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

spoolss.dll file Spooler SubSystem 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 spoolss.dll related errors on your device. You can also download spoolss.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, 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 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 spoolss.dll

4.1 List of spoolss.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	spoolss.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Spooler SubSystem DLL

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	Neutral

Most common spoolss.dll file related problems

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of spoolss.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 Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 84480 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	0e8a2a34ab7dc99cd196adb809546346
	SHA1	77bfd37e7b926a562bc9b191521bf545d118c562
	SHA256	db4544819bef1d1a06e81c690cdaf56bd6c0d2ff3ea26d1322e13c2439f5067e
	CRC32	4eb15594
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename spoolss.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 59904 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	0313371dfa9f6cd6c454b875e96f06e1
	SHA1	b7a97cacd8f6bf2f56cfa088d5b2e3aa0198a2ba
	SHA256	5f12d0d68d0593b11dbe9fe36b2a78a4d964829c1e172579e5880f2fc4214d6a
	CRC32	cc66338d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename spoolss.dll

System Windows 8

File size 45056 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	cedb970eee0aa5088b9bde3b0f94a971
	SHA1	8e6fdf3e333b4e8db05a4e6c35dd5191b013855d
	SHA256	8a7de956e6e069be66d7c8f5730694e262b0d25ac987c4ca4fbf634d43f80dac
	CRC32	fa2ad2f1
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename spoolss.dll

System Windows 7

File size 57856 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	3285481f5c12305ca104a6c493ca5a0b
	SHA1	289278533f64f39d01c7d4871a82417aee5b0ae4
	SHA256	adb39b15d26a954b0f347c7bafcc76de5e3cf3cf05736e8987e0832aa7f8563c
	CRC32	590f976f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename spoolss.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 238080 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	d48445b07f61cafe2fe8972aab4e31b8
	SHA1	33c54a45f17f3080922300d0b24ff35bbade2fb3
	SHA256	255ec421ab60a6da2b103b0d0331cc45ccb74452eab9eb7bbae29a2e7079c889
	CRC32	432dfa13
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename spoolss.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 160768 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	e79fda8d320147fdc347c504b3487f87
	SHA1	7b965467e10080f7116048508e11a2d17aaf2809
	SHA256	7baf7c9828a285875bcf92ef33e1f0f5a2ed8a25289333985a9428e2913df3cc
	CRC32	ab44fed1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename spoolss.dll

System Windows XP

File size 75264 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	79e3a8c328e7e569c32b0998377d9742
	SHA1	ff496883f453e05c7266c817d167cd6bfe510309
	SHA256	f5854956e452ad663004679bbdf8b006695b69c8962534cd243193f04f294df3
	CRC32	5345bab5
	Example file location	---