Download and Fix PhotoMetadataHandler.dll

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

PhotoMetadataHandler.dll file Photo Metadata Handler. 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 PhotoMetadataHandler.dll related errors on your device. You can also download PhotoMetadataHandler.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 PhotoMetadataHandler.dll errors

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

4.1 List of PhotoMetadataHandler.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	PhotoMetadataHandler.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Photo Metadata Handler

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Executable application
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common PhotoMetadataHandler.dll file related problems

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

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

PhotoMetadataHandler.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 331776 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	26b72a4ba006ad20c435a2581893f3c3
	SHA1	ef9412f5294443723ccf7425508710a69e5b4dd8
	SHA256	4915871e2ae47aac0e6e2a25dae5ddcd30acb61db06c62088d693005cbc89b8c
	CRC32	e73142b8
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PhotoMetadataHandler.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 364544 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	807e5e6da0558cad32cf6bec926c0237
	SHA1	b67024bbade1c9e1bbd735d9953feb3ef243aa87
	SHA256	6d4ca8b4b4aee6329fe9dbf26d6a8b569141af105a486a9c41c200b9b98ad632
	CRC32	0662a3bf
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PhotoMetadataHandler.dll

System Windows 8

File size 371200 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	ce1e5ab29204f06f9ee49831ab126c3d
	SHA1	4b5b4650bbe3d18a72e77c96d29c10a651c09802
	SHA256	e7d7bb9ee3893e08ca6ad1f8c81469df24cfd846193a706d83cc56eacb20efa4
	CRC32	fd505960
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PhotoMetadataHandler.dll

System Windows 7

File size 316928 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	347aae83c7c7b787ced89544532aa47d
	SHA1	d8706c4bfc70af0ae6241071041be498c3212497
	SHA256	aa399feea6f20d41b393de7fd5ad4d71eb5b861736a0bff0946659df58019adc
	CRC32	a7a36af2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename PhotoMetadataHandler.dll

System Windows 7

File size 420864 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	fc3001b4b9df50b61f3cca615759efe7
	SHA1	061ba0d465214075762f682e9d6025eed5af2c57
	SHA256	9aae3665ad2893e7db41965d430a7230b826ac4580603f20102e21c19c15535f
	CRC32	22bae2d5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename PhotoMetadataHandler.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 470016 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	aa866b1970e18cd92dad3b32611598a4
	SHA1	87009e88fdc21b936f4d933242e1edf13b97f2b6
	SHA256	8c260acc733c025f971b47359a0d8894b7214883f7edb318bce548038aa86381
	CRC32	b18193a0
	Example file location	---

Filename PhotoMetadataHandler.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 425472 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	be7c04c89126072d368d3ddce0710985
	SHA1	a7643b913eb470e0f1d5c4f64a95d716295c22f5
	SHA256	0a080d6cfb8e69b0741173f555848061705ae07bbb3a4c182b172c0941e75a48
	CRC32	5bbc2129
	Example file location	---

Filename PhotoMetadataHandler.dll

System Windows XP

File size 412160 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	ba71647bd0bf68a3a127e061fa816e9b
	SHA1	7fe25d683dad171d494da11112ee0de09f99522f
	SHA256	1d6c1501d345d468cc1301275abc1b2763eeb4f5faa78cdb129ba12997c05d4b
	CRC32	b346bfcc
	Example file location	---