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Discussion in 'Windows 7' started by BGBG, Sep 17, 2025.

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  1. BGBG

    BGBG Registered Members

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    I just tried to open a file with Photo Gallery and it would not work. How do I upgrade or use it again. I have Dell windows 7 Laptop. I am using (have been using) this program to save results of Microsoft Security Essentials and Malwarebytes Free scans. Am unsure how to update it.
    I have always used photo gallery and now it will not work. What can I do????
     
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    BGBG, Sep 17, 2025
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  3. plodr

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    You are aware that Malwarebytes' latest version no longer works on Windows 7. Therefore, it is pointless to save scan results.
     
    plodr, Sep 18, 2025
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  4. BGBG

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    No, I was not aware of that and wondered why it suddenly stopped working. Thank you for telling me.
     
    BGBG, Sep 18, 2025
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    Well, this has gone off-topic.
    Malwarebytes still works with Windows 7 - you just need to be updated to Windows 7 SP-1.
    https://help.malwarebytes.com/hc/en...urity#System_requirements_for_Windows_devices
    To find out if your OS has been updated, right-clickk the "Computer" icon on your desktop and select Properties.
     
    Tony D, Sep 18, 2025
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  6. BGBG

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    It says: Windows edition
    Windows 7 Home Premium
    Copyright 2009 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
    Service Pack 1

    Manufacturer: Dell
    Model: M5040
    Rating:3.9
    Processor: AMD E-450 APU with Radeon(tm) HD Graphics 1.65GHz
    AND MORE
     
    BGBG, Sep 18, 2025
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  7. plodr

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    You missed emphasis on latest version. If he tries to update, he will get a popup saying MBAM doesn't work with the OS and to update it. Meaning change the version of Windows.
    Make sure you are running 5.3.7.209 component package 139.0.5357. This is the last version to work with Windows 7.

    It is also pointless to save scan results. If it finds nothing, good. If it finds something, let MBAM quarantine the item/items.
    The dashboard has also changed again. To find the version you are running, click the ? and then About Malwarebytes.
     
    plodr, Sep 19, 2025
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  8. BGBG

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    I think I finally realized I had been using something I never really understood
     
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    I finally decided there is no real point in taking a screen shot if there are no threats found in scan.
     
    BGBG, Sep 22, 2025
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    Is there any way I can update Photo Gallery on Windows 7? It has stopped working and I need a way to copy and save screen shots.The Windows Photo Gallery has stopped working and I do not know what to DO!
     
    BGBG, Sep 26, 2025
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    plodr, Sep 27, 2025
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  12. BGBG

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    That is what I had been doing but it does not work now. Says I need an update to Photo Gallery. I guess I know WHAT to do but just do not know HOW. It says I need to update Photo Gallery. I just never did apparently and do not know HOW.
     
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  13. plodr

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    The snipping tool does not have a dependency on photo gallery. I NEVER downloaded and installed photo gallery and my snipping tool works.

    Click on the orb in the lower left corner, then click on Default Programs on the right pane of the pop-up.
    In the Window that appears, click the 2nd choice: Associate a file type or protocol with a program.
    Be patient because it takes time to load all the file extensions.

    Look over the list. When you see Photo Gallery listed, highlight the entry and click the button at the top right that says Change Program. You want Windows Photo Viewer not Photo Gallery.

    Open the Snipping Tool. If you don't have a shortcut, it is found under Accessories. Click on it to open it. Then you should see a box with the words "Drag the cursor around the area you want to capture".

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    Thank you for your reply. I shall try these things. B.G.
     
    BGBG, Sep 29, 2025
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    Maybe I will get up the nerve and courage to try and fix the Window Snipping Tool. Maybe I should make a written notebook list of logins. I never did that, although I have seen it suggested, because I must have thought it was easier to just snap a picture. But now for some unknown reason many have stopped working. And I am unsure how to fix that.
     
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    Re: My Last: The snipping tool does work. It is just that the Photo Gallery cannot open the picture. How can I fix this?
     
    BGBG, Sep 29, 2025
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    You can't fix photo gallery; it is no longer supported.
     
    plodr, Sep 30, 2025
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    Is there some substitute that is a free download?
     
    BGBG, Sep 30, 2025
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    If PhotoGallery will no longer work with Windows 7 then how can I make a viewable copy of a document or picture?
     
    BGBG, Sep 30, 2025
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  20. plodr

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    After you snip the picture and change the name from CAPTURE.jpg to something else that you remember, right click the picture and select "open with". Remove PhotoGallery as the choice and replace it with Windows Photo Viewer or Paint or Firefox.

    If you have IrfanView, you can also choose that. But your best bet is either Windows Photo Viewer or Paint.
     
    plodr, Oct 1, 2025
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    What is a free replacement for Photo Gallery on Windows 7?
     
    BGBG, Oct 1, 2025
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