Can't open Editor

[wells82]

I have been using Photoshop Elements 3.0(with Windows XP) successfully for two years. A few days ago, I downloaded some photos from my camera as usual. Now, when if try to go into Quick Fix or Standard Edit, I receive the following message: "Adobe Photoshop 8 does not run under this version of the operating system. Please check the package minimum requirements for the operating system level necessary for this software." I am still able to go into the Auto Fix Window, however, and the Organizer works just fine.

As far as I know, I have made no changes to my computer that would cause this. (I'm rather un-computer-savvy.) Any ideas?

[baycruisers]

I'm guessing that one of your DLL files has gotten corrupted or gone missing. If rebooting doesn't fix it, you should probably just reinstall PSE.

[billd2]

This sounds like another problem that System Restore would help. Just use a date prior to the time the problem began.

[wells82]

System Restore? I see a "System Restore" under "System" on my Control Panel but I don't see how it lets me do anything other than turn it on/off and determine how much disk space to allow for it.

I went to "Add/Remove Programs" and saw that PSE3.0 has a repair option. I tried that but it didn't help. Do I need to remove the PSE and reinstall or just reinstall? Will this affect my photos?

Did I mention that I was un-computer savvy?!

Thanks so much for your help.

[billd2]

Wells82,

Go to Start--Programs--Accessories--System Tools--System Restore. Once there just follow directions. Be sure to select a restore point prior to the time your problems began. I have used this in the past and it has been quite beneficial. Any saved data will not be lost and the procedure is reversible if necessary. Hope this helps you.

[wells82]

Thanks Billd2! System Restore did the trick. What a great thing to know about. I think you have solved not only this problem but some future problems as well. Thank you, thank you.

[billd2]

Wells 82, I'm glad you solved your problem and yes System Restore is a useful procedure to solve a lot of different problems. Prior to installing any new programs I always insert a restore point just in case something unforseen happens.