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libafile_plugin.dll

Download and install libafile_plugin.dll to fix missing or corrupted DLL errors.

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Repository Analysis

Company
VideoLAN
Product
VLC media player
Description
LibVLC plugin
Architecture
x86-64 (64 bit) x86 (32 bit)
Metadata Consensus
57/67 Files 85.1%
Higher percentages indicate stronger agreement across versions. Browse repository metadata to compare variant differences.

Companies

  • VideoLAN 59
  • easthillsmedia 1
  • Unknown 7

Products

  • VLC media player 57
  • Super Media Player 1
  • Nice File Viewer 1
  • Cool File Viewer 1
  • Unknown 7

Descriptions

  • LibVLC plugin 59
  • media plugin 1
  • Unknown 7

Frequently Asked Questions

What is libafile_plugin.dll?

Metadata analysis shows libafile_plugin.dll is a Dynamic Link Library (DLL) developed by VideoLAN for VLC media player and is described as “LibVLC plugin” .

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 Most errors occur because the DLL is missing, corrupted, or outdated.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"

Latest Releases

NEW Verified
libafile_plugin.dll
by VideoLAN
for VLC media player
LibVLC plugin
Version: 3.0.21
Product Version: 3,0,21,0
Language: U.S. English (1033)
Uploaded: Aug 20, 2026   Size: 30.2KB
SHA256: 7e5e062074c3be16a3307c29b0c389ca0bdb38a457a752ec3ebfc501da5dfbc1
SHA1: d7569d2ffa0847a3aa8093bbdef9ef07cd08ade9
MD5: c43c9b8d19460661aa11e0ab2108d9e9
x64 – 64 Bit
AMD64, x86-64
DOWNLOAD
Verified
libafile_plugin.dll
by VideoLAN
for VLC media player
LibVLC plugin
Version: 3.0.23
Product Version: 3,0,23,0
Language: U.S. English (1033)
Uploaded: Jul 5, 2026   Size: 41.4KB
SHA256: ba28f2199a6ecfb28956fbdf9fe94120fb8289d0c39a8e5acd4dca284820a080
SHA1: 737d5abd21c4be5056277226190bb76fcab78149
MD5: b6667e9db1fc0a8da15187e2e4f6bdb4
x86 – 32 Bit
IA-32, 32-bit
DOWNLOAD
Verified
libafile_plugin.dll
by VideoLAN
for VLC media player
LibVLC plugin
Version: 3.0.21
Product Version: 3,0,21,0
Language: U.S. English (1033)
Uploaded: Dec 30, 2025   Size: 30.2KB
SHA256: b521f86cd4cfab4d181962fd942dd8e37dc2e56e1c56789ae4623287f83b53b5
SHA1: 0e9b013c7306c1a6bc4c86268448611a23674c64
MD5: 5fd1b6fa7f90c8af4362074e05be4dd6
x64 – 64 Bit
AMD64, x86-64
DOWNLOAD
Verified
libafile_plugin.dll
by VideoLAN
for VLC media player
LibVLC plugin
Version: 4.0.0-dev
Product Version: 4,0,0,0
Language: U.S. English (1033)
Uploaded: Oct 13, 2025   Size: 23KB
SHA256: f1ae25e1efe2c9fd6d6e045b53f96001beb5cfb0b09921981f3097926f11d224
SHA1: c3ab2e73e6388ae86ef25e7f669e41d558b409a2
MD5: d59bd427d2964bac96cc9921f19e6e3c
x64 – 64 Bit
AMD64, x86-64
DOWNLOAD
Verified
libafile_plugin.dll
by VideoLAN
for VLC media player
LibVLC plugin
Version: 3.0.19
Product Version: 3,0,19,0
Language: U.S. English (1033)
Uploaded: Oct 13, 2025   Size: 59.5KB
SHA256: da4f2e5332393bdc61b4e84e8efb635a460c03ebec70460b3f6811f996247d15
SHA1: 1e3c444878c48526eaa7b2d2566d9e6e6d9d1e71
MD5: e4d9616cd4d9bda4e3e615f16aa8c41d
x64 – 64 Bit
AMD64, x86-64
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