How to fix the Win32Bridge.server.exe Incorrect function error in Windows 10

C:Program FilesWindowsAppsMicrosoft549981C3F5F10_2.20 ……Win32Bridge.Server.exe. Incorrect function

There's no clear cause as to why this problem occurred, but there's a solution to this problem and thankfully, it works!

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Win32Bridge.server.exe Incorrect function error

The problem can be frustrating because the message keeps popping up whenever you try to open an app on your computer. To fix it, follow any one of these methods.

1. Reset Cortana
2. Deactivate CDPUserSvc

Let's explore the two processes in more detail!

1. Reset Cortana

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The problem could be caused by an issue in Cortana. So simply resetting the Cortana app via Settings will automatically fix the problem.

1. Open Settings .
2. Select Apps.
3. Click on Apps and features .
4. Locate Cortana using the search bar.
5. Click Advanced settings.
6. Scroll down and select the Reset button .

2. Deactivate CDPUserSvc

CDP or Connected Devices Platform is a service used to synchronize data such as Contacts, Mails, Calendar, OneDrive, etc. If you do not use many of these services, you can disable them.

Please note that this method requires you to make changes to Registry Editor settings. Serious problems can occur if you make changes to Registry Editor incorrectly. Please create a system restore point before continuing.

Launch the Run dialog box .

Type Regedit in the blank field of the box and press Enter to open Registry Editor.

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In the Registry window that opens, navigate to the following path address:

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINESYSTEMCurrentControlSetServicesCDPUserSvc

Switch to the right panel and double-click on the Start key to edit its value.

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In the Edit String box that appears, change the number from the default value to 4 .

This will disable the service.

Now, close Registry Editor and exit.

Restart your PC to allow the changes to take effect.

You will no longer see Win32Bridge.server.exe incorrect function errors on Windows 10.

Jessica Tanner

Update 17 December 2020