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

dxgwdi.dll file Microsoft DirectX Graphics WDI Handler. 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 dxgwdi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download dxgwdi.dll file compatible with Windows 10, 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

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 dxgwdi.dll

4.1 List of dxgwdi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	dxgwdi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft DirectX Graphics WDI Handler

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 dxgwdi.dll file related problems

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

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

dxgwdi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 17920 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	880775ed696b8e81069115190342b818
	SHA1	932a87aaae5ad9b14d1d5a4818de99cde33d9baa
	SHA256	a3c4264fd9a4a91c36fa62a34c1c8b65dc3ffcff7f2fc19cba6f56ae57fe0d1f
	CRC32	21f0ae56
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dxgwdi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 14848 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	dcbcd9c693c6332b2729497e293d93e1
	SHA1	cfcfe488502b01882117ed45dadd79d6fc08393a
	SHA256	07d75315a5dcf722e96eb5034169f8cebb797ee2040c725e25d4c30bda62956a
	CRC32	171c03b0
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dxgwdi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 14336 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	cb5e185d7d30311d142cacef99119aad
	SHA1	9553804b013838ee48d6ba1bbba3cd582c767d1f
	SHA256	9dd14e0ab1cb2c9a440909c7bd4a1d54caa3b73bf10acd7793cd8b960074f3b9
	CRC32	0f24f35e
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\