The Windows operating system has many processes and executables that help it run smoothly. One of the important system processes in the slui.exe program. Slui.exe is responsible for Activation and verification Your Windows 10 license. We’ve put together all the information to help you learn more about slui.exe and whether it’s safe to run on your computer.
The slui.exe process is a system process Help activate your Windows operating system† It is also used for Check if you are using a genuine Windows license† Your computer requires an activated Windows to run smoothly so that you can access all Windows features.
slui.exe is located in “C:WindowsSystem32 folder”. when you run it Activate or change your Windows 10 license key† It also runs automatically to verify and check the validity of your Windows product key.
What is slui.exe?
Slui.exe is a Windows 10 OS system process that plays a vital role in activating your Windows operating system.is also called Windows activation client, the slui.exe program will help you activate or change your Windows license. It was developed by Microsoft Corporation to ensure that users are using a genuine and activated Windows operating system.
Is slui.exe a virus or malware?
No, slui.exe is not a virus or malware† The slui.exe file is included with Windows operating systems for activation purposes. You don’t have to worry about it being a virus or malware or try to remove it; unless you’re prepared to run into problems running programs or resetting or reinstalling Windows.
However, this does not mean that every slui.exe process is a real Windows program. Your computer may be affected by a virus or malware disguised as slui.exe.
How to Determine if slui.exe is a Genuine Windows Program File or a Virus
Since slui.exe is an executable file, malware and viruses are also delivered using this file format. Therefore, not every slui.exe is safe to run on your computer. Some viruses and malware can hide as the slui.exe process, damaging and compromising your computer. You can make sure that your slui.exe is not a malicious program running on your computer by:
Method 1: Identify the location of slui.exe
The most reliable way to determine if you are running a genuine slui.exe Windows program is to evaluate its location.
To check the location of the slui.exe file:
step 1: start up task manager according to CTRL+SHIFT+ESC.
Step 2: Alternatively, right-click main menu and select task manager†
Step 3: click detail tab and locate the running slui.exe file.
Step 4: Right-click the slui.exe file.
Step 5: choose Open the file location.
You should be in “C:Windows/System32” flyer.
Anything beyond that is a sign that your computer is under attack by a virus or malware.
Method 2: Check the digital signature of slui.exe
You can also use Process Explorer to identify viruses or malware. Microsoft’s Process Explorer gives users greater insight and control over their system processes. It’s more of a better version of Task Manager. Therefore, you can check the slui.exe signature to verify that it is genuine.
To check the slui.exe signature:
step 1: Download Process Explorer from Microsoft
Step 2: Start Process Explorer (no installation required).
Step 3: click Options Label.
Step 4: under Optionschoose Verify image signature.
Step 5: click view Label.
Step 6: click Select columns.
Step 7: Add to Verified signer as one of the columns.
Step 8: Locate your slui.exe file from process Pillar.
Step 9: Check the signing status of your slui.exe in the Verified Signer column.
Typically the verified signer of your slui.exe should be ‘Verified †
However, if the process status is listed as Unable to verify, which is either unsigned or signed by an untrusted authority. It could be a potential virus or malware disguised as a slui.exe file.
How to Disable or Remove slui.exe from Windows 10
If you want to delete or disable the slui.exe system process, keep in mind that it can affect the performance of programs associated with it. This might even force you to reset Window or reinstall it. It should not be disabled or deleted unless it is a malicious file. However, if you want to delete the slui.exe file, please follow the steps below.
Method 1: Remove Slui.exe from Program Files
If slui.exe is part of a software program, it has an uninstaller. You can uninstall it by:
- Navigate to the program’s location and find the uninstaller.it should be like this slui_uninstall.exe†
- Click Uninstaller to remove it.
If it was installed using Windows Installer, it can be uninstalled using the following steps:
step 1: go with control panel.
Step 2: click uninstall program under program menu.
Step 3: Search for slui.exe in the search bar.
Step 4: Right click on the file.
Step 5: click Uninstall.
If you cannot find it’s uninstaller, then you need to uninstall your Windows operating system to delete the slui.exe file.
Method 2: Remove Slui.exe as a virus or malware
If you suspect that a given slui.exe file is a virus or malware, you can uninstall it using an antivirus or malware removal program. you should:
- Download a reputable antivirus/antimalware program
- Do a complete system analysis
- Antivirus software or malware removal programs will delete slui.exe from your computer if the file is malicious.
How to activate or change your Windows 10 license using slui.exe
Since slui.exe is part of the Windows licensing system, you can use it to activate or change your Windows 10 license. You can start it manually or use Windows settings to start the slui.exe process. The process is as follows:
Option 1: Manually start slui.exe with Run
To start slui.exe manually, follow these steps:
step 1: Right click on the start menu and select run† or press Win + R keys Start running.
Step 2: The Run dialog box will appear.
Step 3: enter closure or slui.exe.
Step 4: click Row run it.
Step 5: The Activation menu in Windows Settings will open.
enter close 4 If you need phone support to activate Windows.
Step 6: The next window depends on whether you have a licensed Windows operating system. If you have unlicensed Windows, you will provide the key here. For already licensed PCs, you can change your license key.
Step 7: click Next Go ahead and follow the on-screen instructions.
Option 2: Launch slui.exe from Windows Settings
Another option is to use the Windows settings to start the slui.exe process before activating or changing the Windows license. In this method, you:
step 1: click main menu.
Step 2: choose set up from the list.
Step 3: inside set up menu, click Update and Security†
Step 4: click activation.
Step 5: Depending on whether you are licensed, an activation menu will appear.
Step 6: For licensed Windows users, click Change product key Start the slui.exe process and change your activation key.
Step 7: Type your new Windows 10 license key Enter product key Box.
Step 8: click Next Go ahead and follow the on-screen instructions.
What are slui.exe Runtime Errors?
Slui.exe runtime errors can occur when Windows or other programs load the slui.exe file. This happens when a program starts or sometimes runs and tries to load a file. The associated program will not start until you resolve the given error.
These runtime errors can occur if the slui.exe file has been corrupted, deleted, damaged, or moved. To prevent corruption of your slui.exe file, you should make sure you have up-to-date antivirus software installed and scan your computer regularly.
Common types of slui.exe error messages
The most common types of slui.exe errors that can appear on your Windows PC include:
- Slui.exe Application Error
- Sliu.exe is not a valid Win32 application
- Error starting program: slui.exe
- Slui.exe could not be installed
- Slui.exe is not running
- Faulting Application Path: slui.exe
- Slui.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close.We apologize for the inconvenience this has caused
- slui.exe not found
- Slui.exe failed
Most of these error messages appear when you start or shut down Windows, install or run a software program, or install the Windows operating system. Therefore, depending on where and when the error occurred, there are different troubleshooting methods to correct it.
FAQ
1. How to fix slui.exe error?
If you’re encountering a slui.exe error, fixing it depends on the error. You should note the type of related error message. However, you can try the following solutions to fix slui.exe errors:
- restore your system
- Scan your computer for viruses or malware
- run over Windows 10 System File Checker
- Reinstall the Windows operating system
- Repair your Windows installation instead of reinstalling
- use Disk Cleanup clean up your hard drive
2. Can I remove slui.exe from my computer?
Yes, You can delete slui.exe. However, removing slui.exe is not recommended. This is because it is an advanced Microsoft feature involving Windows activation and licensing. Slui.exe should not be deleted or interfered with in any way. If you remove it, Windows will revoke your license and make you miss out on important feature updates.
3. What is the function of Windows activation client slui.exe?
The Windows activation client slui.exe has two main functions. Slui.exe is used when activating or changing your Windows license. It is also used to check that your Windows license is genuine. This helps Microsoft track down PCs running unlicensed Windows or users who try to bypass licensing restrictions using activation cracks or online license keys.
4. How to enable slui.exe?
In addition to manually starting slui.exe using run command or through Windows settings, you can also start it with the following procedure:
- press search icon on your taskbar
- Enter slui.exe enter the search box
- according to Enter
- according to Yes In the User Account Control screen
If you disabled the slui.exe process, you can enable it by right-clicking it in the Task Manager window.