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avcodec-56.dll

Download and install avcodec-56.dll to fix missing or corrupted DLL errors.

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Company
FFmpeg Project
Product
FFmpeg
Description
FFmpeg codec library
Architecture
x86 (32 bit) x86-64 (64 bit)
Metadata Consensus
57/77 Files 74%
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Companies

  • FFmpeg Project 57
  • Unknown 20

Products

  • FFmpeg 57
  • Unknown 20

Descriptions

  • FFmpeg codec library 57
  • Unknown 20

Frequently Asked Questions

What is avcodec-56.dll?

Metadata analysis shows avcodec-56.dll is a Dynamic Link Library (DLL) developed by FFmpeg Project for FFmpeg and is described as “FFmpeg codec library” .

DLL files (Dynamic Link Libraries) are shared core modules used by Windows programs to run efficiently without duplicating code. Most errors occur because the DLL is missing, corrupted, or outdated. In many cases, reinstalling the related application, repairing Windows, or replacing the DLL resolves the issue.

How do I fix missing DLL errors?
1

Software Fix

Fully uninstall and reinstall the program causing the error. If you are not sure what program is broken, look at the available file metadata above for hints. If a clean reinstall fails, download and install the DLL file manually.

2

Windows System Fix

Make sure Windows is fully updated. To repair system files automatically, right-click the Start menu, open PowerShell (Admin), and run these two commands in order:

Step A DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
Step B sfc /scannow
How do I install DLL files?
1

Download & Extract

Download the file, right-click the folder, and extract all files to your computer.

2

Install the .DLL

Move the extracted DLL file into the root folder of the software that is giving you the error (where its .exe file is located), or place it in the system directory below:

32-bit → C:\Windows\SysWOW64
64-bit → C:\Windows\System32
3

Restart the Program

Close and reopen the program or game so Windows can look for and load the new DLL file.

How do I register DLL files?

Most DLL files do not need registration. However, if your file is a COM component and requires explicit system registration, follow these steps:

1

Open Terminal

Right-click the Start menu and open PowerShell (Admin) or Command Prompt (Admin).

2

Run Command

Type the command below for your file type and press Enter. You can drag and drop the DLL file directly into the terminal window to fill its path automatically.

64-bit regsvr32 "C:\path\to\filename.dll"
32-bit C:\Windows\SysWOW64\regsvr32 "C:\path\to\filename.dll"

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NEW Verified
avcodec-56.dll
by FFmpeg Project
for FFmpeg
FFmpeg codec library
Version: 56.41.100
Product Version: 2.7.2
Language: U.S. English (1033)
Uploaded: Aug 27, 2026   Size: 9.6MB
SHA256: 277eec320450d5f7be59cbeb6bdc999820e8434d6008a975c1d1bff030ea640f
SHA1: fcbea7a85d49a62be03e0c496cef9e62998d5fcb
MD5: aa565357d671c0119fdd0ff76dc0b51a
x86 – 32 Bit
IA-32, 32-bit
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NEW Verified
avcodec-56.dll
by FFmpeg Project
for FFmpeg
FFmpeg codec library
Version: 56.41.100
Product Version: 2.7.2
Language: U.S. English (1033)
Uploaded: Aug 20, 2026   Size: 9.6MB
SHA256: a077282896126f62bea4f06f75f5c393e785aa8f0d89de5cdb2d07b61c8cee3e
SHA1: 0c6d36c98db8b725d95f9e78c24e177bd6917f99
MD5: 2a73521a3227ce4c1108627b4fb78563
x86 – 32 Bit
IA-32, 32-bit
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Verified
avcodec-56.dll
by FFmpeg Project
for FFmpeg
FFmpeg codec library
Version: 56.60.100
Product Version: 2.8.22
Language: U.S. English (1033)
Uploaded: Jan 12, 2026   Size: 10.9MB
SHA256: 0460d07c7db67eda3d4e6e17318cbc4b17dee293137bbfee0078a94ff3edf8f6
SHA1: ae69ba1c15b76a69665ea4710decd406751040d8
MD5: 18317a680269dfe8108a16cb911b44a0
x86 – 32 Bit
IA-32, 32-bit
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Verified
avcodec-56.dll
by FFmpeg Project
for FFmpeg
FFmpeg codec library
Version: 56.41.100
Product Version: 2.7.2
Language: U.S. English (1033)
Uploaded: Dec 20, 2025   Size: 9.6MB
SHA256: 5a646abe7b661d4ff0d45853c99dbe7ad3f01747c055d5f9e956fc8e78436f77
SHA1: ae0ffb5a2f42f9fe02d4e3586fe86f3f1ae04990
MD5: 80f87875f594f3bccb2459031e072aef
x86 – 32 Bit
IA-32, 32-bit
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Verified
avcodec-56.dll
by FFmpeg Project
for FFmpeg
FFmpeg codec library
Version: 56.26.100
Product Version: 2.6.1-GPL
Language: U.S. English (1033)
Uploaded: Nov 23, 2025   Size: 19.5MB
SHA256: a23587322e10ac36351bfc64223dcbd6924e3204f7bd81d136a26369b3dc5a4b
SHA1: 867981f664ff0eba25ea96e184a3b89ff3ce1992
MD5: cebb1e702d80f98a96a8e320ea769307
x86 – 32 Bit
IA-32, 32-bit
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