comdlg32.dll Informations - Download and Fix

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing comdlg32.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 comdlg32.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

comdlg32.dll file Common Dialogs 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 comdlg32.dll related errors on your device. You can also download comdlg32.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

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Fix comdlg32.dll errors

1 Information about comdlg32.dll file
2 Errors related to comdlg32.dll file
3 How to fix comdlg32.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 comdlg32.dll

4.1 List of comdlg32.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	comdlg32.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Common Dialogs 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 comdlg32.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to comdlg32.dll file. comdlg32.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 comdlg32.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

comdlg32.dll is corrupted
comdlg32.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - comdlg32.dll
comdlg32.dll file error
comdlg32.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register comdlg32.dll file:
comdlg32.dll file could not be loaded
comdlg32.dll file doesn't exist

comdlg32.dll

Application could not be started because comdlg32.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to comdlg32.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 comdlg32.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 comdlg32.dll errors in just few steps?

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

comdlg32.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 comdlg32.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 comdlg32.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 comdlg32.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 comdlg32.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the comdlg32.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 comdlg32.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 comdlg32.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 comdlg32.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace comdlg32.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 comdlg32.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of comdlg32.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\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your comdlg32.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 comdlg32.dll

System Windows 10

File size 952832 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	54848388c5631fa059211d5b3a3f6927
	SHA1	784ee30029dcc44962edb115aa74af6e7b4ade89
	SHA256	19e841b8af149b450d762462afb62866aa95b696528e2e896a7655169a643d30
	CRC32	06beb675
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename comdlg32.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 609280 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	8816f87759fe47fb26af298166d575f4
	SHA1	aff3e6af143aeedbf52d20e1711e5ed1905d112e
	SHA256	f10ba0d80923ece4cd7bc6250a55a768e3825620a57950c681b280c608be4ef1
	CRC32	d7b482d2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename comdlg32.dll

System Windows 8

File size 539136 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	c2c86942ed94d1cd81f61befb3036af6
	SHA1	cf21438aed0532135887c196d98c073d16855d3b
	SHA256	cd2e2243af04d7e7a3e3f78d9b39c7049cd53f1992bf691a1ec4c5ca5fe17c5c
	CRC32	7a8f8135
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename comdlg32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 594432 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	9835e63e09f824d22b689d2bb789bab9
	SHA1	130b5d25f9646a97e708dccff925b1236233d8f3
	SHA256	5bcffafb894d69fbcddb91e64d30a356f4bd57098e8b4c51b98afaf6581bdb63
	CRC32	28ff3cc8
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename comdlg32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 485888 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	d1de1eafde97be41cf6585027ff3e732
	SHA1	ade86a81b23f376b782de54832cbdb33ff5e3a13
	SHA256	76f17d4df440d6734dc8157092d94eb18c2a73a0a49beea289e7b3ede30e86a2
	CRC32	152b942c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename comdlg32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 450560 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	4aa2a0e26cef1a803741253dcf9a1503
	SHA1	ceac9d961ff342d2bcb75d803a86ea10c5029170
	SHA256	8718bf6dc8678bdc5af627f82d14e2d857d94a760529ff00f1d7b066f46ca832
	CRC32	e5b3e5f9
	Example file location	---

Filename comdlg32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 549888 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	aa09b70f619cbf499efc22e7a63e3ce6
	SHA1	3b3c0b6aff4daf2c7c5ddcf5e01fae7c64431308
	SHA256	07821b699ed97c03863f2e5cc101d960e7c108097a8f128c10968f246eaedbab
	CRC32	ab5f682c
	Example file location	---

Filename comdlg32.dll

System Windows XP

File size 276992 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	86987a5000dfa3ebe2275c0456bcf2fe
	SHA1	097776790214f0f3489f749be018c84f2dc929d2
	SHA256	31b699e8fd11dd59adbae56650c1b7ae80484091b3b6d9015a95f590e2c3eb05
	CRC32	30f479c6
	Example file location	---