KBDIR.DLL Informations - Download and Fix

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

KBDIR.DLL file Irish Keyboard Layout. 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 KBDIR.DLL related errors on your device. You can also download KBDIR.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 KBDIR.DLL

4.1 List of KBDIR.DLL file versions

File info

General information
Filename	KBDIR.DLL
File extension	DLL
Description	Irish Keyboard Layout

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	Neutral

Most common KBDIR.DLL file related problems

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

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

KBDIR.DLL

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

Problems related to KBDIR.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 KBDIR.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 KBDIR.DLL errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace KBDIR.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 KBDIR.DLL file.

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

System Windows 10

File size 6144 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	c275bf5977c9823ba36792d669f26734
	SHA1	ab742ee2a2fc535dc683ff83fc115cc3ab53f912
	SHA256	95d6a1cc06f2bad2db4cecb9fdf2fee341110773bff05d3f582113cfb789f8ae
	CRC32	7482433b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename KBDIR.DLL

System Windows 8.1

File size 5632 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	fb7950b233d158f82b06ce4d6a5294a3
	SHA1	035daf7fe824af865bbcb5be6e5ac3d6d50b91a5
	SHA256	3a51f68d05e17f1c40a3b2f359653076c6e6a2dad3725152c76194285b19d359
	CRC32	5b512fb7
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename KBDIR.DLL

System Windows 8

File size 5632 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	9900930f13861a5ff633129ad09f4b33
	SHA1	87025d0a9ad9e63a89b6ea3b9976fd256592728e
	SHA256	2fd89e7c4d050f0592648bf252e268db5720aae452e7b3c2df8b2fab6f818e99
	CRC32	fac33a98
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename KBDIR.DLL

System Windows 7

File size 6144 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	02670fea9fcb22d83c0a1b3ccb90c137
	SHA1	599e962ba5a17e65940d6e781abd8a9a0e06119c
	SHA256	ac36aff409fe388278bfc9d2fdf223d2269034178a4255d7c2ac8fd5f9f5bc28
	CRC32	ef681c7f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename KBDIR.DLL

System Windows 7

File size 6656 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	3336f8943c6a4882a6d40359e8399ccf
	SHA1	80d99bb7c08ac9c6bff74de8223f7ff7afb33f22
	SHA256	f0be21d81613298ef194526b1c560b5863cc67f8d996d41d63cf9176aba7a11b
	CRC32	bec6d97b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename KBDIR.DLL

System Windows Vista

File size 6656 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	129c05eb5a62e70bf19c1602c1987b55
	SHA1	fd2c5fd9b53d58e8ec5138961f42495c9af9f0dc
	SHA256	fad22ee5e659bc13289a4bd875cb9d570f053b64d6386fd85e818b1f142a3b0d
	CRC32	1ecbc790
	Example file location	---

Filename KBDIR.DLL

System Windows Vista

File size 6144 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	df79cb6e312cb509b04d9831c18524c2
	SHA1	e51ca8ead38094ebafcd79f66dab884ea79be8bd
	SHA256	bc3ce1c1cf10b95355e72d478da729f7b7388219b3a5795f33ba337d0714a417
	CRC32	774ad998
	Example file location	---

Filename KBDIR.DLL

System Windows XP

File size 5632 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	8396b49871ec9e8ed2dab4341f2b328b
	SHA1	cf8a363a398607ae08673ac11cd3d5272e9a8257
	SHA256	141ee01647860aa461470b7836a0cf4b4edc4ddd9899f9cecb7103463112b72b
	CRC32	c4b2b684
	Example file location	---