Troubleshoot api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll Errors and Download File

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file ApiSet Stub DLL. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll related errors on your device. You can also download api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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1 Information about api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file
2 Errors related to api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file
3 How to fix api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll

4.1 List of api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	ApiSet Stub DLL

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file. api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

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Application could not be started because api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\downlevel\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\downlevel\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\downlevel\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\downlevel\

If the steps did not solve your api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll

System Windows 10

File size 10656 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	f9802296fb0271863ce2ce37169146d3
	SHA1	44ec51167973df95568f45ed87a0b0870707224e
	SHA256	c241ac1e097627690a073c385245e27b2ebd5c8a7950cc0e3b8e800f43432701
	CRC32	14985351
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\downlevel\

Filename api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 3072 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	0b8672e3640fdf38f05202a40fd176aa
	SHA1	e3d2fbcc2e646bc1471b98f93bf870dcc4d1a1c0
	SHA256	90b35b3999eb50acf9875ed7e7a34e8c2b5e73a4a26b93fd852091483a348625
	CRC32	e2fd638a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\downlevel\

Filename api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 3072 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	f18f62b023c1465870dc3b0785e32b73
	SHA1	a3bc7ba17cdf06cb60cb96e8fb0c1328d4da2ebb
	SHA256	21fb7af527e1e60c4e5904dbf15d96dd92872f6a6c7a34da2a69fe5338d12a58
	CRC32	9ba71b75
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\downlevel\

Filename api-ms-win-base-util-l1-1-0.dll

System Windows 8

File size 3072 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	9ecaf4f969eae36e7e388b713fb4de27
	SHA1	aebe138f1aedf84d679e01806683738036412e6f
	SHA256	5d8c45c03efec911a18c5275e9ed31b35dd1778bdecdb1ca875dce3bc40063f4
	CRC32	51edd836
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\downlevel\