gcdef.dll - How to Fix? Download Now

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

gcdef.dll file Game Controllers Default Sheets. 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 gcdef.dll related errors on your device. You can also download gcdef.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 gcdef.dll

4.1 List of gcdef.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	gcdef.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Game Controllers Default Sheets

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 gcdef.dll file related problems

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

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

gcdef.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 123392 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	cf10924a1d53e920a3a648a5e40c1754
	SHA1	8920e0dc9415eaf6b273644b2ede11ba6d745aed
	SHA256	b6aeea0347c8d725f4cce7ae9e6688aa1c74dc41fce9813b9d525a2b234d4d6f
	CRC32	af6ed7c4
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename gcdef.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 123392 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	a6f6094cb190b3795864c9f8d8c98138
	SHA1	caf27bc49b28b743f8731e20f019d7e9fe6a99ea
	SHA256	63b6d6c128cf4ba45880fd0f66e6b84556f1a9924fcb363e29fc49d38f95b36f
	CRC32	2f9979f8
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename gcdef.dll

System Windows 8

File size 121344 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	67a0c791d01937ebdcbb205232871579
	SHA1	7bf96886e31831931a5693038290e36193b083ab
	SHA256	9af897b66be87feba3e0cc03f04401b322757ad5c1d56178cefff59efb94bda4
	CRC32	76278539
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename gcdef.dll

System Windows 7

File size 120832 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	0a7e4545551b64c9b78b9ec27d8650ad
	SHA1	021f7a92acfe084736e0c0aa9e4dbd62841f2e98
	SHA256	6efd766db1e58c095fa37216e5ae23090c4e2d1ae79f13a1c846036c520ca232
	CRC32	f950ecae
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename gcdef.dll

System Windows 7

File size 128512 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	46134e5bcfc4b7e29713a68817ece290
	SHA1	b743afd70739dcacfac6277512f9eb064286adcb
	SHA256	ff60ebee66a22b46049c8ff35d6a782eea3938981b95ed06b3c077ef0e8d1ffd
	CRC32	5025c407
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename gcdef.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 120832 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	73ce486a17a861d017983488a57b3c49
	SHA1	355abe00ece0b8e791912ba03d647e982b247e9f
	SHA256	21e91614105c2d43c37e126e72b9a80ad17ee8578505e7b2f403fc9ea0c34a75
	CRC32	051c6e50
	Example file location	---

Filename gcdef.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 128000 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	bd3915d467205e6db0bea643076b55d7
	SHA1	661fa6d912b7e3a774e9917fdb188636a7018168
	SHA256	e2976fced3688e5477280804d026bf8c73e82968e5b62bb76f5b07912f5f2de1
	CRC32	9bb92c4f
	Example file location	---

Filename gcdef.dll

System Windows XP

File size 76800 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	f18eae2c867f68c921601d1fa2e2719d
	SHA1	9eecd3279be21730a32dd3f1141b86b6eca72a9f
	SHA256	64453872b4549093dc92b997e48ea65c6c221c863d8a48feac74f13c2bc7c8b6
	CRC32	1c96ad9d
	Example file location	---