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How to remove CTLTray error


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CTLTray.exe file information

The process Creative TaskTray belongs to the software Creative TaskTray or CTLTray.exe or Sound Blaster Audigy by Creative Technology Ltd (www.creative.com).

Description: File CTLTray.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files". The file size on Windows XP is 163,840 bytes.
There is an icon for this program on the taskbar next to the clock. The program has a visible window. File CTLTray.exe is not a Windows core file. CTLTray.exe is able to record inputs. Therefore the technical security rating is 17% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.

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External information from Paul Collins:

  • "Tasktray" is not required to run at start up. Installed with the Sound Blaster Audigy range of soundcards. Allows you to set EAX effects or equalizer settings for the Sound Blaster Audigy from a systray icon.  Also allows you to launch the Taskbar via right-click -> Show Taskbar. The tasktray can be accessed via Start -> Programs -> Creative -> Sound Blaster Audigy -> Taskbar

Important: Some malware camouflage themselves as CTLTray.exe, particularly if they are located in c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Thus check the CTLTray.exe process on your pc whether it is pest. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. It is one of the Top Download Picks of 2005 of The Washington Post and PC World.

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It comes with Creative SoundBlaster software
  mike  
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It's the task bar from Creative. Easy shortcut for modding your EAX effects. It's good.
  k2urt  

Summary: 2 users think CTLTray.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.

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