presentationfontcache.exe
presentationfontcache.exe
Process name: Windows Presentation Foundation Service
Application using this process: .NET Framework 3.0
File location: C:\Windows\microsoft.net\framework\v3.0\wpf
Recommended: Check your system for presentationfontcache.exe problems
What is presentationfontcache.exe doing on my computer?
presentationfontcache.exe is a Windows Presentation Foundation Service from Microsoft Corporation belonging to .NET Framework 3.0 . This is the graphical subsystem of the .NET Framework 3.0 which is an essential component of Windows Vista.
presentationfontcache.exe is a system process that is needed for your PC to work properly. It should not be removed.
The presentationfontcache.exe is an executable file on your computer's hard drive. This file contains machine code. If you start the software .NET Framework 3.0 on your PC, the commands contained in presentationfontcache.exe will be executed on your PC. For this purpose, the file is loaded into the main memory (RAM) and runs there as a Windows Presentation Foundation Service process (also called a task).
Is presentationfontcache.exe harmful?
This process is considered safe. It is unlikely to pose any harm to your system. The presentationfontcache.exe file should be located in the folder C:\Windows\microsoft.net\framework\v3.0\wpf. Otherwise it could be a Trojan.
Can I stop or remove presentationfontcache.exe?
Since presentationfontcache.exe is a system process it should not be stopped. The process is required for your PC to work properly. Also the corresponding software .NET Framework 3.0 should not be uninstalled.
Is presentationfontcache.exe CPU intensive?
This process is considered to be CPU intensive. Without proper management, CPU intensive processes can manipulate system resources causing speed loss. Check the .NET Framework 3.0 settings to see if you can turn off unneeded modules or services.
Why is presentationfontcache.exe giving me errors?
System process issues are mainly a result of conflicting applications running on your PC. Consider uninstalling any applications you are not using. Then reboot your computer.
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