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How to completely uninstall GRASS GIS

GRASS GIS is a comprehensive application that seeks to offer you a large amount of functions, as it can perform numerous jobs with provided spatial data. At the same time, it features an intuitive interface and offers extensive documentation, to help inexperienced users get started on their projects.

Do you have trouble completely uninstalling GRASS GIS from your system?
Are you looking for an effective solution to thoroughly get rid of it off the computer? Do not worry!
You came to the right place, and you will be able to uninstall GRASS GIS without any difficulty.

What usually makes people to uninstall GRASS GIS?

It seems that there are many users who have difficulty uninstalling programs like GRASS GIS from their systems. Some experience issues during uninstallation, whereas other encounter problems after the program is removed.

These are the main reasons why GRASS GIS is uninstalled by users:

  • The program is not compatible with other installed applications.
  • The program crashes or hangs periodically/frequently.
  • The program is not as good as the user expected.
  • The program is being re-installed (uninstalled and installed again afterwards).
  • The program is regarded by the user and/or some websites as a potentially malicious.
  • The program is not listed in the Windows Settings or Control Panel.
  • After removing the program, some of its related processes still run on the computer.
  • Some traces of the program can still can be found on the computer.
  • Removing process running for a long time and does not come to the end.

Possible problems that can arise during uninstallation of GRASS GIS

  • The program’s built-in uninstaller does not start or does not operate properly.
  • A file required for the uninstallation to complete could not be run.
  • Due to an error, not all of the files were successfully uninstalled.
  • Another process is preventing the program from being uninstalled.

There could be other causes why users may not be able to uninstall GRASS GIS. An incomplete uninstallation of a program may cause problems, which is why thorough removal of programs is recommended.

How to uninstall GRASS GIS completely?

Method 1: Uninstall GRASS GIS with a third-party uninstaller.

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    Download and install Revo Uninstaller Pro - 30 days fully functional trial version

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    Start Revo Uninstaller Pro and open the module "Logs Database"

    screenshot of logs database
  • 3

    In the Search field type "GRASS GIS" and you will see all logs of "GRASS GIS" in the database compatible with your Windows Version.

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    Select the appropriate log by version from the list and press the "Uninstall" button from the toolbar

    screenshot of logs uninstall
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    You will see few popping up windows showing the download and import of the log to your Revo Uninstaller Pro and then the main Uninstall dialog that shows the progress of the uninstall of GRASS GIS.

Method 2: Uninstall GRASS GIS via Apps and Features/Programs and Features.

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    Open the Start Menu and type Apps and Features

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    Look for GRASS GIS in the list and click on it. The next step is to click on uninstall, so you can initiate the uninstallation.

    screenshot of apps and features

Method 3: Uninstall GRASS GIS with its uninstaller.exe.

Most of the computer programs have uninstall.exe or uninst000.exe in their installation folders. You need to execute these files in order to start the uninstallation process. Here are the steps:

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    Go to the installation folder of GRASS GIS. Most of the times it is located in C:\Programs files or C:\Program files(x86)

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    Locate uninstall.exe or uninst000.exe

    screenshot of uninstall.exe
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    Double click the file to start the uninstallation process.

Method 4: Uninstall String with Run

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    Hold the Windows + R keys to open the Run command.

    screenshot of run command
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    this uninstallation string
    C:\Program Files\GRASS GIS 7.8\Uninstall-GRASS.exe

    and paste it in the Run command window and click OK.

  • 3

    Follow the instructions to complete the uninstallation.

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Available logs

GRASS GIS 7.8 on Windows 11 64-bit

GRASS GIS 7.8 on Windows 10 64-bit

GRASS GIS 7.8 on Windows 10 32-bit

GRASS GIS 7.8 on Windows 8.1 64-bit

GRASS GIS 7.8 on Windows 8.1 32-bit

GRASS GIS 7.8 on Windows 7 64-bit

GRASS GIS 7.8 on Windows 7 32-bit

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