Replace GDI.exe Without Reloading Windows

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The discussion centers on the issue of replacing the deleted GDI.exe file from the Windows system folder without rebooting the operating system. Users suggest utilizing the "System Restore" feature to revert to an earlier date, which may restore the missing file. Additionally, it is noted that Windows can automatically recreate essential files that have been deleted. If these methods fail, locating the Windows installation CD is recommended as a last resort.

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Yesterday, I did something really stupid. I deleted GDI.exe from my windows system folder. Is there anyway to replace it without reloading windows since I don't know where the disk is? I was deleting some virus that put in a hundred or so exe files with permutations of three letters as their title and I accidently got the Gdi.exe as well.
 
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Yesterday, I did something really stupid. I deleted GDI.exe from my windows system folder. Is there anyway to replace it without reloading windows since I don't know where the disk is? I was deleting some virus that put in a hundred or so exe files with permutations of three letters as their title and I accidently got the Gdi.exe as well.

I'm not sure, but maybe doing a "system restore to an earlier date" will correct this problem. Go to "PC Help and Tools" and select "System Restore" and then do a restore to an earlier date. Perhaps someone here can verify this.
 
You could have the deleted file in the Recycle Bin.
Even if you don't have that file, Windows automatically re creates important files that have been completely deleted (I don't know about Gdi.exe). Try also system restore at an earlier point as saltydog suggested. Otherwise, try to find the installation CD if that's not a big trouble.
 

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