apphelp.dll Informations - Download and Fix

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing apphelp.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 apphelp.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

apphelp.dll file Application Compatibility Client Library. 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 apphelp.dll related errors on your device. You can also download apphelp.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

User popularity

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

4 Download apphelp.dll

4.1 List of apphelp.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	apphelp.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Application Compatibility Client Library

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 apphelp.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to apphelp.dll file. apphelp.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 apphelp.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

apphelp.dll is corrupted
apphelp.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - apphelp.dll
apphelp.dll file error
apphelp.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register apphelp.dll file:
apphelp.dll file could not be loaded
apphelp.dll file doesn't exist

apphelp.dll

Application could not be started because apphelp.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to apphelp.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 apphelp.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 apphelp.dll errors in just few steps?

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

apphelp.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 apphelp.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 apphelp.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 apphelp.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 apphelp.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the apphelp.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 apphelp.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 apphelp.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 apphelp.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace apphelp.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 apphelp.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of apphelp.dll file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your apphelp.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 apphelp.dll

System Windows 10

File size 584192 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	1b6853f55be06f631ebe0565562e7717
	SHA1	075e93f05034c415cbcc21d50b2d00b263eeb4a8
	SHA256	1a7486170dcc7a81b08c27f3fb29899f4eeb20d172275ba38a4b3304e4164211
	CRC32	96ab31ed
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename apphelp.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 642560 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	e19419d65d429fff37b2fba2c29f9e5c
	SHA1	571c09cdda53037b46c1ebf89ff49a6d1366d0d1
	SHA256	8180bca1b2fe49c4baf259dac5d4181e7538d16f6c4095f5fc024d98968653bd
	CRC32	893fc206
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename apphelp.dll

System Windows 8

File size 673792 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	80592d374aa5e4c6af08c61c2d8453eb
	SHA1	1ce19f08e21c239a42b0fddc04155ad038ab0633
	SHA256	daf6aa4a055a343738d71f901293b590be4467442212f46e5fed92fb86d6377c
	CRC32	746443ee
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename apphelp.dll

System Windows 7

File size 295936 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	863f793d15b4026b1a5fdeca873d4d84
	SHA1	c14e0a6c61834d559dfc4328c25a7fd90cc515e3
	SHA256	af7abd95bb5467551562f129f03c7ac9d52a021f7e547609f40a80e66932c942
	CRC32	f3c0bab2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename apphelp.dll

System Windows 7

File size 342016 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	90499f3163a9f815cf196a205ea3cd5d
	SHA1	f97ff54dc4b132756fcf7041e55d645163f19851
	SHA256	29b4ed3795cec1177eb367132914ce21c194cdec5db9dc923fd928c85e94d821
	CRC32	1c7a35a9
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename apphelp.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 171008 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1107bd574a84367735fec38b9bd64e6b
	SHA1	b8103a8412b3a3eb9e9873d234a265078f7a2ff8
	SHA256	682d5372b533817c810f1dcb1c7ae42c44a786ed114601e56df85fe1c41d5989
	CRC32	e947bb4a
	Example file location	---

Filename apphelp.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 200704 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	f33e804a031f160d128ab78990de7c91
	SHA1	3afedd80913ef4ddaa182f3e9ce59ba60d3108f7
	SHA256	243b01a3fc09d0be0fdec26e5d83f31a54384ca58bc768af235c271ed4067fe1
	CRC32	7b605f5b
	Example file location	---

Filename apphelp.dll

System Windows XP

File size 125952 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	cf492d7e9af1c628b3536d20ef6f5cc7
	SHA1	016ea16586e3c27f4bd43341ba906187a416afe0
	SHA256	3d7a5a5d6b804c0a3f3e7256b3ac19397567700271cabcd7c4c8b51565958bc8
	CRC32	f9175bfc
	Example file location	---