imapi.dll Troubleshoot and Download

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

imapi.dll file Image Mastering API. 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 imapi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download imapi.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 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

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 imapi.dll

4.1 List of imapi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	imapi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Image Mastering API

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Executable application
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common imapi.dll file related problems

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

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

imapi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of imapi.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: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 116736 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	7dd13926240b8ed89de388104e549e3c
	SHA1	b904dc792504697068f1146479ee7aa604bac127
	SHA256	b82f66fd91676ed3fd125b5244d1f3add205c46a97891cc9481cc75e2ab8269f
	CRC32	279cc4bb
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename imapi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 119808 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	77465e46b81a7520c3936c139f46aef2
	SHA1	1b63dc81915112f62ce9001270ef74e647659587
	SHA256	f0c739d1e3e690874849e7ffdc71bc78aa0f0efd373c5e568e124cc932a5b9c8
	CRC32	d73a2a7c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename imapi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 114688 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	6a7e22a98b6d82397b5acc93576ce008
	SHA1	1ec404cdd063dde702bd65e9dd44a0901a8fbf5f
	SHA256	3aa00c0d1b1dd922ec0c9dd88f2553129cd7f9ccbc4da36b7cbf0925ca24a9fb
	CRC32	c331eff3
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename imapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 109056 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	55d9803fd821c293d97614c39e6603d4
	SHA1	dea208d18e12dc40a5624051dc63ca8473eb337d
	SHA256	3fe86789c48c0422caeeb4c22e1c9a59b14b0bdd0e4f702f1dd32bb580392a22
	CRC32	01979c6a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename imapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 153088 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	a259e4991c9c422895b944beabb9799f
	SHA1	d741b3dca68431476e7a8e398579049cd3f48998
	SHA256	7decf6ee4fd2ec6ea843435cd2433f420972ad13afe7dbe507c48f0ee67c1fbc
	CRC32	88b4f561
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename imapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 151040 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	50babb0e2ad8a8c5b692d0d030fdfa03
	SHA1	67040ccdeff8cc300cb0a54d5fad8987c1edd803
	SHA256	b9ef881003e99b97411eddec127effd3c3550b67ce4915356175ee14f1ea14fd
	CRC32	5db01523
	Example file location	---

Filename imapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 107520 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c399e29ac25746cdc126dc621f41f219
	SHA1	5ed976369ccf1e5450cb6bd81804b7838797e4a1
	SHA256	c515ee08d961a8ad50dfa27967ada2ddce514daede3ba85aee4bddc6dc44390b
	CRC32	f124eabc
	Example file location	---