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

pngfilt.dll file IE PNG plugin image decoder. 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 pngfilt.dll related errors on your device. You can also download pngfilt.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

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download pngfilt.dll

4.1 List of pngfilt.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	pngfilt.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	IE PNG plugin image decoder

Software
Program	Internet Explorer
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 pngfilt.dll file related problems

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 59392 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	75dc3d741dc09bd4530f3215dfe4e097
	SHA1	9750bd4dfb696788e7da80e81fed0ca1ea4234b2
	SHA256	65fd62cb8f7bcc306c7f211d6890f7fed6bcd1ac7867f47068bb384ab806b63f
	CRC32	6cfa9459
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pngfilt.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 57344 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	0812a503ff349d1dceeb820b2e4fee15
	SHA1	da11f6473eef079d8d64108698cb5f07366cb193
	SHA256	2dd9b2f50910c0a4d80fb992ba14cf27cb209f9f39e574ba37e6a6b0b903749b
	CRC32	91914807
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pngfilt.dll

System Windows 8

File size 57344 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	bf1a53d4a89008af57b0a979399b8ba4
	SHA1	72a434151ecaf30f1e8044c68a40ea8e93e363d7
	SHA256	27eaadf0e0749abd573e67e4cc1db329b785cf519e7e57ff03dbeea484bc654e
	CRC32	e046582e
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pngfilt.dll

System Windows 7

File size 62976 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	0728937194e98613051f4a72c7f1d4bf
	SHA1	22577f2ea2a0516d14c6d92c0ecd20d2d3d268ce
	SHA256	29092e49a4ef0f5c5c2c9637242a03749aa851e567db0192b3936c4fa8a72496
	CRC32	5d8791b2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pngfilt.dll

System Windows 7

File size 46592 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	eed5ae4ef38893dd1743a95760c98704
	SHA1	1d5f80329e9f390bcc55ae27b63ee7f5d01722f6
	SHA256	aa2cf2b49ded21d305db0525ce389d67ca14e796d9dc568a33c9d84201bb9321
	CRC32	16e071c4
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pngfilt.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 63488 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	852b06f378091edbbb61661a9d1b1cff
	SHA1	27bcd88f0b1409eb94b9190d22b66631b8fc9331
	SHA256	e61e3b7b30adbf19777dafe20a0438b485a7491cd18f9a09783d29722bc8fb58
	CRC32	a633e02f
	Example file location	---

Filename pngfilt.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 45056 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	b8d3bf818defe1da9a754f214e528221
	SHA1	a8221296a33599e40828a672081f4bdc0427ef09
	SHA256	092c547c31cf10666e5992f05afdeaa87e0a10e544af51a407dd76a1d23b48fc
	CRC32	883b84fd
	Example file location	---

Filename pngfilt.dll

System Windows XP

File size 39424 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	c230562517fee2fc4b472cd9b84e5bcb
	SHA1	6f87447ad2eb26ee163744ee3127a46877147a25
	SHA256	c4c2d5f80f0687f7c855b983ce5cf0e2684dd584ed63c018e072cab9df364681
	CRC32	ea3de3e9
	Example file location	---