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

WinTypes.dll file Windows Base Types 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 WinTypes.dll related errors on your device. You can also download WinTypes.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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Fix WinTypes.dll errors

1 Information about WinTypes.dll file
2 Errors related to WinTypes.dll file
3 How to fix WinTypes.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 WinTypes.dll

4.1 List of WinTypes.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	WinTypes.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Base Types 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 WinTypes.dll file related problems

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

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

WinTypes.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\

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

System Windows 10

File size 856416 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	162f85b2da1f88aebf4ddfae924b13a7
	SHA1	be5647312196ebbf69553ab450068065ce1a37eb
	SHA256	84461978bd4772345b82b68722ccacd2b4697b3d90811aeacee441feceada31d
	CRC32	230d0379
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WinTypes.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 547992 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	48bc125080767c6aac06b5e6da7b6e90
	SHA1	66b0d5806ff9ab3fa213145ae2a2368fabe4ea43
	SHA256	123f548b3c5fa18da30efe92b386690c59fb7174a4dcbbaeb760d600f6b9e273
	CRC32	e36ea6e2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WinTypes.dll

System Windows 8

File size 465920 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	8cd0fc6ff65e43e23190ce042d271408
	SHA1	b273c2e0bfdff49d9d9b82e2e4448b061b1a2dd5
	SHA256	c01fbc0b42528c02f18f95a9b716c97adf15f8ecec900df72b198fd99275d419
	CRC32	066b4ebb
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\