mssvp.dll Informations - Download and Fix

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

mssvp.dll file MSSearch Vista Platform. 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 mssvp.dll related errors on your device. You can also download mssvp.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 mssvp.dll

4.1 List of mssvp.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	mssvp.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	MSSearch Vista Platform

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 mssvp.dll file related problems

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

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

mssvp.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of mssvp.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\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 710144 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	e45015b32ab11e89b0e3b783130cdb70
	SHA1	e15e1689c4b2a43b0cead60eae63e72ff7597dfb
	SHA256	3fb0b515bb4e546f2e7a94b7b5c58638163d45510182a87f590a463872e75056
	CRC32	fea2bf55
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mssvp.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 699392 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	e1535358ff082af3e01f31ffa3efc7f5
	SHA1	53d5824e249e399eff73522e8479cb1089b80331
	SHA256	3a2a33ad966baf34b0d9dd41f09a4097b9bca938c4e4fe8cccabad2e89117036
	CRC32	8c700969
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mssvp.dll

System Windows 8

File size 658432 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	b0b058e7dd7d97af9810a2cc7b3d9c22
	SHA1	c25b0ec3e9dadd84e31b30ddcd7cf76e29050ef7
	SHA256	ed1931951d8ca276e08f15fc71c8460cc8e8b752bbcb3bbc7481119298589021
	CRC32	076dc3ba
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mssvp.dll

System Windows 7

File size 666624 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	285354b4c28567054f9e382eac540d05
	SHA1	e5206c6ab7611b99f3d3c592f7fe5b14dd26caa8
	SHA256	d5a166582c7f0a55382833e86aa8e50b5aba63bb64bebdea8be29a965fac21a4
	CRC32	1ffd4348
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename mssvp.dll

System Windows 7

File size 778752 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	a455a0bb8f206667feca96b9b905875b
	SHA1	e09d6b6eeb85e09255c0043381a5b7cbec980801
	SHA256	43d74a9f0aab2dfd6d9cdf390abb7d96d84aaf68775fe6f66db928bcdd27d45f
	CRC32	82861745
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename mssvp.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 670720 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	771af583bc58373a84496ccd52c36e33
	SHA1	b339f49c2441c0a12e8fc6586adfb5866b268b81
	SHA256	c16d99a58402b989677b09407a175dd8cf9629c624c9211bfc88a3b5aa1340fa
	CRC32	c52571aa
	Example file location	---

Filename mssvp.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 796672 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	d9f0d37d97862c15d1417903b8fcbf5c
	SHA1	2f351bce4528398b41b858dea07285e526f81476
	SHA256	fdb0e9536dda01328e0256e04222da6a1b12197b08a8b750e74922aeb4e41dca
	CRC32	2db812dd
	Example file location	---