mstext40.dll - Repair Issues and Download

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing mstext40.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 mstext40.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

mstext40.dll file Microsoft Jet Text Isam. 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 mstext40.dll related errors on your device. You can also download mstext40.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP

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Fix mstext40.dll errors

1 Information about mstext40.dll file
2 Errors related to mstext40.dll file
3 How to fix mstext40.dll related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download mstext40.dll

4.1 List of mstext40.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	mstext40.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft Jet Text Isam

Software
Program	Microsoft (R) Jet
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	Copyright (C) Microsoft Corp. 1993-1999
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	Neutral

Most common mstext40.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to mstext40.dll file. mstext40.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 mstext40.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

mstext40.dll is corrupted
mstext40.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - mstext40.dll
mstext40.dll file error
mstext40.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register mstext40.dll file:
mstext40.dll file could not be loaded
mstext40.dll file doesn't exist

mstext40.dll

Application could not be started because mstext40.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to mstext40.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 mstext40.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 mstext40.dll errors in just few steps?

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

mstext40.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 mstext40.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 mstext40.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 mstext40.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 mstext40.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the mstext40.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 mstext40.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 mstext40.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 mstext40.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace mstext40.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 mstext40.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of mstext40.dll file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your mstext40.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 mstext40.dll

System Windows 10

File size 282624 bytes

Date 2013-06-18

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File details
	MD5	ff8b6558bb9cd8890253ffc01e57e3ec
	SHA1	3ba80be789bf7e8f5716a10ad98dfd8ee46bba73
	SHA256	8f4ebfb18f5349d9b3cf74bb7da38f33f5bd4ac9f0dc71cdd9cd4e377d60b436
	CRC32	ffd63dda
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mstext40.dll

System Windows 8

File size 282624 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	780963794807e426819a420807032408
	SHA1	ae021a6dfd9e56ee4b4bbc8d3127ef81dd33300a
	SHA256	cde090f7de7161c8541a9dd35a1671135fbd0b457990f3ad474f61fbe2eb51be
	CRC32	a0948895
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mstext40.dll

System Windows 7

File size 282624 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	22171191cf98360916a87337956fe084
	SHA1	e6a41d83e9cc9dd856ad16520a7a0e7bc922898a
	SHA256	fc932e7c5b670467c8a938b789a37133c972040df86851778d72d6281086bbf2
	CRC32	8358a901
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename mstext40.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 282624 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	946d35645e672e01b35ed194f9be4f7a
	SHA1	4408f1ad2366db459eb713f20a2594c447ad0114
	SHA256	767df284e1463eb3ce0d6eeb76c064d0996e638b419673e9523e7cc8f6084ae0
	CRC32	5c77c79a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename mstext40.dll

System Windows XP

File size 264992 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	383297e2d7c5d4e54db6f448dacbb026
	SHA1	1687e12776a5da235003ebef57f331ea411205cc
	SHA256	e6efc373c5a9ea41f0f5582d4208de7f1ffa9a1dbbd4ca218dce7bfd26b6afd1
	CRC32	144e6312
	Example file location	---