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How to Decompile Dll Files

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Decompile Dll Files

It is sometimes necessary to decompile .dll (Dynamic Link Library) files during software development. These files are referenced or executed by a program. They contain instructions necessary to the function of the program. They may also contain sets of drivers. They are not necessarily tied to any single program and are linked together to allow access by multiple programs when any such program is executed. These files often require decompiling when developing applications in .NET languages. They are best decompiled using .dll decompiler software.

Instructions

  1. W32DASM

    • 1

      Download and install the W32DASM software (see Resources).

    • 2

      Launch W32DASM.

    • 3

      Click "Disassembler." Click "Open File to Disassemble." Select the .dll you wish to decompile and click "Open."

    Spices.Net

    • 4

      Download and install the Spices.Net software (see Resources).

    • 5

      Launch the Spices.Net software.

    • 6

      Click "File." Click "New." Select the .dll file you wish to decompile. Click "Open." Click "Decompile."

    Reflector

    • 7

      Download and install the Reflector software (see Resources).

    • 8

      Launch Reflector.

    • 9

      Click ".NET Reflector." Click "Choose Assemblies to Debug." Select the .dll you wish to decompile. Click "Open."

    • 10

      Select your preferred decompilation language. Click "OK."

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