Application error 0xc0000142

Forum|Forum|2 months ago
November 17, 2025
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Can anyone explain to me why every single time there is an update to InDesign or Bridge on my machine, i immediately get the Application error 0xc0000142 unable to start correctly?

I know that simply repairing Visual C++ Redistributable will fix the issue, but in my instance, that is an admin task that we are not able to accomplish without getting our IT Helpdesk involved.

So basically everytime I update, I am dead in the water until my helpdesk team can get on it.

It is just silly. And yes, we have uninstalled and reinstalled both the Adobe programs and the latest C++ packages.

What is the deal and how to correct this?

Mike Witherell

Community Expert

https://community.adobe.com/t5/indesign-discussions/reset-indesign-preferences-and-other-troubleshooting/td-p/11990234

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Mike Witherell

Parksite KarlAuthor

Inspiring

Thanks @Mike Witherell . I will definitely check it out.

Abhishek Rao

Community Manager

Hello @Parksite Karl,

I sincerely apologize for the issues you've encountered with the update. This should not interfere with your workflow in this manner. Please follow the recommendations given in this related thread and let me know if they assist you: https://adobe.ly/49XBF8C

After you have tried it, feel free to update me here, so I can further investigate.

I look forward to your feedback.

Abhishek

Parksite KarlAuthor

Inspiring

Hi @Abhishek Rao Appreciate the reply.

Yes, your procedure is how we fix it. This has happened to me ever since I tried a Beta version of Photoshop 12 months ago. My problem is that I need Admin rights to repair those files. So everytime I get an Adobe update, IT needs to get involved because we have to repair the files again. And until they can do it, the update renders me not being able to work. Its really silly. I am trying to figure out WHY they need to be repaired everytime I get an update.

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