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This tool could not be executed. Please ensure that it points to a valid executable.

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This error generally occurs when you attempt to launch an external tool and the tool fails to run. This error might be caused because the specified file is not a valid executable or batch file.

To correct this error

  • Check that the external tool is a valid executable or batch file using the ExternalTools dialog box available from the Tools menu.

See Also

Tasks

How to: Launch Tools from Visual Studio

Reference

Arguments for External Tools