WMPhoto.dll Troubleshoot and Download

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

WMPhoto.dll file Windows Media Photo Codec. 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 WMPhoto.dll related errors on your device. You can also download WMPhoto.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 WMPhoto.dll

4.1 List of WMPhoto.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	WMPhoto.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Media Photo Codec

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 WMPhoto.dll file related problems

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

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

WMPhoto.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of WMPhoto.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\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 342528 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	63dc3882693697a2b6e594a49a5987bc
	SHA1	2ea8a7970a79ace3131d529f9ce13802571c98f2
	SHA256	c993f0c5534fca3d862a1581e00ff2c1af6a4a81ccf0a40cd0f5f5b7666f5c0e
	CRC32	8134ab29
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WMPhoto.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 357376 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	46c070fe8d65d7f4b5f53bdb3f0e87dd
	SHA1	01b19f9402a5fe5ee20d5f26a7b5ad8a6b835575
	SHA256	d4c3e0e97da2edcd535c87ae947cce81a22c331467b5dedcf6d3955094dc1f07
	CRC32	01ae55d7
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WMPhoto.dll

System Windows 8

File size 368640 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	49ff3130703cb779984a4b45e626886c
	SHA1	0922014f85a8f3162d7cb5c6915e5d3b8d9292bb
	SHA256	2bd724a66e1bceb6d9ccddef2e59be3e16d07f4735245bcb23d8c0aa104827a9
	CRC32	80df5de8
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WMPhoto.dll

System Windows 7

File size 392192 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	82e642b23f61a6863794e448c1eaae34
	SHA1	b5eadd64e5aa2c5578198bbfeb6f80b2fd718885
	SHA256	09137e0ea46674f7c6866c840a945c23ba86e57ca261037dd725ddee287a7c14
	CRC32	44df2589
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WMPhoto.dll

System Windows 7

File size 318464 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ef64a97756128630a40b41c3b2567259
	SHA1	1911757cd86c2d240a4cf212577798b7dbd49458
	SHA256	76f99f4764424006f8dee424592acc5e8247220ece17b9bc69a6047fcbef4a56
	CRC32	5ccf89c9
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename WMPhoto.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 379392 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	548eddc705789d7fd564c5de5a2b90d9
	SHA1	f71d7115b1510e3eeb71db302d8064fbea3fcd27
	SHA256	6324dee903441a9fbcba960c7eee6073c0cb111157508859ba9c66a3f67919b5
	CRC32	e9847272
	Example file location	---

Filename WMPhoto.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 321536 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	845d8122008558b9a3a5ee81b15c8c46
	SHA1	ee5d44a1de0f623f493e8e04c4e188abe2368070
	SHA256	0c99fe517ad67a1a92ef0767f8990d59c69479b5254b30474a2a2ad583243e86
	CRC32	4c19926d
	Example file location	---

Filename WMPhoto.dll

System Windows XP

File size 276992 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	ef3ec9dcfeece43a1f69c8a95505e47a
	SHA1	59f586d2e040cedf634e461d501f3e7b5e2191d2
	SHA256	35e4a6273146a29ae315b5ffd68dab9281f899357427c6b06b7cd5678237cf44
	CRC32	ec93e592
	Example file location	---