How to Download and Fix PlayToStatusProvider.dll?

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

PlayToStatusProvider.dll file PlayTo Status Provider 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 PlayToStatusProvider.dll related errors on your device. You can also download PlayToStatusProvider.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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Fix PlayToStatusProvider.dll errors

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

4.1 List of PlayToStatusProvider.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	PlayToStatusProvider.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	PlayTo Status Provider 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 PlayToStatusProvider.dll file related problems

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

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

PlayToStatusProvider.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\

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

System Windows 10

File size 30208 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	8916cb61eb6fd23acb500d240f7d5859
	SHA1	72f95114df36e0067e1f4e9576b661a40b3b0419
	SHA256	97b75f220b6f6da748d8965ae464b2934b1da6d82662aa7a0e1a1954aecd65f5
	CRC32	cd1667ae
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PlayToStatusProvider.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 31744 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	f83a0c67335692368da4c8b09c200753
	SHA1	d425febd6a4f6da481aaec0b1b682f9395c5bd55
	SHA256	a0d9d54f16edb6cd32dfa101983dbd99e8c8a76f51f83ffa348c0a2f6f17b6c4
	CRC32	69c89343
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PlayToStatusProvider.dll

System Windows 8

File size 27136 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	7018b7ad08a20b22639bce5211397681
	SHA1	d5d7b034ab54b683923c2f3041dde8ac4c3df94a
	SHA256	b05e502db41a660431ff3af835ec155af2bead2768c0d0b24559c0fb1d01d8d1
	CRC32	e909c742
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\