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Lame_enc.dll Errors The first two errors below, generated by the Audacity software program, are by the far the most common simply because Audacity is the most common application that utilizes the LAME MP3 encoder. If you’re not using that program, your error message will be different and might appear more like the final three examples below. Audacity does not export MP3 files directly but instead uses the freely available LAME library to handle MP3 file encoding....

In some cases, mfc42d.dll errors could indicate a registry problem, a virus or malware issue, or even a hardware failure. Mfc42d.dll Errors There are several different ways that mfc42d.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common ways that you might see mfc42d.dll errors: Mfc42d.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because mfc42d.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.Cannot find [PATH]\mfc42d....

In some cases, msvcp80.dll errors could indicate a registry problem, a virus or malware issue, or even a hardware failure. Msvcp80.dll Errors Here are several examples showing how msvcp80.dll errors can show up on your computer: Msvcp80.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because msvcp80.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.Cannot find [PATH]\msvcp80.dllThe file msvcp80.dll is missing.Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: msvcp80.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again....

Print spooler keeps stoppingPrinting service stops runningPrint jobs get hung up in the print queueDeleted Print jobs don’t disappearThe printer doesn’t work at all These issues usually appear just after you try to send the print job to the printer and then realize the printer isn’t responding. Figuring out printer spooler errors is a smaller subset of printer troubleshooting. Cause of Print Spooler Errors in Windows 10 Several issues can cause print spooler errors, including print spooler settings, one failed print job, other non-working printers, and printer driver issues....

Causes of the ‘System 5 Error Has Occurred’ Message Most people are surprised when they see the “System error 5 has occurred” error when using the Windows command prompt, because most commands don’t require administrator access. However, if you ever do try to use one of those administrator commands, this problem will arise. It’s the equivalent of an “Access is denied” error. If you try typing a command like “net user,” which requires elevated (administrator) access, you’re going to see the system error 5 message....

How to Flip the Camera on a Surface Pro using the Camera App The Microsoft Surface Pro has a camera on the front for video conferences and a camera on the rear for photos and video. Apps will use the front camera by default. The Camera app, included with every installation of Windows 10, is the default app for snapping photos and recording video on a Surface device. You can flip the camera in this app by tapping the camera icon in the upper right side of the application....

How Do I Get a Google Phone Number? Before creating a Google number, you must already have a Google account and a number with a traditional phone service (either a landline or a mobile carrier). To sign up for Google Voice to get your free phone number: How Does a Google Phone Number Work? Go to the Google Voice page whenever you want to call from your web browser, or use the Google Voice app....

Share Netflix Accounts With Friends or Family The basic Netflix plan only allows you to watch one show or movie at a time, but the standard and premium plans allow you to watch multiple things on multiple devices. With the standard plan, you can watch up to two things at once, and the premium plan allows you to stream up to four shows or movies at the same time. The basic Netflix plan doesn’t support HD streaming, so if you know anyone with a Netflix subscription, there’s a good chance they have the standard or premium plan....

Subwoofer Placement Finding the right place for a speaker is essential, whether it’s a tweeter or a subwoofer. However, subwoofers are often more difficult to position correctly. Follow these basic instructions to find the right place for your subwoofers, and keep in mind that extension cords may be necessary. And just because a subwoofer looks good in one spot doesn’t mean it will sound good there. Here are some general positioning tips:...

How to Go Offline in Spotify on Desktop If you like to listen to music on your computer, then chances are you’re usually connected to the internet. However, sometimes you may need to go offline for travel, or just for general internet outages. If you want to be prepared, you can always have some playlists downloaded to your computer so you can listen even without an internet connection. Enable Offline Mode on the Desktop Once you have downloaded the playlist, you can then play it at any time....

How to Install a Printer Driver Before you use these instructions, review the installation instructions for your printer. If it’s a new printer, you can probably find a quick-start guide included in the box. If you’re reinstalling the printer driver for an older printer, go to the manufacturer’s web site and look for the printer manual, which is often in the site’s support pages. The setup guide for your specific printer may have different instructions that you should follow rather than these general guidelines....

How to Install a Cap-Based Tire Pressure Monitor Tire pressure monitoring systems are a vehicle safety technology that prevent you from driving with a flat tire. Some vehicles come with built-in systems, but you can install a tire pressure monitoring system at home. There are two main types of aftermarket tire pressure monitoring systems (TPMS). One type uses sensors installed inside the tires, and the other type uses sensors built into valve stem caps....

How Do I Know If I Have SSD or HDD Windows 10? If you need to know whether your Windows 10 PC has a SSD or HDD for storage, there are a few different ways of finding out. Here’s the quickest solution in Windows 10 to find out if your storage is SDD- or HDD-based. How Do I Find Out What Type of Hard Drive I Have? Another method to check what type of hard drive you have is to use the PowerShell or Command Prompt to find out....

How Can I Log out of Netflix on My TV? The logout or sign-out option is incredibly hard to find on the Netflix app made for smart TVs, but it is there. Here’s how to find Netflix’s logout option and how to use it to switch accounts. How Do I Sign out of Netflix and Log In? After you’ve signed out of the Netflix app on your TV via the above steps, you or anyone else can sign back in by selecting the Sign In option on the app’s main screen....

Using the Apple Store App to Make Genius Bar Appointments In that case, the fastest, easiest way to book an appointment is to forget using the web-based tools and use the Apple Store app. Here’s what you need to know: Select Your Support Type and Store Location You’ve started the process of making your Apple Store appointment. Next: Confirm Apple Store Appointment Date and Time With the store you’ll get help as selected:...

How Do I Make Someone a Presenter in a Teams Live Event? Microsoft Teams lets you set multiple presenters in one meeting with different rights. The presenters have the same rights as the organizer, so limiting how many presenters you have in the meeting is wise.These are the steps to make someone a presenter in a Microsoft Teams Meeting. Can a Guest Be a Presenter in a Teams Live Event? You can only designate an attendee with a Microsoft Teams account as a presenter in a meeting....

Turn on Google Voice Match Give your eyes a rest and allow your Android device to read your texts to you. This feature (as well as sending texts using your voice) is available through Google and the free apps that you can download from Google Play. Google is installed by default on Android devices. It provides basic voice texting functionality without additional software. If you have Android 4.4 or above and the Voice Match setting activated, you’re good to go....

Configure POP Access for Your Old Account You must have your old account configured to allow access using Post Office Protocol. If you already set it up, make sure all email programs or services you have configured to download mail from your old Gmail account using POP are closed or set not to check mail automatically. Then skip to the next section. If you haven’t yet activated POP: Make Your New Gmail Account Fetch Messages Next, prompt your new Gmail account to fetch the messages you want to transfer....

Multiply Rows or Columns: Use Cell References in Formulas It’s possible to enter numbers directly into a formula. But it’s much better to enter the data into worksheet cells and then use the addresses or references of those cells in the formula. The main advantage of using cell references in a formula, rather than the actual data, can be seen when the data in the cells is changed. When the actual data is used for the calculation, the formula needs to be rewritten....

How to Open Registry Editor Access Registry Editor by following this procedure: You can now make whatever changes you need to make to the registry, which probably shouldn’t be done unless you’re versed in how to safely add, change, or delete registry keys and values. Make sure, whatever you do, that you only affect the narrow registry areas that you intend to. In Windows 7 or Windows Vista, select Start. In Windows XP, select Start and then Run....