How to Fix a Dll

A Windows dll file is a collection of small programs that can be called upon when needed by an executable program that is currently running. Dll files allow the executable program to communicate with specific devices such as printers, scanners and more. Dll files are not loaded in the RAM memory, and therefore, save the computer system resources. They can become corrupt, however, from system changes, spyware programs, and improper configurations of programs. There are many simple ways to solve dll errors and allow your programs to work properly again.

Things You'll Need

• CCleaner Registry Cleaner

Instructions

1. Uninstall and reinstall the application that may be causing the error. To uninstall the application, click the Windows "Start" button and click the "Control Panel." Double-click "Add or Remove Programs" and click the program you want to uninstall. Click "Remove/Uninstall." Insert the installation disc and reinstall your program. If you downloaded the program from the Internet, navigate to the download page and download and reinstall the program.

2. Perform a System Restore, if you feel the dll error started right after you installed or uninstalled a certain program. To perform the restore, click the Windows "Start" button and click "All Programs." Scroll up and click "Accessories." Click "System Tools" and click "System Restore." Click "Restore computer to an earlier time" and click "Next." Select the time to restore your computer to and click "Next." Click "Next" again to restore your computer to the selected time.

3. Try downloading the missing dll if the system restore did not solve your dll problem. Navigate to websites such as DLL Files (see Resources) and download the missing dll file. When you download a missing dll file, it will automatically be installed to its default location.

4. Try using a registry fix and cleaner program if all else fails. These programs automatically search for missing or corrupt dll files in the registry and repair them easily. Download and install a free program such as CCleaner (see Resources).

5. Launch your program after it has installed and click the "Registry" button on the left panel. Click "Scan for issues." CCleaner will scan for missing extensions and dll files. When the scan is complete, click "Fix selected issues" and click "Yes" to backup your registry. Click "Fix all selected issues" and click "Yes" to repair the missing dll file and extensions.

References

• Fixing dll

Resources

• DLL Files
• CCleaner Download