Download and Fix fhcat.dll

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

fhcat.dll file File History Catalog 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 fhcat.dll related errors on your device. You can also download fhcat.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 fhcat.dll

4.1 List of fhcat.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	fhcat.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	File History Catalog 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 fhcat.dll file related problems

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

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

fhcat.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of fhcat.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 fhcat.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 fhcat.dll

System Windows 10

File size 198144 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	dcd8613864516edef2f35a397c514045
	SHA1	bf90553f2008c4866734c450f267587772bfe8eb
	SHA256	1b1ea1dd9b3c8d13bbb83ce561775f05ada988b0333594774890c6bc5cdd6c33
	CRC32	4fa7ce0d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename fhcat.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 189952 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	7c49588eb40be3981981e8841a045b28
	SHA1	d4a203d1f6d6b8b75b62174ed3c2714e4c887675
	SHA256	7025a80ef9cc034867aae742ceae74ae10fd704c8f81b6fbd840e07aa3b0fc11
	CRC32	17159207
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename fhcat.dll

System Windows 8

File size 184320 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	11111bde057e33ddd73f1f8f8bd3e3a5
	SHA1	0d1eb4b501022cd9d96e91eddb21daf85e98437c
	SHA256	128ef0febe11b00359aab098009905db497135f30a73f90f1db61425e1b1ad19
	CRC32	ce35814d
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\