Download mssrch.dll to Fix Errors

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

mssrch.dll file Microsoft Embedded Search. 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 mssrch.dll related errors on your device. You can also download mssrch.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 mssrch.dll

4.1 List of mssrch.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	mssrch.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft Embedded Search

Software
Program	Windows® Search
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 mssrch.dll file related problems

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

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

mssrch.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of mssrch.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: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 2132480 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	f5ea785b54cdc5daad6d8bcaf7e3eae2
	SHA1	409003869fa48a658f37f3617e6ecc2079eb54e1
	SHA256	408aab129743ed5203f50226608e3b26b5fa767595f4172da27d9f510224f879
	CRC32	cb8e7c13
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mssrch.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 1922560 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	0c825cd12e2e19434fa74614f12c2b4c
	SHA1	c4352082b67b61936355c26c15679828c679e327
	SHA256	185b50654e3014f9070f79e1f7fb7f1a88cca59f68853754cfec1fab257fb489
	CRC32	55fd68b6
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mssrch.dll

System Windows 8

File size 1610240 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	dc32a1e59dc38bff4152d5f1e5dab563
	SHA1	6238b20ba4b629f2dc628d12d550271a0b72875c
	SHA256	b39247de0df3101a52d0a9738724592b6e6990484401c701e419ceb21bed81fc
	CRC32	6a6f6f24
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mssrch.dll

System Windows 7

File size 2223616 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	017f5ce9bc2333fe0fb738b0a9c13c2f
	SHA1	1c6fd51405cd07fb8dafc679681de6f82d522fcd
	SHA256	aa4f0c8ae81e9fa9fb198d9edb3bbbf1fc4c0fb03388089c0f7e96d496038218
	CRC32	00fb67d2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mssrch.dll

System Windows 7

File size 1401344 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	fbe743d60132cfa9982860c8e2d99154
	SHA1	1c60094b9efb1299b9949be7bc7d407faed54b0e
	SHA256	01c717f212efbfdfac23c9fd4ebfcc269490dd6dca2a948b38b4f2d2de9b1315
	CRC32	547bd37d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mssrch.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1480704 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	218b73ea8341ea9fdf018d43052e790a
	SHA1	52b44c2385f74e1aec5fe4fd74023e73db03868f
	SHA256	35696a2107490eb6e81a442cbe0f3de36dbed103a0a18677f2686db2a157fe3c
	CRC32	b9f38aea
	Example file location	---

Filename mssrch.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 2280448 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	a0b762992a52fa8a657a97c34beea807
	SHA1	55277420910df708a2e2431fb482a5e3f7c5371d
	SHA256	6dae0bbddfb419ad3c86ba2da07da87375a7f0d0577d93fdec3007ca989c0b34
	CRC32	2529dd63
	Example file location	---