How to Fix Shell32.dll Error | SmartPCFixer Official Blog

Shell32.dll is an important file in system that contains the codes of how to open webpage and files, and the default setting of newly created files, etc. It enables the system to detect and bring up related programmes.

If shell32.dll is corrupted or missing, you may get below errors:

“Shell32.dll Not Found”
“This application failed to start because shell32.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.”
“Cannot find [PATH]\shell32.dll”
“The file shell32.dll is missing.”
“Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: shell32.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again.”

The symptom of the error is that you cannot open some programmes or visit some webpages. You may also have blue screen error.

Cause of Shell32.dll Errors

Shell32.dll errors are caused by situations that lead to the removal or corruption of the shell32 DLL file. In some cases, shell32.dll errors could indicate a registry problem, a virus or malware issue or even a hardware failure.

How to fix Shell32.dll Error?

Method 1: replace the dll in the system

You can download the dll from free dll download websites. Many websites on internet offers free download of dll files. But you have to make sure to download a dll that matches your system configuration.

If you are afraid of downloading wrong dll, you can use this dll fixer to download the file. It will list the dlls according to their systems, and you can choose which one to download. And it will automatically save the dll file to the correct folder and register the dll for you.

Method 2: Run system file check to fix the dll problem.

System file check is a very effective way in solving dll problem. It will scan your system files and detect which file is missing and restore the file for you. To run a system file check:

press Win+R button on your keyboard
type cmd press enter
type SFC /SCANNOW
Press ENTER.

When it finds error, insert your system repair CD and let it repair the system for you. It will solve your problem.

Method 3: Download a registry cleaner and dll fixer to solve the problem for you.

The tool will detect and remove invalid registry entry in the system that causes the problem and replace the file for you automatically. It will also improve your computer performance and will protect your pc from further errors.