Homepub 2K Error Message: WMF Graphics Filter Is Missing (246171)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Home Publishing 2000
  • Microsoft Home Publishing Express 2000
  • Microsoft Greetings 2000
This article was previously published under Q246171

SYMPTOMS

When you start any of the programs listed at the beginning of this article, you may receive one of the following error messages:
  • One or more components are missing or broken. WMF graphics filter is missing.
  • Wmf graphics filter is missing.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur if the Windows Metafile (WMF) graphics import filter is damaged or missing.

RESOLUTION

To resolve this issue, rename the Wmfimp32.flt file:
  1. Click Start, point to Find, and then click Files or Folders.
  2. In the Named field, type wmfimp32.flt.
  3. In the Look in box, click Local hard drives, and then click to select the Include Subfolders check box.
  4. Click Find Now.
  5. Right-click the Wmfimp32.flt file, and then click Rename.
  6. Type wmfimp32.old.
  7. Press ENTER.
  8. Close the Find: Files Named Wmfimp32.old dialog box.
  9. Reinstall the program.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:8/1/2000
Keywords:kberrmsg kbprb KB246171
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