If you are trying to export a video using Clipchamp on Windows 11, but keep getting the Clipchamp has stopped responding. Try reloading your project. Error: Cannot access ‘Pe’ before initialisation. Error message. This article will show you a few different things you will need to do in order to fix this problem. You'll probably have to try a few things on this list, so don't rush through them.

What Causes Clipchamp Error: Cannot Access ‘Pe’ Before Initialisation

Missing Imported Files: Clipchamp requires all referenced media files to be present during export. If any clip, audio track, image, or asset was deleted or moved after importing, Clipchamp may fail when rendering.

Corrupted Cache Data: Clipchamp stores project data and temporary files locally. If the LocalCache or LocalState folders contain corrupt data, the rendering process may stop prematurely.

Graphics Driver Issues: Outdated or malfunctioning graphics drivers can interfere with Clipchamp’s ability to render video projects.

Software Bugs or Application Glitches: Temporary issues or outdated versions of Clipchamp may cause the export process to fail unexpectedly.

How to Fix Clipchamp Error: Cannot Access ‘Pe’ Before Initialisation

Since there are quite a lot of potential causes for this problem, there are also quite a lot of solutions for this problem, so work your way through the list of solutions below.

Verify Imported Files

Before making system changes, make sure that none of your project’s media files have been deleted or relocated.

  • Open File Explorer and confirm that each file used in your video still exists in its original folder.
  • If a file is missing, restore it from the Recycle Bin or reimport it into the project.
  • If you have renamed any files, this may also cause issues.

Delete Clipchamp LocalCache Content

Clipchamp stores cached project data in two folders: LocalCache and LocalState. Clearing these can resolve conflicts during export.

  • Open File Explorer and go to:

C:\Users\your-username\AppData\Local\Packages\Clipchamp.Clipchamp_yxz26nhyzhsrt

  • Alternatively, press Win plus R, type

%LocalAppData%\Packages

  • Then press Enter.
  • Open the LocalCache folder and delete its contents.
  • Restart Clipchamp and test exporting again.
  • If the issue continues, open the LocalState folder in the same directory and remove its contents as well.

Update Clipchamp

  • Open Microsoft Store.
  • Select Downloads on the left side.
  • If Clipchamp appears with an available update, install it.

Repair and Reset Clipchamp

  • Press Win + I to open Settings.
  • Navigate to Apps and Installed apps.
  • Select Microsoft Clipchamp and open Advanced options > Repair.
  • If the issue continues, go back to the same location and select Reset.

How to Fix Clipchamp Error Cannot Access Pe Before Initialisation

Clean Install Your Graphics Drivers with DDU

Clean install your GPU drivers. This isn't a highly likely fix, but it is worth doing just in case.

  • Download Display Driver Uninstaller.
  • Grab the latest driver for your graphics card.
  • Disconnect from the internet.
  • Run DDU and fully remove your existing drivers.
  • Restart your system.
  • Install the fresh driver you downloaded.
  • Restart again and reconnect to the internet.

Uninstall and Reinstall Clipchamp

  • Open Settings and go to Apps and Installed apps.
  • Select Microsoft Clipchamp and choose Uninstall.
  • Open the Microsoft Store and install Clipchamp again.

How to Clear Clipchamp Cache

  • Open Settings, go to Apps and Installed apps, select Clipchamp, choose Advanced options and click Reset.
  • Or open File Explorer and delete the contents of:

C:\Users\your-username\AppData\Local\Packages\Clipchamp.Clipchamp_yxz26nhyzhsrt\LocalCache