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printui.dll - How to Fix? Download Now

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

printui.dll file Printer Settings User Interface. 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 printui.dll related errors on your device. You can also download printui.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.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

File info

General information
Filename printui.dll
File extension DLL
Description Printer Settings User Interface
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.)
printui.dll

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

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

printui.dll

Error

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

OK

Problems related to printui.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 printui.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.

printui.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with printui.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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to printui.dll file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 printui.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

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 printui.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the printui.dll file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the printui.dll file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the printui.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 printui.dll file

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of printui.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 printui.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 printui.dll
System Windows 10
File size 1088512 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 40655e8b99b4a53f873bb30b74650cb7
SHA1 2ac36000b75d757e74d9bfa716d2f6f1a577675d
SHA256 e9e4ba74a6edd8efee86186e436f99cfe6ce5eef1df149bba885519f27178d9c
CRC32 c5de9dec
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename printui.dll
System Windows 8.1
File size 1085952 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 0f264a641167a0b7ee9d120255dd00a1
SHA1 b6bc28013f65b51b874e04fa6033d58e8c2ea380
SHA256 8f2cfcc5f244e6344cc0cc7ac8675cdee36643697b920de653f47b591c040bed
CRC32 04a07270
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename printui.dll
System Windows 8
File size 1044480 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 d98cc7a789537e1ef44104ce06df876c
SHA1 265e995dda7b94c1e2e63c4c01e54366fa156e93
SHA256 956529e1fca4c7148012f249855c097d8dd393faa94025617247cb4c63ad821e
CRC32 f9b1d6d5
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Filename printui.dll
System Windows 7
File size 932352 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 9df9b31eac1669f244c02b61f10d123a
SHA1 a714e80b6246799160e863eb78f5295eafa4a2f0
SHA256 d1957d02a0c22ff74707f114ffe0eb1cf314db9cb589fe6755a3b8963092f361
CRC32 6f137b41
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Filename printui.dll
System Windows 7
File size 1050624 bytes
Date 2010-11-21
File details
MD5 ba0f80c7878558c28b1b298e94d259ff
SHA1 31d60755c72ced44543525553dff568a6212a08d
SHA256 c8d6522556013aba114af890867d759d83b1bb4c943f74a513ced0a0a3514285
CRC32 8059467d
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Filename printui.dll
System Windows Vista
File size 980480 bytes
Date 2009-04-11
File details
MD5 91ecb960a6e54b48f6901e36df8eebaa
SHA1 1a6994c9c87b792ccf6e956506e325e73e0ed2d0
SHA256 5c787bc6ddd08bd727c8e1f7d3bd7285ee026b474eaf7825b3fc5a85b7ad7ad1
CRC32 5bad2705
Example file location ---
Filename printui.dll
System Windows Vista
File size 869888 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 c4f3693767a2b93a64c6d67cfc2dac63
SHA1 54af2417cef764717f6dc4a0a3093a125c300098
SHA256 c4ee856f2419bba5a809f93809b94537123599df6a61b95bb6773ec323874fb0
CRC32 10af1f11
Example file location ---
Filename printui.dll
System Windows XP
File size 560640 bytes
Date 2008-04-14
File details
MD5 b2cf9f1f606dec23f70a40b01df3c396
SHA1 410e38b7d80c6a4c4feabb2bddf9fdc2c47bdee7
SHA256 02bf4855d601314ca602da07888b0b80fe41af13e73fc774ae1f4f2e42fb2bb1
CRC32 7e981e20
Example file location ---