How to Fix Missing or Corrupted .DLL Errors

Identify the software

When you encounter a .dll error message, the first step is to identify the software that is causing the issue. You can use DLLme.com to determine which program is causing the issue based on which .DLL file is missing. This will help you narrow down the problem and find a solution quickly.

1. First search for the .dll and view details.
2. Identify the software by viewing the company or product field.
3. The article provided by AI may also help identify software and provide solutions.
4. Once the software has been identified, reinstall the software and check if the issue has been resolved.

Complete All Windows Updates

Updating Windows can fix .dll errors and also ensures you have the latest features for a smooth experience. After each Windows update, remember to restart your computer and continue checking for updates until there are no more available.

1. Open Microsoft Windows Updates.
2. Install any available updates and restart the computer.
3. Check for updates again and install any available updates. Repeat this process until no updates are available.
4. Check if your .dll issue has been resolved.

Update your Drivers

DLL errors can also be caused by outdated or missing drivers. You can manually update drivers by going to the device manufacturer's website and downloading the latest drivers.

1. The preferred way to update drivers is to visit your computer manufacturer. For example if you have a DELL computer, visit the DELL website and follow the update driver instructions.
2. Most of the popular brands such as DELL, MSI, Lenovo, IBM etc.. offer driver assistance at their website.

Check Windows Defender/Antivirus

Your antivirus software such as Windows Defender may be removing or placing unknown or suspicious .dll files into quarantine.

1. Consider disabling your antivirus during the software installation/update process if necessary.
2. Check your antivirus quarantine folder to confirm if the file is being affected by your antivirus software.

Run the System File Checker (SFC)

System File Checker is an official tool in Microsoft Windows that checks for corrupt or missing system files, including .dll files. Running an SFC scan may fix .dll issues.

1. Open the command prompt as an administrator.
2. Enter sfc /scannow
3. Once the scan has completed repairs, check if the .dll error has been resolved.

Reinstall the Software

You can often fix .dll errors by reinstalling the problematic software. This can restore the missing .dll file, which could resolve the issue.

1. Completely remove the software causing issues.
2. Install the latest version of the software.
3. Check if your .dll error has been resolved.

Download the .DLL file

Try downloading and installing the .DLL file manually. This may resolve the issue if the .DLL file is missing, corrupted or damaged.

1. Download and install the necessary .dll file.
2. Your application may require a 32-bit or 64-bit .dll.
3. If a version may be incompatible; try a different version.
4. Check if your .dll error has been resolved.

Ensure proper .dll installation

For .DLL files to work properly they must be installed in the proper directory.

1. You can install both 32-bit and 64-bit .dll files if you are unsure which is required.
2. Install 64-bit .dll files in the C:/windows/System32/ folder.
3. Install 32-bit .dll files in the C:/windows/SysWOW64/ folder.
4. Check if your .dll error has been resolved.

Register the .DLL file

In some cases the .dll file must be registered in the Windows system.

1. Open the command prompt as an administrator.
2. In the command prompt navigate to the folder where the .dll file is installed.
3. Type regsvr32 filename.dll
4. Check if your .dll error has been resolved.

Request .DLL files

If you are unable to find the necessary .dll file required, we recommend requesting this .dll file.