Fix tapi.dll Errors

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

tapi.dll file Dynamic Link Library. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of tapi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download tapi.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, 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 tapi.dll

4.1 List of tapi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	tapi.dll
File extension	DLL
Type	Dynamic Link Library
Description	Dynamic Link Library

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	19216
Oldest file	2008-04-14
MIME type	application/octet-stream

Most common tapi.dll file related problems

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

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

tapi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows XP: C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\

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

System Windows 10

File size 19216 bytes

Date 2012-06-02

Download

File details
	MD5	77b9bdffce874766fe145c5cfd7aac59
	SHA1	3a406515ed55a11aaf5ef269b826d5e633fe3b6b
	SHA256	af700c04f4334cdf9fc575727a055a30855e1ab6a8a480ab6335e1b4a7585173
	CRC32	5b13d47d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename tapi.dll

System Windows XP

File size 19200 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

Download

File details
	MD5	381575677c1c0c6184138307f1a4cdc3
	SHA1	9d89866116e01c0cb9a2e6f31e7d67036b1f1b43
	SHA256	8f4f52eae6195ba7f6ba87c6a1288d7d7c2f033bd44e1c0b84a5845ff0f29325
	CRC32	f0eabe58
	Example file location	C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\