Download WMPMediaSharing.dll to Fix Errors

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

WMPMediaSharing.dll file Dynamic Link Library. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of WMPMediaSharing.dll related errors on your device. You can also download WMPMediaSharing.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8

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Fix WMPMediaSharing.dll errors

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

4.1 List of WMPMediaSharing.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	WMPMediaSharing.dll
File extension	DLL
Type	Dynamic Link Library
Description	Dynamic Link Library

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	99840
Oldest file	2012-07-26
Latest file	2017-03-18

Most common WMPMediaSharing.dll file related problems

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

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

WMPMediaSharing.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Windows Media Player\
Windows 8: C:\Program Files\Windows Media Player\

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

System Windows 10

File size 99840 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ea1dcf96ccf9fa810bf47d7d081e88b9
	SHA1	eae0b66499be837551c3504cc87e8344f1683b37
	SHA256	18c7bb45c37448a4922cb899473e68376e9308d3a42c3051e92ce295497548e1
	CRC32	53e155a8
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Windows Media Player\

Filename WMPMediaSharing.dll

System Windows 8

File size 98816 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	298bf901f1360dbe95e2129b074409f8
	SHA1	873a5919e1c3a31537c3769c5031b0b735131666
	SHA256	16edbfe6d4883a3c31fef81cda6c4f262aa1dc179a5c4b8eea856e6c56bd1b15
	CRC32	f5e47c1c
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Windows Media Player\