Fix taskcomp.dll Errors

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

taskcomp.dll file Task Scheduler Backward Compatibility Plug-in. 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 taskcomp.dll related errors on your device. You can also download taskcomp.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 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

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Fix taskcomp.dll errors

1 Information about taskcomp.dll file
2 Errors related to taskcomp.dll file
3 How to fix taskcomp.dll related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download taskcomp.dll

4.1 List of taskcomp.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	taskcomp.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Task Scheduler Backward Compatibility Plug-in

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 taskcomp.dll file related problems

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

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

taskcomp.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of taskcomp.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: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 367616 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	86e6cfb7bccfbbb933c7dac4f802b7de
	SHA1	4c58c6c66d551d51511c53d16f2a471d46dbdac4
	SHA256	3ac5170c27fe42ab05b41a168c63039740f073d30ddea69702b94c0df4a955b7
	CRC32	594d9762
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename taskcomp.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 393728 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	dfb5b36aaf5c6dc0bc482c102d7f43e1
	SHA1	40d1b505ba2f7e4cfb2545656ac2bf78a829311e
	SHA256	f05ef68df08fa7e465617b43888fd5e08e38a8c8bd22da9a08d394ff00528e5b
	CRC32	9deac7a5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename taskcomp.dll

System Windows 8

File size 365056 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	2094d6e5ee14b9bafc90dec6dc13feb0
	SHA1	7e8dd12240ac1a13ba3273f4afe4a953847839a8
	SHA256	286951f847ac79bf7be80a89de24ebc17f5e8cffdd317b658423c029e048f0a9
	CRC32	795016e3
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename taskcomp.dll

System Windows 7

File size 305152 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1c3e8371377e988b683797a132effe1b
	SHA1	f3d2329a03c91283c8939c923dbb08a8bedcbaf2
	SHA256	cc4a9b9084f163428973a04d77caddaa838c5761bf9e55971fad7275bb9d2194
	CRC32	bb1b54fc
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename taskcomp.dll

System Windows 7

File size 473600 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	6dc4a7242f565c9e9c9ccc7bb0fa75c7
	SHA1	1a7d332b0a01ebe272fc06d91a71cf7b75a7e0be
	SHA256	4bc5a1279885eefbeb27333af719622a5fcdd9606697692c1978e434ce264d80
	CRC32	52faecbb
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename taskcomp.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 409600 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	065a9580fa32807eb895ee4d512fec1d
	SHA1	bcf027cee898ff2f5cff288eaadf25d84a9c6781
	SHA256	dd1d946eadb1fba1e1a6abe830bb545bfe970873611acc491c1b069d9dd2b70f
	CRC32	105f8540
	Example file location	---

Filename taskcomp.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 270336 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	67ecc768adb04591cbcf15783cb2a817
	SHA1	acc49b8db58e0b55824ecd74610336d168503250
	SHA256	ada74821bfeb0a4c4efb31ca7644e51392a948b04f5822f3366e3d4519928790
	CRC32	9725c018
	Example file location	---