opengl32.dll - Repair Issues and Download

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing opengl32.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 opengl32.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

opengl32.dll file OpenGL Client 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 opengl32.dll related errors on your device. You can also download opengl32.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 opengl32.dll errors

1 Information about opengl32.dll file
2 Errors related to opengl32.dll file
3 How to fix opengl32.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 opengl32.dll

4.1 List of opengl32.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	opengl32.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	OpenGL Client 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 opengl32.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to opengl32.dll file. opengl32.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 opengl32.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

opengl32.dll is corrupted
opengl32.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - opengl32.dll
opengl32.dll file error
opengl32.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register opengl32.dll file:
opengl32.dll file could not be loaded
opengl32.dll file doesn't exist

opengl32.dll

Application could not be started because opengl32.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to opengl32.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 opengl32.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 opengl32.dll errors in just few steps?

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

opengl32.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 opengl32.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 opengl32.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 opengl32.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 opengl32.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the opengl32.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 opengl32.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 opengl32.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 opengl32.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace opengl32.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 opengl32.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of opengl32.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 opengl32.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 opengl32.dll

System Windows 10

File size 776704 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	5c46ce9d94a32b9b4ce0504e26063a96
	SHA1	7e2f6f11dfbe3715e17a386b3c28ebd73f7982b6
	SHA256	b0f14f030e8ba9105d52e629b2bd6be9b75cb05da4f04a77cfc060aeff3ffb49
	CRC32	d33d2578
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename opengl32.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 777728 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	531f1651931a9aafa3211c30f2a4cd1c
	SHA1	44fe8e7cb4470a4af26e64b83d05e79e4bc3782e
	SHA256	57740bd9b4230d19247566d80247c4b345b6e1a13475d7d242d069ebd3514f83
	CRC32	08936fbb
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename opengl32.dll

System Windows 8

File size 812544 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	5fc50e7bcb0d02a1174fd7e731a4b173
	SHA1	55863623cb3c010fff1fd4c07e1606652dbed580
	SHA256	5cb940a11a25642a5a6c40732a9493c080849b4c1a49f9d130c8d426daa3769d
	CRC32	5a2201a8
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename opengl32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 1039872 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	585fed4cdb8034b8b58aeb8008255817
	SHA1	bb671e588d77f3260b17c0ae847022d4c6467c52
	SHA256	13d1055929d79598c04a4ab66ef3dbaadd265f9d1c3f43e84531238d2526a1ae
	CRC32	c52da251
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename opengl32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 791552 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	d1bbe227367ed791d5fcf08e132d2956
	SHA1	f5f19d8f38b0a03cf47db41a71860249f465eabc
	SHA256	34349b7fb46bb89d59cc9cc6cd3f790870ab96642254c0374d97afac6121b945
	CRC32	260715f1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename opengl32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 707584 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	b55e77bb01e85d2ca2c4b8424e1df345
	SHA1	2c854f0c7e770f38ba2c6d7761cf73eba7157737
	SHA256	189fd4d2fc2086c55b26e003a279fa71413a19d613b322db546f40078f1538b4
	CRC32	ddd263e0
	Example file location	---

Filename opengl32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1121280 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	c7ee8f330c09be0f9ce4b4c3051b434e
	SHA1	b79b41f3be0a4eb8faaf2be27c688b9047e3f7bc
	SHA256	474f95fdc98fe6c872bbf06fb97635c37ad171b1a9912b8e1a45b6573a8d3d53
	CRC32	e23fad96
	Example file location	---

Filename opengl32.dll

System Windows XP

File size 713728 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	f5df4c09808dbd4d84a3871a5a3db91b
	SHA1	77bdb24c1997253aa4c7042e01ec7f380fd7e3a9
	SHA256	032f6258f77770886c97421fce472b8d820a79e52c956f5508c0507bf46e746d
	CRC32	7f8a724e
	Example file location	---