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Add information about how to fix corrupt wallet
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makeasnek authored Nov 19, 2023
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Try running the client with `-rescan` or run the console command
`repairwallet`.

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### I get the error that the wallet is corrupt, how can I fix it?

1. Close the Gridcoin wallet, make sure it is not minimized in the system tray.
2. Make a backup of your wallet data folder
3. Delete blk*.dat, the txleveldb subdirectory, and the accrual subdirectory in the wallet data folder
4. Restart the Gridcoin wallet. It will take some time to re-sync.

Note that errors like this often occur due to unexpected shutdowns and hardware issues. It is advised to make sure your hardware is stable and that you keep regular backups.

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### Error when sending a transaction

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4. Run the wallet.
5. It will show the dialog box to choose the data directory.
6. Choose the new location.
7. Right-click the Gridcoin Shortcut, select properties, and remove `-choosedatadir`
7. Right-click the Gridcoin Shortcut, select properties, and remove `-choosedatadir`

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