Download skchui.dll to Fix Errors

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

skchui.dll file Draw Pen Tip. 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 skchui.dll related errors on your device. You can also download skchui.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, 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 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 skchui.dll

4.1 List of skchui.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	skchui.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Draw Pen Tip

Software
Program	Microsoft(R) Handwriting Input UI
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	Copyright (C) Microsoft Corp. 1981-2001
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common skchui.dll file related problems

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

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

skchui.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\ink\
Windows 8.1: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\ink\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\ink\
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 2048 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	b188b8c89daa69172342ba5a8db4789c
	SHA1	8d203210ee54c50bfb582480d9f40282932130b5
	SHA256	d2d504a94b6305723f2b9c5629b4c9c8cab049821b7ffeec276356e5b6eced17
	CRC32	647b779d
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\ink\

Filename skchui.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 1536 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	cda4802e300c3d5bf250d9e80a809753
	SHA1	84e3c5f049b1b6169d920370ab8b055d71218c45
	SHA256	9aa8a6b4b7d441f48106264ef515e0ebc25e51d7859df10af1a791d7dbcb1647
	CRC32	09284f36
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\ink\

Filename skchui.dll

System Windows 8

File size 1536 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	a5723db2abf2992ec5e6541e65dfb791
	SHA1	a73844d5245fca1b249e938265cbd7d573419544
	SHA256	0eeb098e3fb5bf107e0c683c8fcccee372945a4f35604ec81837a730e5193346
	CRC32	64bcccce
	Example file location	1: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\ink\

Filename skchui.dll

System Windows 7

File size 1536 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	8a9d7d75cb9bef94058502afe53cd677
	SHA1	ab0b49b8d75f354dcc1219684865de69b08c8645
	SHA256	00ba00207f9243deb68b922d9340915854228a15aa4209ce75e96cab5fd33875
	CRC32	4286dff5
	Example file location	---

Filename skchui.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1536 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	976d0d12423a75408c6362797d481413
	SHA1	dbf5cd2640fa26369cf9f827eebfdb6f1dfcbbe2
	SHA256	81553165eefa29a76b314f50bd605fc9c905c42f1edce7179c716ded2521ad5c
	CRC32	69c98be2
	Example file location	---

Filename skchui.dll

System Windows XP

File size 364607 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	a7e8525fa8788ca52f728414a65ba349
	SHA1	cdb61b1ac1364bc14ea5b13150dc8b507a371859
	SHA256	6515d3da08ebbd721433fda0829e2a010e6d7da574b3acb72da2c45016f9a579
	CRC32	05b8c1cd
	Example file location	---