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Windows could not start the themes service on local computer (3 solutions)

Getting the error Windows could not start the themes service on local computer? Then try this.

0 Pre-requisites

before you start, it is recommended to restart the Windows 7 themes – this may already fix your problems

1 Scan For Corrupt System Files

Whenever you run into serious problems, it is recommend to do a system file check

1. StepOpen an elevated command prompt

2. StepEnter sfc.exe /scannow and hit Enter

2 Have You Used Windows 7 Aero Themes Before?

If you know that your PC is capable of running them, then proceed, else you should make sure that your graphic card / mainboard actually supports the themes service – for that WDDM driver (Windows Display Driver Model) support is required

3 Reset Privileges

We have a registry tweak that can reset your Themes service values and reset the RequiredPrivileges key that is important for the service to work properly

Download Themes Service Tweak