Troubleshoot mimefilt.dll Errors and Download File

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

mimefilt.dll file MIME Filter. 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 mimefilt.dll related errors on your device. You can also download mimefilt.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

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Fix mimefilt.dll errors

1 Information about mimefilt.dll file
2 Errors related to mimefilt.dll file
3 How to fix mimefilt.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 mimefilt.dll

4.1 List of mimefilt.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	mimefilt.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	MIME Filter

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 mimefilt.dll file related problems

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

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

mimefilt.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 33792 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	17bda5847c0ec16786c50b1d6121f014
	SHA1	7c04914f5f3ca3e0cc207a0e3c74ba722aaff888
	SHA256	ccfa8bc2dfcb718cf97346e852ec4c0069206507b65798afe4dc698c53f3741c
	CRC32	e27a928e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mimefilt.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 33792 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	7df8f188316adafb61b67f093210bf6e
	SHA1	983c12a830d3eb532093a4adc1a2c14c99b534a3
	SHA256	d4236f094e6c6c90eb2835617da0476b3d700f5e23b1c58823a85046d910cab5
	CRC32	7cb14f8e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mimefilt.dll

System Windows 8

File size 32768 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	a07c06c92a74b48cc0b76c697a5c854e
	SHA1	9fdfc2b4364d0cdcdd78e78a27cd5d1f191eb868
	SHA256	204291a9481dc83e10e2a29240f6c75d74547bc86cb691f87aaea07e0920edcd
	CRC32	e71c460b
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mimefilt.dll

System Windows 7

File size 41472 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	98bb7e40685f7f79c20e2aba93818346
	SHA1	a1f6c0b5c911cdd096118ba190d3b7a528b4e75c
	SHA256	98042f68b1eb49e14fa1cefe876a0ef62beb7f0154b5ff56313c84d25d63cce7
	CRC32	9d709b51
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mimefilt.dll

System Windows 7

File size 42496 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	b81e879ae660f9d244fc20ec8a26783e
	SHA1	2b11b5a2e7a8a49299a89c522d210b170c53590f
	SHA256	55fec4c3ba51a0c3af4f78ead42d57fc5be1ff041fe30e1bd4c6cb0ccc3af748
	CRC32	71e1fc7f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mimefilt.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 38912 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	d48fbafd097e23e6bb255a09fa7ef06d
	SHA1	cfbcfc1048598071272d01224948fe81642ccb52
	SHA256	684eb2efaeab96a3f215f177683cf9bdff220f01fc25e0081bff333ba08d9839
	CRC32	7c81a0f0
	Example file location	---

Filename mimefilt.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 41984 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	faf53b680c7de42328eae23638934d10
	SHA1	7f6e62bcdb3fba87b94c60be5fc36dc5aefd7ad8
	SHA256	85f09e1b01165204402511240237da831fd7d4308c47f1de9f340d1ba8f7257c
	CRC32	98077255
	Example file location	---

Filename mimefilt.dll

System Windows XP

File size 29696 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	6d38937cc4cabb62c6acf2ccc4cdaa50
	SHA1	0ebd6f430e36f8832e4ad501ed6b07254a967b26
	SHA256	1f38c6b6335689b6b93f93e8121ed0a5ff1ae0ed1f9e8cdc30a615718f1ea784
	CRC32	357a17eb
	Example file location	---