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FIX: RAVBg64.exe tries to use Skype
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Many users use Skype on daily basis, but issues with Skype can sometimes appear. Speaking of issues, users report that RAVBg64.exe is trying to use Skype whenever it starts. This isn’t a serious problem, but it can be rather annoying, so today we’re going to show you how to fix it.
What can I do if RAVBg64.exe tries to use Skype?
Many users think that RAVBg64.exe is a virus, but in fact this file is related to yourRealtekAudio driver, so it’s perfectly safe to use.
Even if you receive a message that this file is trying to access Skype, there’s no need to worry since this file isn’t malicious at all. Now that we know what this file is, let’s see how to fix this problem.
1. Install the latest version of Skype
All applications have some bugs, and Skype is no exception. If you’re getting a message telling you that RAVBg64.exe is trying to access Skype, you might want to check for updates.
Most bugs are fixed with updates, so if you’re having this problem, be sure to check if you have the latest version of Skype installed. If not, update it and check if the issue still persists.
2. Reinstall Skype
After you remove Skype, you just have to download the latest version and install it again. After reinstalling Skype, check if the problem still appears.
3. Reset Skype settings
Your Skype settings will now revert to default and the problem should be resolved. Keep in mind that resetting your settings will remove your chat history, but you can easily restore it by copying it fromSkype_olddirectory.
4. Change Skype’s settings
After doing that, the message should disappear completely.
Problems with RavBG64.exe aren’t serious, but they can be rather annoying. This isn’t a serious error, and we hope that you managed to solve it by using one of our solutions.
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Milan Stanojevic
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Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
