Download and Fix tapi3.dll

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing tapi3.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 tapi3.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

tapi3.dll file Microsoft TAPI3. 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 tapi3.dll related errors on your device. You can also download tapi3.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 tapi3.dll

4.1 List of tapi3.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	tapi3.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft TAPI3

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.)

Most common tapi3.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to tapi3.dll file. tapi3.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 tapi3.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

tapi3.dll is corrupted
tapi3.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - tapi3.dll
tapi3.dll file error
tapi3.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register tapi3.dll file:
tapi3.dll file could not be loaded
tapi3.dll file doesn't exist

tapi3.dll

Application could not be started because tapi3.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to tapi3.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 tapi3.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 tapi3.dll errors in just few steps?

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

tapi3.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 tapi3.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 tapi3.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 tapi3.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 tapi3.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the tapi3.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 tapi3.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 tapi3.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 tapi3.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace tapi3.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 tapi3.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of tapi3.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 tapi3.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 tapi3.dll

System Windows 10

File size 858112 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	0b00f75a389b1fef8ab2dc680323415b
	SHA1	b68579f2af6ce73850e60288a37bbba190cf6782
	SHA256	3d10567f6141a1b81fc116cc3e7e41e1a2e697fa464e49e0dc12167ea3d87beb
	CRC32	0aa2a555
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename tapi3.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 872960 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	c49e24c697d4f9be31a52ea4b19bc8e7
	SHA1	77be57ba338a7edad448bd359a4f78e9cd281e6c
	SHA256	d31c7bfc765c1045df0f3cc19d245a365f14e51f40289bfeb28598de64c3ad92
	CRC32	87dfc305
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename tapi3.dll

System Windows 8

File size 836608 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	88772cadc0d9183c32283f04d3f5318f
	SHA1	9240a1dfb1067fc2553fd3f17bcf66dfcf0a15c2
	SHA256	fcd145af19f6f490ea1cef356f45f81ad4e3e4c790f469e4855bfd885e4a2a6f
	CRC32	b153c5b8
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename tapi3.dll

System Windows 7

File size 855552 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	a39dc816437cec8f8d9b62890277a7d5
	SHA1	d66bc217555f1b0131930a46ccb3e1c9fa34524f
	SHA256	fbb4f3e5328ba337c27c051d51582d9e9a3434dadf51862159fc57728d92d3d3
	CRC32	a13f69b1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename tapi3.dll

System Windows 7

File size 985088 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	cb238c0088003bf60f898dc75d297f53
	SHA1	333734728feadb624c1592588cb66320d8ff8ed6
	SHA256	8167e9225a8740038fa4d758b541818610c86b9aca1ab95b79af31d23e1ae463
	CRC32	3b339f8b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename tapi3.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 990720 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	0d5e5357c941ac414c0adc2e6537aafe
	SHA1	e64045d6432e7b072af4a77d6e882183cec02c87
	SHA256	f80a43769e7ca5f55b8bf3f613c3432f81179f3570f1e6084242380325278d42
	CRC32	c5b6e87e
	Example file location	---

Filename tapi3.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 858112 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c289015f06b9d06269d8f13e920053ae
	SHA1	92b299e48c71b512001cf1d3777b4fb1bde81bc1
	SHA256	21de2449a4a1193e8f574219842493d056dbf161a1ecc1ec3778ebcc0ac36a42
	CRC32	6f47736c
	Example file location	---

Filename tapi3.dll

System Windows XP

File size 858624 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	3f8411328e808a8794a41da9acb22dd9
	SHA1	49ee2ebe0489993e710070f84bef8018d0270978
	SHA256	ea767af5849bfbbd8991adc64b5dc39e0762878d8a9b399ddd002be9f97a53c5
	CRC32	6943ad5e
	Example file location	---