Fix oleaut32.dll Errors

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing oleaut32.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 oleaut32.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

oleaut32.dll file OLEAUT32.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 oleaut32.dll related errors on your device. You can also download oleaut32.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 oleaut32.dll errors

1 Information about oleaut32.dll file
2 Errors related to oleaut32.dll file
3 How to fix oleaut32.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 oleaut32.dll

4.1 List of oleaut32.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	oleaut32.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	OLEAUT32.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 oleaut32.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to oleaut32.dll file. oleaut32.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 oleaut32.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

oleaut32.dll is corrupted
oleaut32.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - oleaut32.dll
oleaut32.dll file error
oleaut32.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register oleaut32.dll file:
oleaut32.dll file could not be loaded
oleaut32.dll file doesn't exist

oleaut32.dll

Application could not be started because oleaut32.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to oleaut32.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 oleaut32.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 oleaut32.dll errors in just few steps?

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

oleaut32.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 oleaut32.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 oleaut32.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 oleaut32.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 oleaut32.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the oleaut32.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 oleaut32.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 oleaut32.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 oleaut32.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace oleaut32.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 oleaut32.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of oleaut32.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: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your oleaut32.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 oleaut32.dll

System Windows 10

File size 605936 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	cd31a130ae7d92a5611129168b67ed66
	SHA1	0ddbd335245fda1db6e7aa7fcb79988a0454f906
	SHA256	5af6eb57c1ea29b03d99ee4e0d2114995a43c612a9a87d4c840ba1b1376c966b
	CRC32	99280748
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename oleaut32.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 602768 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	645cc44ebd6c29eac35fed07fdbbd88d
	SHA1	a5b68b0b56ed88bda6b13cd1e31cdb41e74351b4
	SHA256	117026f129248cd517a061a5e44577bca0d8e5ae634aafb0ae829f255b658ad7
	CRC32	eb19c406
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename oleaut32.dll

System Windows 8

File size 551936 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	ea35b404d87b3a61e7a5fbf6cda1cf94
	SHA1	826fddbb71c4f2b8ea1e6468f9b523648a596d81
	SHA256	48be19a9d827f248da3ff163a9b372e4534c3c35dd2bb063dbbca36f1fa96556
	CRC32	144b8c76
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename oleaut32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 571904 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	028d74f61952756c9dfff7969162bb39
	SHA1	1f2ed7f40ffa6a744213bceabca36c11c6291bbe
	SHA256	045887f7424a0fae471bd285ed7a3507efdcef986313651e462323ace3312173
	CRC32	6c998c81
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename oleaut32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 861696 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	42f05f980f164e084db65b2e8cd8430f
	SHA1	86498b3c5bbc240b9de0a10f2cb4185e754de6d7
	SHA256	0813749847b08f6577791d18ad9eca6dff5b41c2f727ab5ee9e5bf9602ed50cb
	CRC32	2ccc9b3d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename oleaut32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 847360 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	1785f3fc389381b6f44f52011e47685e
	SHA1	c5b11677f0514cd51eb5b759d57711a7e2d4e610
	SHA256	c887394305ccd3f2bacb02aef8aea71be153476b4a37e95c71b0fb2ee3150230
	CRC32	a2899369
	Example file location	---

Filename oleaut32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 563712 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ca85552b1a307cb03ff1a1d2d12cb1c5
	SHA1	93b4a33b529f0d2e1fd187be9918bed7e32daf41
	SHA256	9ea6ae71ddb69f06168952f8cc34e22dd9b92dcaa916a4c8701ee3410059fa7d
	CRC32	330e755c
	Example file location	---

Filename oleaut32.dll

System Windows XP

File size 551936 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	387006cf9983000bab76dd250d424045
	SHA1	3168a173d177f470928b468db777640861dcb32e
	SHA256	415a3ac2d5beab89e7151e39e639d97bfdeff9646bd416185ec03d10847eaaa7
	CRC32	75ad0dd0
	Example file location	---