MSDDS.DLL Informations - Download and Fix

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

MSDDS.DLL file Microsoft Design Tools - Diagram Surface. 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 MSDDS.DLL related errors on your device. You can also download MSDDS.DLL file compatible with Windows XP, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows XP, 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 MSDDS.DLL

4.1 List of MSDDS.DLL file versions

File info

General information
Filename	MSDDS.DLL
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft Design Tools - Diagram Surface

Software
Program	Microsoft® Visual Studio .NET
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Win32
Copyrights	Copyright© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common MSDDS.DLL file related problems

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

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

MSDDS.DLL

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows XP: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\MSDesigners7\
Windows XP: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\MSDesigners7\

If the steps did not solve your MSDDS.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 MSDDS.DLL

System Windows XP

File size 851968 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	06fe36c8998a8ff06ddce0e40b6df614
	SHA1	104b6bed7f7a642479ab62722ba471c648163901
	SHA256	69f3745c6e7f91730c2187357c352c137d815844a6c47c48ba11c765cb1f9171
	CRC32	372a5b53
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\MSDesigners7\

Filename MSDDS.DLL

System Windows XP

File size 839680 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

Download

File details
	MD5	27e5f5b2ec038242b111bcb645bd1ba1
	SHA1	9ac0622e3cd54b42f28ac6c5d782a20bd46dc656
	SHA256	8bfaf37990a831472db9d4a3c1a2fea141fe1d8b0bd9f685efbacc2615e2cd96
	CRC32	b252e25f
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\MSDesigners7\