How to fix DDE server window: explorer.exe application error in Windows 10

• DDE is a process used in earlier versions of Windows that has been gradually replaced by other technologies. Of course, not all programs made the switch.
• You may be using Windows 10 and explorer.exe displays a system warning with the DDE server windows due to incompatibilities between the software used. They need to be updated to eliminate the bug.
• This article is part of the System Errors series where we offer solutions to address similar errors that can occur.
• If you want to have a technical life without errors, be sure to bookmark the Windows 10 Error Troubleshooting Center and find exactly what you are looking for.

Windows 10 is the most popular Windows operating system, but despite its popularity, some users report bugs. One such error is the DDE server window: explorer.exe application error shutdown error, and today we will try to fix it.

DDE server window: explorer.exe application error occurs when you try to shut down the computer. Users report that when they press the Shutdown button they get this error which prevents the shutdown process. As with many bugs, before trying any of the solutions, check the latest Windows 10 updates. Users report that updating to the latest version of Windows 10 fixes the DDE server window: explorer.exe application error, so be sure to keep your Windows 10 up to date.

Contents index

• How to fix DDE server window: explorer.exe application error in Windows 10
  • Solution 1 – Don’t turn off your computer from the Start menu
  • Solution 2 – Check your antivirus
  • Solution 3: disconnect your second monitor
  • Solution 4: create a new user account
  • Solution 5 – Uninstall Adobe Acrobat DC

How to fix DDE server window: explorer.exe application error in Windows 10

The DDE server window message may prevent your PC from shutting down, but users also reported the following issues:

• DDE server memory explorer.exe could not be written – According to users, sometimes an error message may appear saying that the memory could not be written. This can be an annoying bug, but you should be able to fix it using one of our solutions.
• DDE Server Window Preventing Restart – In addition to shutting down, this issue can also prevent your PC from restarting. If you encounter this problem, the cause is likely a third-party app.
• DDE Server System Warning Windowexplorer.exe – Sometimes you may get a system warning when trying to shut down your PC. However, you can fix that problem by changing your antivirus settings.
• Windows 10 Won’t Shut Down – This is a somewhat common problem, and we covered the similar issue in our Computer Won’t Shut Down article, so be sure to check it out for more solutions.

Solution 1 – Don’t turn off your computer from the Start menu

According to users, this problem appears when you press the Power button in the Start menu, but there is a simple solution. You can turn off the PC using the Win + X menu. To do that, just follow these steps:

1. Right-click the Start button or press Windows Key + X to open the Win + X menu.
2. Now choose Shut down or sign out> Shut down from the menu.

Another way to force shutdown your PC is by using the shutdown command. To do that, just do the following:

1. Press Windows Key + R to open the run dialog.
2. Enter shutdown / s in the input field and press Enter or right click on OK .

Alternatively, you can press the Power button on your PC case to turn it off. If that doesn’t work, you need to check your Power Options and set your PC to turn off when you press the Power button.

This is just a workaround, but using it you should be able to shut down your PC without any error.

• ALSO READ: Solution: Laptop won’t turn off in Windows 10

Solution 2 – Check your antivirus

Antivirus software is a crucial component of every PC, but sometimes your antivirus can interfere with your operating system and cause the DDE server window error to appear. If you have this problem, you can try disabling your antivirus and check if that helps.

If the problem persists, you may need to uninstall your antivirus. To completely uninstall an antivirus, it is always a good idea to use a dedicated uninstaller. Many antivirus companies offer uninstallers for their software, so be sure to download and use one for your antivirus. An uninstaller is useful as it will remove all files and registry entries to ensure that your antivirus does not interfere with your system in any way.

Once you uninstall the antivirus, check if the problem still appears. If so, you may want to switch to a different antivirus solution. There are many great antivirus tools available, and if you are looking for a new antivirus, we recommend giving Bitdefender or Bullguard a try .

Solution 3: disconnect your second monitor

If you are using multiple monitors or a laptop together with another monitor, it is advisable to unplug your second monitor before turning off your computer. Some users say this works but it is not a permanent solution either, it is just a solution

Solution 4: create a new user account

DDE Server Window: The explorer.exe application error could be related to your user account, and to fix it, you may want to create a new account. To do so, follow these instructions:

1. Open the settings app .
2. When the Settings app opens , navigate to the Accounts section .
3. In the menu on the left, select Family and other people . In the right pane, select Add someone else to this PC .
4. Click I don’t have this person’s login information .
5. On the next screen, select Add a user without a Microsoft account .
6. Enter your account information, such as username and password, and click Next to continue.

After creating a new account, change it and see if the problem is resolved. If the problem is resolved, you may need to move your personal files to a new account and use them as your main account from now on.

Solution 5 – Uninstall Adobe Acrobat DC

According to users, sometimes you may experience DDE server window issues when trying to shut down your PC due to third party applications. Various applications can interfere with Windows 10 and cause this and other errors to appear.

According to users, an application that can cause this problem is Adobe Acrobat DC . To fix the problem, you need to remove Adobe Acrobat DC from your PC. Once you remove the app, the problem should be completely resolved.