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I’m trying to install MATLAB but every time I initiate the installation there is «command line option syntax error» for Microsoft visual C++ 2005 Redistributable. I have installed » Microsoft visual C++ 2005 Redistributable» but still this error continues. I have also modified variable value but still problem continues. I am facing above problem since 1709 update of windows 10.

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Issues with installing an application are usually occurring due to software incompatibility issues. Your concern might need an in-depth technical assistance and we might need to redirect you to our Microsoft TechNet forums. For us to direct you to the correct forum category, we would need you to answer the following questions:

• Which build and edition of Windows 10 is installed on your computer?
• Is your device connected to a domain network?
• Is the same issue occurring even when you are using other user profiles?

In the meantime, we suggest performing a clean boot before installing the program. Let us know if the same issue persists.

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Error message when you try to install an application on a Windows Vista SP1-based or Windows 7 computer: «Command line option syntax error.»

Support for Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) ends on July 12, 2011. To continue receiving security updates for Windows, make sure you’re running Windows Vista with Service Pack 2 (SP2). For more information, refer to this Microsoft web page: Support is ending for some versions of Windows.

Symptoms

Consider the following scenario.

You are running a Windows XP Service Pack 3 (SP3), Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1) or a Windows 7 based computer

You use a user name that includes a double-byte character set (DBCS) character.

When you try to install an application that uses the Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable Package, you receive the following error message:

Command line option syntax error. Type command/? For help.

Cause

This problem occurs because the Win32 Cabinet Self-Extractor tool cannot handle the DBCS characters in the user name.

Resolution

To have us fix this problem for you, go to the «Fix it for me» section. If you prefer to fix this problem yourself, go to the «Let me fix it myself» section.

Fix it for me

To fix this problem automatically, click the Fix it button or link. Then click Run in the File Download dialog box, and follow the steps in the Fix it wizard.

The Fix it solution will not work if your account is not an administrator account.

This wizard may be in English only. However, the automatic fix also works for other language versions of Windows.

If you are not on the computer that has the problem, save the Fix it solution to a flash drive or a CD and then run it on the computer that has the problem.

Let me fix it myself

To resolve this problem, follow these steps:

Click Start, right-click Computer, and then click Properties.

In the Computer name, domain, and workgroup settings area, click Change settings.

If you are prompted for an administrator password or for confirmation, type your password, or click Continue.

Click Change Settings and then selct the Advanced tab. Click on the Environment variables button

In the User variables area, click TEMP, and then click Edit.

In the Variable value box, type C:\Temp, and then click OK two times.

Click Apply, and then click OK.

Follow steps 4 through 6 for the TMP environment variable as well.

Confirm that C:\Temp folder exists, if not create one.

Restart the computer.

Attempt to install the application again.

Did this fix the problem?

Check whether the problem is fixed. If the problem is fixed, you are finished with this section. If the problem is not fixed, you can contact support.

We would appreciate your feedback. To provide feedback or to report any issues with this solution, please leave a comment on the «Fix it for me» blog or send us an email.

FIX: Printer syntax error offending command in Windows

If you are using a Postscript printer, when printing documents you may encounter printer syntax error offending command error. The full error reads: ERROR: syntaxerror OFFENDING COMMAND: –nostringval– STACK: mark

This error can occur while printing from a photo viewer or editing software as well as word processors like Microsoft Wordpad.

If you are also troubled by this error, here are a couple of troubleshooting tips to help you resolve the Printer syntax error offending command in Windows 10.

How to fix syntax error offending command on printers

1. Convert the file to PDF

1. Open the document in MS Word.
2. Click on File and select Save as.
3. Click the drop-down menu for Saveas and select PDF from the options.
4. Enter a name and save the file.
5. Open the PDF file in a PDF viewer and try to print the file. The printer should print the file successfully.

Several users have reported that converting the word document to a PDF file as helped them resolve the issue. While this is just a workaround, it should help you to take a printout when required.

2. Remove and re-add the printer

1. Click on Start and select Settings.
2. Go to Devices.
3. Select Printersand Scanners.
4. Scroll down to your installed printer list.
5. Select your printer and click on Remove device.
6. Click Yes to confirm the action.

2.1 Uninstall the software

1. Press Windows Key + R to open Run.
2. Type control and click OK.
3. In the Control Panel window, go to Programs > Programs and Features.
4. Select your printer app from the list of installer apps.
5. Click on Uninstall. Click Yes if prompted by the UAC.
6. Follow on-screen instructions to remove the software.

2.2. Add the printer

1. Download the latest version of your printer‘s software. You can download it from the manufacturer’s website.
2. Install the printer software.
3. Next, click on Start > Settings and select Device.
4. Click on Printers and scanners.
5. Click on Addaprinter or scanner.
6. Follow on-screen instructions to install the printer.
7. Now try to print using the newly added printer and check for any improvements.

3. Use HP universal print drivers

1. Press the Windows key and search for control.
2. Click and open Control Panel.
3. Go to Hardware and Sound > Devices and Printers.
   
   
4. Select your printer from the list and click on Print server properties.
5. In the Print Server Properties window, select the printer driver.
6. Click the Remove button. Click Yes to confirm the action.
7. Close the Properties window and the Control Panel.

3.1 Download HP Universal Print Drivers

1. Go to HP software and driver download page.
2. Download and install the latest version of the HP Universal Print driver.
3. Make sure you re-add the printer and check for any improvements.
   • Refer to Method 2

The printer syntax error offending command is a common error that can occur due to various reasons. In this article, we have listed a workaround as well as some quick fixes to help you resolve the issue.

If you’re aware of another fix or workaround for this printer error, let us know about it by leaving a message in the comments section below.

«Command line option syntax error»

Bluetooth driver update on Windows 8 does not get installed and error Command line option syntax error. Type command/? For help. appears

The windows Temp setting settings and folder are intact. Still after restarting the pc, the same error appears.

Please help to resolve this issue.

Thanks in advance

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This problem may occur if Win32 Cabinet Self-Extractor tool cannot handle the DBCS characters in the user name.

1. What is the make and model of the computer?

2. Are you trying to install Bluetooth driver update from Windows update or manually from manufacturer website?

I see that you have checked Temp Settings if you have not tried these steps, I would suggest you to perform the steps and check if this fixes the issue:

a. Press “Windows key + W ” from the keyboard.

b. Type “System ” without quotes in the search box.

c. Select “System ” from the left panel.

d. Under “Computer name, domain, and workgroup settings” section, click “Change settings ”.

User Account Control permission: If you are prompted for an administrator password or for confirmation, type your password, or click Continue.

e. Click “Change Settings” and then select the “Advanced” tab. Click on the “Environment variables ” button.

f. In the “User variables area”, click “TEMP”, and then click “Edit ”.

g. In the “Variable value box”, type “C:\Temp”, and then click “OK ” two times.

h. Click “Apply”, and then click “OK” .

i. Follow stepsf through h for the TMP environment variable as well.

j. Confirm that “C:\Temp ” folder exists, if not create one.

k. Restart the computer.

l. Attempt to install the driver again.

Hope this information helps. Reply to the post with updated status of the issue to assist you further.

«Command line option syntax error» on «Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 SP1 Redistributable Package (x86), and the installation fails.

Original Title : Command line option syntax error

I’m trying to install Autodesk Revit 2013 on Windows 8 Pro, but on the process I get the message «Command line option syntax error» on «Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 SP1 Redistributable Package (x86), and the installation fails.

What can I do to fix this?

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Thanks for posting your query in Microsoft Community Forums.

I would appreciate if you could answer the following questions to help you better.

1) Have you made any recent hardware or software changes to your computer prior to the issue?

2) Have you been able to install other applications successfully?

IMPORTANT : If you have installed previous pre-release versions of Visual C++ 2005 or Visual Studio 2005, such as Beta 1, Beta 2 or Community Technical Preview (CTP) builds, then you must uninstall these versions via Add/Remove Programs in Control Panel before installing the final released version.

Method 1: Install the latest version of the Microsoft Visual C++

To check the latest supported versions of Visual C++

Method 2: I would suggest you to perform the Clean Boot and install the Autodesk Revit 2013 and see if it works.

Perform Clean Boot.

To help troubleshoot error messages and other issues, you can start Windows 8 by using a minimal set of drivers and startup programs. This kind of startup is known as a «clean boot.» A clean boot helps eliminate software conflicts.

Important : Reset the computer to start as usual.

Note: After you have finished troubleshooting, follow these steps to boot to normal startup.

a) Press the ‘Windows + R’ key on the keyboard.
b) In the ‘Run’ windows type ’MSCONFIG’ and click ‘Ok’.
c) On the ‘General’ tab, click the ‘Normal Startup’ option, and then click ‘OK’.
d) When you are prompted to restart the computer, click ‘Restart’.

Hope the information helps. If you need further assistance, please reply. We will be happy to help you.

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