Download and Fix LockScreenContent.dll

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

LockScreenContent.dll file Windows Lock Screen Content. 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 LockScreenContent.dll related errors on your device. You can also download LockScreenContent.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1

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Fix LockScreenContent.dll errors

1 Information about LockScreenContent.dll file
2 Errors related to LockScreenContent.dll file
3 How to fix LockScreenContent.dll related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download LockScreenContent.dll

4.1 List of LockScreenContent.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	LockScreenContent.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Lock Screen Content

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 LockScreenContent.dll file related problems

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

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

LockScreenContent.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\

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

System Windows 10

File size 133632 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	13d6530da745ee02c9cd0f934100ce7a
	SHA1	d2dfb37a9b0f8d8e7613234919e05ac90d4508f7
	SHA256	445ab3c58a4471bc960d7c474d49462258a936b0b87302bafd7a1f4af9384b86
	CRC32	d1655113
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename LockScreenContent.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 110592 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	d4fe71d999006269ea89f86b7bb61bc4
	SHA1	e04e78676deba64603925f49eba1b92b63f58a1b
	SHA256	d50c2d0264b772a191ea941e441d1b14978d9d62f714aa4041bda028ccd0427b
	CRC32	daa154ae
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\