How to Repair lz32.dll? Download Now

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing lz32.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 lz32.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

lz32.dll file LZ Expand/Compress API DLL. 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 lz32.dll related errors on your device. You can also download lz32.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 lz32.dll

4.1 List of lz32.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	lz32.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	LZ Expand/Compress API DLL

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 lz32.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to lz32.dll file. lz32.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 lz32.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

lz32.dll is corrupted
lz32.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - lz32.dll
lz32.dll file error
lz32.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register lz32.dll file:
lz32.dll file could not be loaded
lz32.dll file doesn't exist

lz32.dll

Application could not be started because lz32.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to lz32.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 lz32.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 lz32.dll errors in just few steps?

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

lz32.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 lz32.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 lz32.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 lz32.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 lz32.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the lz32.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 lz32.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 lz32.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 lz32.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace lz32.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 lz32.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of lz32.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\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your lz32.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 lz32.dll

System Windows 10

File size 2560 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	fd22c454d1017f64bc91aa202d52fd82
	SHA1	d0e29d173dab65a0b29514fcb3fa82343480d423
	SHA256	2153c4a4690fdf21a3c53018cda4b522079528933424776d7ca8fd473f4865b9
	CRC32	28c54faf
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename lz32.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 3072 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	f14182b5bf11a4732fc7e83f83ec9d8f
	SHA1	e7097fdc60049cea9df9570c7cabe5974bbb99ca
	SHA256	28b8fd04a53e7108a9edcb74b7145c0c952ebdc9c1f04c4cdf5f19fe5bcdf2c7
	CRC32	7c8669d1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename lz32.dll

System Windows 8

File size 3072 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	80c9709074b79f4c8dc1c51cf5e21ffb
	SHA1	21061dac896624212146c135745621acbc9a2bb8
	SHA256	bca5b08068a2022df40b802066ce02b8129c372498cd4bea839e8bc834731c1b
	CRC32	56814495
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename lz32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 3072 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	295657f93f6b19deea804048e1cb4ff9
	SHA1	81ab5b68a97882f5324eef65f80314fc9660cae2
	SHA256	1528afdd25e59ebd1efe3e694ccca9365251dac679d693ac9809a6d86b335770
	CRC32	e852bf3d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename lz32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 2560 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	5c99f92b3c4cfcdf928258c2e838d000
	SHA1	a2e890c6cd6e5306afb0195d832a921fbef2cbfa
	SHA256	8115dff497cc1b07c7c437eac5da56e2dfb0833fd85a20fdf039c607256f6dd1
	CRC32	70ddb831
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename lz32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 3584 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	3653555c7579e861463775c8ba396e07
	SHA1	af334291c86b9beae00c6cbb55fb6e0fa430bfe4
	SHA256	cbefeb2252a27f671d565a19e95a597d277b5d1bc0396d583114bbc4e1868d3f
	CRC32	e10a7fec
	Example file location	---

Filename lz32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 3072 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	d9635f2fe09f9fa9edb668e70cbe2bcb
	SHA1	48ab19c44b5e6a24c5a8d6b99b8268932b8228dc
	SHA256	98184585542be1b309d9b6fd52d78681f92e9f4f432a413d266544778e3e666a
	CRC32	2f9e23a7
	Example file location	---

Filename lz32.dll

System Windows XP

File size 2560 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	c3200506fb212a0f4fb736a80e646c40
	SHA1	50a9e047e7bfda5a71608edae9086fc7c7930609
	SHA256	19d041704cb052bd52bd0dfd70e66e7a55edee56888deef56a9739476af91944
	CRC32	5892ca6c
	Example file location	---