How to fix Low Memory and out of memory errors

Rebooting the computer is required

Rebooting the computer can frequently fix out of memory issues. We advise you to try resetting the computer first before attempting any of the methods below.

The PC has insufficient installed memory

Make sure your PC complies with the software's minimum system requirements. On the back or side of the programme box are the system requirements. Users of MS-DOS can learn more about obtaining extra memory and conventional memory by referring to some of the recommendations provided on our autoexec.bat and config.sys page. Our boot disc page contains instructions on how to manufacture a bootable diskette.

There is no installed memory management software

Installing memory management software is optional for many programmes. Unless the software documentation specifies otherwise, make sure the computer is loading himem.sys and emm386.exe if you're using Windows 3.x or MS-DOS. If both of these are loading, you might want to temporarily note the emm386 line because it might be the source of your problems. Our autoexec.bat and config.sys pages have more details about loading himem.sys and emm386. Whether the machine is running Windows 3.x or MS-DOS, you should temporarily disable or uninstall it to see if that is the source of your problem.

Emm386.exe, himem.sys, or any other memory management software shouldn't be needed if you're running Windows 95 or Windows 98 because Windows is capable of controlling the computer's memory. Uninstall the memory management programme if you're running Windows 95 or later because it can be the root of the problem. Upgrade your system RAM if this programme is necessary to meet the system requirements.

Insufficient disc storage

If you are using any version of Windows, make sure the computer hard drive has at least 100-500 MB of free storage space. The size of the computer's swap file cannot be increased if there is little or no disc space available.

Software issue

If the programme you are trying to execute keeps complaining about running out of memory, there may be a problem with the software. Make sure you have all of the program's updates and patches installed. Contact the software vendor or developer for more information and support if the problem continues or if there aren't any updates or patches for the programme.

Poor memory

If none of the aforementioned solutions work to fix your out of memory problems, your computer's memory may be faulty or failing.

How to Boost Virtual Memory

You may try to boost your virtual memory if the low memory problem occurs frequently. Here's how to go about it

• The Windows logo and the X buttons simultaneously.
• Select System.
• Under the Advanced pane in System Properties, click Settings, then click Advanced system settings.
• Under Advanced Pane, click Change.
• Uncheck Manage Paging File Size for All Drives Automatically. Verify Custom Size. Properly configure the initial and maximum sizes.
• Select OK and Set.

This ought to reduce how much memory your programmes use. Windows will give files extra memory.

Some users manage Windows memory using third-party software. Although it is not required, this can be useful for those who desire complete control over every element of their memory consumption.

Follow the instructions above if you start having memory problems, or get a third-party manager. You might want to think about buying a computer with extra RAM if the issue still exists after trying the aforementioned methods.

Unfortunately, computers have started to struggle to keep up with programmes as they get more memory-intensive. The good news is that you must limit your use to do this as a last resort. You probably won't need to replace your computer as long as it isn't older than ten years. The rate of obsolescence of computers has decreased throughout time. Simply put, hold off on replacing your computer right soon.

You can monitor the programmes and processes that are constantly running when you run out of RAM by using the Task Manager. This can assist you in troubleshooting the issue and modifying the programme you're using to see if that solves it. But be cautious when you close processes. Numerous of those processes must be active. If you do, there's a chance that your computer will crash don't know what you're shutting down. This wouldn't normally be a major deal, but it is always wise to be aware of what you are turning off. There is a strong probability that restarting the computer will fix any errors if you do shut something down that you shouldn't have.

Change the desktop heap size to fix the issue on your own. Follow these steps to accomplish this:

1. Press Windows key + R and type regedit in the Run dialogue box, then click OK. Alternatively, click Start, type regedit in the Start Search box, and then select regedit.exe in the Programs list.
2. Find the following registry subkey and then click it.
3. When you right-click a Windows entry, click Modify.
4. Find the SharedSection entry in the Value data area of the Edit String dialogue box, and then raise the second and third values for this entry.