mshwgst.dll - Repair Issues and Download

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

mshwgst.dll file Dynamic Link Library. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of mshwgst.dll related errors on your device. You can also download mshwgst.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 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

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 mshwgst.dll

4.1 List of mshwgst.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	mshwgst.dll
File extension	DLL
Type	Dynamic Link Library
Description	Dynamic Link Library

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	46592
Oldest file	2006-11-02
Latest file	2017-03-18

Most common mshwgst.dll file related problems

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

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

mshwgst.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\ink\
Windows 8.1: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\ink\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\ink\
Windows 7: ---
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 46592 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	7b178edb238c697f0ca93a3e9d47cebb
	SHA1	2a1972fb1d48ced87ec20804584a448422f5cddd
	SHA256	f1f8ec3e9c351c7a666d7abca7490eca1438eb0997e38b06f48e0c47b1b7e17b
	CRC32	fd3b599c
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\ink\

Filename mshwgst.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 47104 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	7d0f058999305c51d37cdea9774e59b6
	SHA1	970a936eb6de003aa82b51b84166b06d9629b470
	SHA256	13be4786c7d02d5a1c29d5e72758ec1945d52de64e5af0c21762428898caeeb7
	CRC32	ed8c6d8c
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\ink\

Filename mshwgst.dll

System Windows 8

File size 46080 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	dec8c9680a63132ce196c56b45843074
	SHA1	06768a3fa3f378054b869448717152eef1298884
	SHA256	601e2223e77dff20eebfd17c31f834dd90c35382bee0e4acb0c0b34be3cb5237
	CRC32	26d97db6
	Example file location	1: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\ink\

Filename mshwgst.dll

System Windows 7

File size 49664 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1e44158cfa78520343ce5c10ca2cd235
	SHA1	fa5ec3c7762bad485d611866876130884e9acf86
	SHA256	9bb37aa1921ad53a99616065b5e1b2bb32dec98a402d3bf5c202b8e1ad85f514
	CRC32	cbeb6a6a
	Example file location	---

Filename mshwgst.dll

System Windows 7

File size 44032 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	574edb701dc478d4e167d47bd2cb550c
	SHA1	8b49bd5265582d90e8076627e43212fd60cf8b7d
	SHA256	5de96bdb1c2176a27783e1564b0997388554dc8f413b25be9d4e69da2c1d6f13
	CRC32	71931ed8
	Example file location	---

Filename mshwgst.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 49664 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	92572ee0ffbf3193ec51609ad60b2f7d
	SHA1	b075bc411aa6ead8e4bd78f047424a04fe6af76f
	SHA256	479acd239d82c11d972ca27e1bd1cce11f5d3e12e5f0559d35a7489262ba1ea9
	CRC32	09988539
	Example file location	---

Filename mshwgst.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 55296 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	abc4abb1dfefe253a43e0c67f5329ca4
	SHA1	4b883ac51c3160234146b5e4b5bf171ef8eaaf31
	SHA256	4c2a27ea406ed50958f70e054ab11f63ca60c3b7a7e174e0cf1c56dcfaa8c5dc
	CRC32	b4b7a0f0
	Example file location	---