mstask.dll Troubleshoot and Download

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

mstask.dll file Task Scheduler interface DLL. 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 mstask.dll related errors on your device. You can also download mstask.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

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 mstask.dll

4.1 List of mstask.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	mstask.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Task Scheduler interface DLL

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 mstask.dll file related problems

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

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

mstask.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 221696 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

Download

File details
	MD5	f90438cb2390740a4fe49c65bc6ac640
	SHA1	ef7155c437460bd57bd258f91ffda58fe19d4137
	SHA256	9060ffb4d8a0b472a6f3977fea30788eb85982f23a6808285f185565d9c10baf
	CRC32	b6a0ff99
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mstask.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 219648 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

Download

File details
	MD5	e4cefa3ed555ab9f39df2ab4e5f85f98
	SHA1	72d7194b3df96215425b118e87488116f4a1920e
	SHA256	b04f07f5d2339846756c69ac0d4a0454923117075746cbe497cf96eb3a30c4b1
	CRC32	a171c8c2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mstask.dll

System Windows 8

File size 212480 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

Download

File details
	MD5	d635063008e82f77e9e4563f4c987ddd
	SHA1	b1402ccecfc513b626b3dbf89cc71c2a1de9787e
	SHA256	1d4c18a867aef4704d3761f6ef3aadcf454f70bcdfb2c7d3a143070e8c9eab85
	CRC32	fcb84fae
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mstask.dll

System Windows 7

File size 238080 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

Download

File details
	MD5	862596399aafd2a21db2af9270cd4f70
	SHA1	69b6d0d4c4406e807274d6c48d893ec4729593af
	SHA256	24caa19ee791fb3440ce742c9064fce0cb755ef0789d3ce62058a2cfef0ff6d2
	CRC32	6cf24eca
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mstask.dll

System Windows 7

File size 209920 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	c5a99a4c0dc9f0f5a95ba0c83d30a549
	SHA1	1c87ef68d3be5a4e8e3a7106204a8d2567516cfb
	SHA256	f99ccce303f0fc07d82d3bba223e8cce41fb7fa8fb5c2a9214c161826537c7c9
	CRC32	123f7bdf
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mstask.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 206336 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	73fd66b14d3c4252f7a524b8836a4359
	SHA1	38e2761614c10661c6df67075cc20ae633cf2232
	SHA256	04656a6290e9dfe79fccd427fc4bbcf65e5c6b9525953d780ff42966c93468cf
	CRC32	9fd9fe32
	Example file location	---

Filename mstask.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 235008 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

Download

File details
	MD5	f54d10ea2fe5ec846603a4cabdd6f235
	SHA1	8f42fba3aaebd027dabd60da3dc4b747ad09d2b0
	SHA256	41d14abd7ff0daeee520191bbefa0e20f0f6027ad7d4ba86fe2bfb2821691626
	CRC32	9a86e6a5
	Example file location	---

Filename mstask.dll

System Windows XP

File size 274944 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

Download

File details
	MD5	4044e880593fe1ac9942190fce414be7
	SHA1	d98e8ccd7906cbdc16fca217dbcea2c7d2a07f49
	SHA256	1ebd42f10592d57a2c8562c641461de5288d9e900fe91a4a1800c9ab9034f2cd
	CRC32	81aee9d0
	Example file location	---