How to Repair deskperf.dll? Download Now

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

deskperf.dll file Advanced display performance properties. 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 deskperf.dll related errors on your device. You can also download deskperf.dll file compatible with Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

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Fix deskperf.dll errors

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

4.1 List of deskperf.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	deskperf.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Advanced display performance properties

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 deskperf.dll file related problems

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

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

deskperf.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows XP: C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\

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

System Windows 7

File size 39936 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	3dbc0ea1e042f3970e054a4e3ea2a179
	SHA1	321943b15134a4cde92463d4745a111890da6def
	SHA256	f1eefd45fbc4d58d58623c04ece836cefc3ce1caa20ff5e2b2597ee79098c3ca
	CRC32	1d59d790
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename deskperf.dll

System Windows 7

File size 41472 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	59546cc7a89096b1f3863748e8059ca1
	SHA1	03a9e9e1c84f0533b0dcba2894b1007c8023febf
	SHA256	15e79c65195f330bacdfb14637fc3425bf80720617016894ec06f4835b85dd50
	CRC32	3289a566
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename deskperf.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 39424 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1e4dcca01376183f96f131dfd90f0323
	SHA1	8edf3f1d5ba2048fd4ae02420a44a90f82647848
	SHA256	5f5fa5e896075dbba11040a3aa67ac61847e7eb3f54b95ac8a797b11663e157d
	CRC32	b7fbd4c4
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename deskperf.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 40960 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	d73afa632899e65aec1ea24e62f6ad7c
	SHA1	99f4e9a466846c7196bf6e5f6524d49153fef384
	SHA256	a4beb888dcc5ad5fcf9baa035182b053d5703c554a485919941d661f6305e69e
	CRC32	4e6bc40d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename deskperf.dll

System Windows XP

File size 18432 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	2591cd8d4654ae3c7d5b83d582fb6c2b
	SHA1	de875add3fb585f5272e668589998cd90558c907
	SHA256	572d54584a0267be5f399d4b72d28a87004a0a58e7d1bb1d3bac572c84f40933
	CRC32	392baa5b
	Example file location	C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\