bin\ or C:\Program Files\Wallpaper Engine\bin\. Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 7,671,392 bytes (33% of all occurrences), 6,902,432 bytes, 8,314,976 bytes, 7,041,184 bytes or 7,762,528 bytes. file.net/process/ui32.exe.html 
There is no file information. It is digitally signed. The program is not visible. The file is not a Windows core file. Ui32.exe is able to record keyboard and mouse inputs and monitor applications. Therefore the technical security rating is 41% dangerous.

Uninstalling this variant: You could uninstall the associated program (Start > Control Panel > Uninstall a Program > Steam or Wallpaper Engine) or turn to the software developer [1][2], Steampowered, for advice.

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If ui32.exe is located in a subfolder of the user's profile folder, the security rating is 76% dangerous. The file size is 1,896,936 bytes. The program is not visible. The ui32.exe file is not a Windows system file. The file has a digital signature. There is no description of the program.

Important: Some malware camouflages itself as ui32.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the ui32.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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Best practices for resolving ui32 issues

A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with ui32. 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 ui32.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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