wordpad.exe – Here is the scoop on WordPad as it pertains to computer network security. The big question: what is wordpad.exe and is it spyware, a trojan and if so, how do I get rid of WordPad?
wordpad.exe (WordPad) – Details
The process known as wordpad.exe is the main executable for the wordpad accessory bundled with Windows. Wordpad is a simple word processor that allows for basic formatting of fonts, colours, styles etc. If you are using wordpad, you should leave this process. Otherwise, you can terminate it.
wordpad.exe is an application that does NOT appear to be a security risk
Our process monitor database currently registers wordpad.exe to Microsoft.
This is part of Microsoft WordPad.
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I have vista installed with Word 2010 as the word processor but some one sent me a document in wordpad and Wordpad now is overwriting the format of any Word document I have or open in email. How can I remove Wordpad or solve this problem?
Thanks
JEff
Hello Rita,
Try this…
Under View in Folder Options of Control Panel, check ‘Show hidden files and folders’ and right under that, uncheck the Hide extensions for known file types.
Then navigate your way to the c:\windows\inf folder and look for wordpad.inf (won’t find this in Vista) and selected uninstall by right clicking on it.
However, there is no harm in leaving wordpad and comes with windows. If there is an icon on your desktop that your son installed, just delete it. The program will still be there but it won’t be in your face.
Hope that helps!
I would really appreciate if you could provide me with suggestions in “HOW TO REMOVE WORDPAD” from my computer!!!(My grandson installed it, but I find it to be a nuisance & do NOT need it. Thanks!