tapi32.dll - How to Fix? Download Now

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing tapi32.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 tapi32.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

tapi32.dll file MicrosoftÂ® Windows(TM) Telephony API Client 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 tapi32.dll related errors on your device. You can also download tapi32.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 tapi32.dll

4.1 List of tapi32.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	tapi32.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	MicrosoftÂ® Windows(TM) Telephony API Client DLL

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 tapi32.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to tapi32.dll file. tapi32.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 tapi32.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

tapi32.dll is corrupted
tapi32.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - tapi32.dll
tapi32.dll file error
tapi32.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register tapi32.dll file:
tapi32.dll file could not be loaded
tapi32.dll file doesn't exist

tapi32.dll

Application could not be started because tapi32.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to tapi32.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 tapi32.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 tapi32.dll errors in just few steps?

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

tapi32.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 tapi32.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 tapi32.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 tapi32.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 tapi32.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the tapi32.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 tapi32.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 tapi32.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 tapi32.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace tapi32.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 tapi32.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of tapi32.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 tapi32.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 tapi32.dll

System Windows 10

File size 194048 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	de643dd8b11a8b6d5b9ce22b2349c688
	SHA1	a71b3aa5162fd6b9087f7bd2ad621748a0420198
	SHA256	db11363fb70d35bd69194bef9b4fedb7a94295fd2fd86bb6f3ab75f432487a00
	CRC32	73ff7ed4
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename tapi32.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 198656 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	e5f4c091f84c56c6df6e9ddbd02d81ef
	SHA1	8f8ab4cc37fe9a7ece1657dc2c71b346c170ba86
	SHA256	7eb612648f72dc3949af69c68b501596c4bfa870d2fb551f8dee0296956c55c7
	CRC32	e3d5189c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename tapi32.dll

System Windows 8

File size 188928 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	6469d9f25e8bc905a216026c6ffc34ec
	SHA1	66d69f31ab6a3ba77e31b57e332ff4c94fc25176
	SHA256	69c4e59740e1680440a01d18e597a767541bb50e7a7a57a43c1caee81d01579b
	CRC32	734be430
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename tapi32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 192000 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ba32509d9b340162327b341013de6522
	SHA1	3145c1e44d331d606bc21dd75a71a067c184a49b
	SHA256	478a96ed44326bfaa3cfa9c721a6b00d4c52965909e166d7208f714890bf6cf3
	CRC32	dd36ecd9
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename tapi32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 248832 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	fafae01e889dc9c05a6ca2138cfc220b
	SHA1	03ac82dd3411d73f9c50f977edfad4da47b1950c
	SHA256	192cfde3593ed0a9b397461d912074c0f062015c23e6f6658571c7c2864d9a51
	CRC32	95ab8518
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename tapi32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 191488 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	70f08ece7a30a639d3f0c8c433685c7d
	SHA1	c46d6ef1a72e996e644ab8d107539c2a7b33bfc3
	SHA256	e7b852e949d0db9c3d63c4f49decf9c93781142eac6f6d66c9fc8e0027e904f4
	CRC32	0ca17c0e
	Example file location	---

Filename tapi32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 243712 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	f0884fa3e83c79775bf89c74dd28b616
	SHA1	ecd73d9f4f07ea523d9d3f22f059707bb0a61ead
	SHA256	773bfb326428b9733083f8de978067fbaa7ef2906bd5df60ec3550473e2759d1
	CRC32	aea41127
	Example file location	---

Filename tapi32.dll

System Windows XP

File size 181760 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	00aabf131b4823785818db99a075a313
	SHA1	dcc43381656ecec8ca33d202a078ed766dce9cbf
	SHA256	ff0f24d35325ec246c758c7cf51fddef13757dfd7be5f6f5d51e0dd7c6673686
	CRC32	e610fca3
	Example file location	---