WorkflowAppControl.exe is an executable file that is part of the Brother iPrint&Scan software developed by Microsoft. This file is typically located in the C:\Program Files (x86)\Brother\iPrint&Scan directory.
The associated software, Brother iPrint&Scan, is a free application that enables users to print from and scan to their Windows PC. It supports a wide range of Brother devices and offers convenient printing and scanning features. It is particularly useful for users who frequently need to print or scan documents and want to manage these tasks efficiently.
WorkflowAppControl.exe is necessary for the proper functioning of the Brother iPrint&Scan software. If you are using this software, you should not remove the file as it could cause the software to malfunction or stop working entirely. If you are not using the Brother iPrint&Scan software, or if the WorkflowAppControl.exe file is causing problems (such as high CPU usage), you may choose to uninstall the software or remove the file. Always make sure that the file is not a malicious program disguised as WorkflowAppControl.exe before deciding to remove it.
Description: WorkflowAppControl.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. The file WorkflowAppControl.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)" (generally C:\Program Files (x86)\Brother\iPrint&Scan\ or C:\Program Files (x86)\Brother\iPrint&Scan\WorkflowAppControl\).
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 19,456 bytes (35% of all occurrences), 20,480 bytes, 19,968 bytes, 18,944 bytes or 20,992 bytes.
It is the WorkflowAppControl service: Dispatch Workflow Messages from Device.
The program is not visible. It is not a Windows core file. The software uses ports to connect to or from a LAN or the Internet. The application can be removed using the Control Panel's Add\Remove programs applet. There is no information about the author of the file.
Therefore the technical security rating is 51% dangerous; but you should also compare this rating with the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
If there are any problems with WorkflowAppControl.exe, you can also remove the entire program Brother iPrint&Scan using Windows Control Panel.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as WorkflowAppControl.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the WorkflowAppControl.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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Summary: Average user rating of WorkflowAppControl.exe:
based on 3 votes with 3 user comments.
One user thinks WorkflowAppControl.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
2 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous.
Best practices for resolving WorkflowAppControl issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with WorkflowAppControl. 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 WorkflowAppControl.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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Summary: Average user rating of WorkflowAppControl.exe: based on 3 votes with 3 user comments. One user thinks WorkflowAppControl.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 2 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous.