What Is Winspool DLL?
Winspool.dll is a Dynamic Link Library file created by Windows. Winspool.dll is not a critical component and can thus be removed if necessary. Note, however, that some programs may not work properly if winspool.dll is removed.
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Function
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Winspool.dll belongs to the Windows Printer Spooler and helps your computer complete various print functions.
Extension
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The DLL extension signifies that winspool.dll is a Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. DLL files are created by Windows and used to help run several programs at one time.
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Location
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The Winspool.dll file is located in the C:\Windows\System32 folder.
Warning
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Some viruses disguise themselves as winspool.dll. If your computer has been infected with a virus that disguises itself as winspool.dll, you will want to remove the winspool.dll and reinstall an uncorrupted version of the file.
Removal
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The winspool.dll can be removed by typing "regsvr32 /u winspool.dll" (without the quotation marks) into the Windows Command Prompt and pressing "Enter."
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