pcre2test.exe: which program is it?
pcre2test.exe is a program file of pcre2grep. It is installed together with the program and is how it is started from the command line.
| App | Publisher | Latest version | Default install folder |
|---|---|---|---|
| pcre2grep | — | 10.39 | — |
Frequently asked questions
Is pcre2test.exe safe?
pcre2test.exe is a normal part of pcre2grep when it sits in the program's install folder and carries the publisher's digital signature. A file with the same name in another folder can be something else: check its signature and hash.
Where is pcre2test.exe located?
In the program's install folder, which the installer chooses; winget puts portable programs under %LOCALAPPDATA%\Microsoft\WinGet\Packages.
How do I remove pcre2test.exe?
Uninstall pcre2grep through Settings → Apps or with winget; the uninstaller removes pcre2test.exe with it. Deleting the file alone leaves the rest of the program behind.