MSVidCtl.dll - Repair Issues and Download

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

MSVidCtl.dll file ActiveX control for streaming video. 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 MSVidCtl.dll related errors on your device. You can also download MSVidCtl.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

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Fix MSVidCtl.dll errors

1 Information about MSVidCtl.dll file
2 Errors related to MSVidCtl.dll file
3 How to fix MSVidCtl.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 MSVidCtl.dll

4.1 List of MSVidCtl.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	MSVidCtl.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	ActiveX control for streaming video

Software
Program	DirectShow
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 MSVidCtl.dll file related problems

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

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

MSVidCtl.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 2322432 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	613b2e8f314f53622b6b7d5817b9c460
	SHA1	a8b753387171c98bcd5cbdf15eb3f5388d32d4cd
	SHA256	89fcda1bd68ab26791b9e893b3638679df3d4c19c9493b915ca3b48249f8caff
	CRC32	7c020822
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename MSVidCtl.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 2410496 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	d0e125e32f969f0e15af36a690f30701
	SHA1	ab91bb04acb3572c579f1d87c5874d5d74abec73
	SHA256	ad00d58e69e5fb38900bd0ca3e5f7edd65ba486e41aab48924c447d75f5ff6c2
	CRC32	9536c0e9
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename MSVidCtl.dll

System Windows 8

File size 2293248 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	2a810ec26dea6c6fdaad375594db7ef2
	SHA1	d051f7332aa9992d6ad547ce9ef8b12fd4d4ef20
	SHA256	fd03917c128ba082ed49a6337cd0b58e95a2c37e5c704ec83649316282ad7111
	CRC32	c7775769
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename MSVidCtl.dll

System Windows 7

File size 3650560 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	0191e738bf521fe6ec567148e73c086b
	SHA1	05d2ddd568768dcea462071fbc95f080e83d4802
	SHA256	86685df7156ed76473617dc7690cf2686e11eae0dd6dae291cba423f563accb1
	CRC32	23947ed1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename MSVidCtl.dll

System Windows 7

File size 2291712 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	59d16c3d5cc0d573256a01783ed5ccb4
	SHA1	b5b589f508033ddbe713c05c3367da5042780b77
	SHA256	e7a1f22eea24c87f2d750213d8693ce17f093346fed5e74004f9de7c8ec2bde3
	CRC32	80f306e1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename MSVidCtl.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 2535424 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	5448ff8a9527e46c85b48801254c5c24
	SHA1	2eeb258ef2959cf114f8209706aa93836a81bca4
	SHA256	4364095aad4a2e30acbd8c15366d52adf988cfd1300c8cd135965cc38ab03cff
	CRC32	fb1ebdfc
	Example file location	---

Filename MSVidCtl.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1544704 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	73f97c8899429efaee8c8944dcc08c2e
	SHA1	abac7a9d3ba123b18aba325c99e511118f9368ec
	SHA256	f57a265a8863621d41f1d2ea2d511603a164d5ee3ddca562b2aad30856784f99
	CRC32	e50510c0
	Example file location	---

Filename MSVidCtl.dll

System Windows XP

File size 1428992 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	3f0cf84469ad2dc8382312814a223bce
	SHA1	c5a37ca84837116abe8cebb371cb21c46854a9cd
	SHA256	085428ca484a6e64522448bfa964fb462cb4b0a95c702cd3461f5496fade5487
	CRC32	435b14ba
	Example file location	---