GDI is a basically tool used via Windows applications to give the feature WYSIWYG (what you guys see is what you get). The GDI (Graphics Device Interface) is actually a core component of the operating system that represents graphical objects. And also transmits them to the output devices to be displayed (printers, monitors) actually. Now, GDI+ is an enhanced version of GDI, that is based on C++. In this article, we are going to talk about How to Fix GDI+ Window Preventing to Shut Down. Let’s begin!
GDI+ is used via programmers for easy display of information, i.e., they do not have to be concerned about the details of the devices, such as printers and monitors. The working behind it is: the programmers call the methods that are also present in the GDI+ classes. And these methods make a call to the required device drivers too. The insulation between the graphics hardware basically helps developers in creating applications that are device-independent.
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How to Fix GDI+ Window preventing to shut down
Perform System File Check (SFC)
- Tap on Windows Key + Q button in order to open Charms Bar.
- Now type cmd and right tap on cmd option and choose ‘Run as Administrator.’
- Just type SFC /scannow and hit enter.
- Now reboot.
The above must also have fixed your problem with GDI Window preventing shut down if not then continue along with the next method.
Start the computer in clean boot | GDI+ Window
You guys can start Windows by using a minimal set of drivers and startup programs by using “clean boot.” Along with the help of clean boot, you can also eliminate software conflicts.
Step 1:
- Tap on the Windows Key + R button, and then type ‘msconfig’ and click OK.
- Tap on the Boot tab under system configuration and uncheck ‘Safe Boot’ option.
- Now go back to the general tab and now make sure ‘Selective startup’ is checked.
- Just uncheck ‘Load startup items‘ under selective startup.
- Choose the Service tab and check the box ‘Hide all Microsoft services.’
- Now tap ‘Disable all to turn off all the unnecessary services that might cause conflict.
- On the Startup tab, tap on ‘Open Task Manager.’
- Now in the Startup tab (Inside Task Manager) just disable all the startup items which are enabled.
- Tap on OK and then Restart.
Step 2: Turn off half of the services
- Tap on the Windows Key + R button, and then type ‘msconfig’ and click OK.
- Choose the Service tab and check the box ‘Hide all Microsoft services.’
- Now select half of the checkboxes in the Service list and then enable them.
- Tap on OK and then Restart.
Step 3: Determine if the problem returns
- If the problem still occurs, then repeat steps 1 and step 2. In step 2, only choose half of the services that you originally selected in step 2.
- If the problem does not occur, just repeat steps 1 and step 2. In step 2, only choose half of the services that you didn’t select in step 2. Repeat these steps until you guys have just selected all the checkboxes.
- Now if only one service is selected in the Service list and now you still experience the problem. Then the selected service is now causing the problem.
- Head to step 6. If no service actually causes this problem then go to step 4.
Turn on half of the Startup items
If no startup item causes this problem then Microsoft services are actually most likely to cause the problem. To determine which Microsoft service basically repeats step 1 and step 2. Without even hiding all Microsoft services in either step as well.
Determine if the problem returns
- If the problem still occurs, then repeat steps 1 and step 4 now. In step 4, only choose half of the services that you originally selected in the Startup Item list.
- Also, if the problem does not occur, repeat steps 1 and step 4. In step 4, only select half of the services that you didn’t choose in the Startup Item list. Repeat these steps until you have guys selected all the checkboxes.
- If only one startup item is just selected in the Startup Item list and then you still experience the problem. Then the selected start item is now causing the problem. Head to step 6.
- If no startup item causes this problem and then Microsoft services are most likely to cause the problem. To determine that Microsoft service repeat step 1 and step 2 without even hiding all Microsoft services in either step.
Resolve the problem.
Now you guys may have determined that startup item or service is causing the problem. Just contact the program manufacturer or head to their forum and determine if the problem can be resolved. Or you guys can run the System Configuration utility and turn off that service or startup item.
Follow these steps to again boot to a normal startup:
- Tap on the Windows key + R button and type ‘msconfig’ and click OK.
- On the General tab, choose the Normal Startup option, and then tap on OK.
- When you guys prompt to restart the computer, click Restart.
Run the Power troubleshooter To diagnose and fix the error. | GDI+ Window
- Tap on Windows Key + R button in order to open the Run dialogue box.
- Then type Control and press enter to open Control Panel.
- In the search box type ‘troubleshooter and choose ‘Troubleshooting.’
- Now tap on System and Security and select Power, and then follow on-screen instructions.
- Now reboot in order to apply the changes.
Conclusion
Well, That is all from my side. If you want to know more about this article or have any queries. Then feel free to ask me anything in the comments section below.
Have a Good Day!
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