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wshelper.dll.mui - Repair Issues and Download

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

wshelper.dll.mui file Winsock Net shell helper DLL for winsock. 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 wshelper.dll.mui related errors on your device. You can also download wshelper.dll.mui 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.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista

File info

General information
Filename wshelper.dll.mui
File extension MUI
Description Winsock Net shell helper DLL for winsock
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.)
wshelper.dll.mui

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

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

wshelper.dll.mui

Error

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

OK

Problems related to wshelper.dll.mui 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 wshelper.dll.mui 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.

wshelper.dll.mui 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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with wshelper.dll.mui 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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to wshelper.dll.mui file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 wshelper.dll.mui 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

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 wshelper.dll.mui file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the wshelper.dll.mui file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the wshelper.dll.mui file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the wshelper.dll.mui 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 wshelper.dll.mui file

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

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your wshelper.dll.mui 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 wshelper.dll.mui
System Windows 10
File size 9216 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 276293441b1d70d3abc08e001e21ccf4
SHA1 a02043cea5837d377fda6f402c4faca576709b2d
SHA256 5b580b60c291d340a73e72c304ed2b868e94800dff87035e91313dd2b2542e1d
CRC32 547431e7
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename wshelper.dll.mui
System Windows 8.1
File size 8704 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 88dd0d603e314fb32c750b0693164867
SHA1 572349991adf15bb0276ab3506b47e7bfd2f7db1
SHA256 7c75de7ab19094c01dd256ef01e56a305f663fd70c62376b2802c8cfc391791c
CRC32 60707484
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename wshelper.dll.mui
System Windows 8
File size 8704 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 0e4fda2def6704e3accedf5b2bd0a5f4
SHA1 d50fb9ce4affcbd5647e75a9656b91d32300ffce
SHA256 d56c3c99a7f5bf0269433a09432b43032e425a1ac6f82b67ddf90b194e2fa837
CRC32 c8816ad9
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename wshelper.dll.mui
System Windows 7
File size 8704 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 cd53aea05d09943fdaa9e6e779d28a26
SHA1 3ecb5d1ca1aba23c02b2c0e29395a2b524595b94
SHA256 fa53ff31f9a889f938de861007a98c2239099f15a0b1c638db22c9df480fc624
CRC32 971414a1
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename wshelper.dll.mui
System Windows 7
File size 8704 bytes
Date 2011-04-12
File details
MD5 d3c8a35bd4d7f008a7d37aa6f235c8fd
SHA1 a2abec5ed7d73f1a8353955bdd00ad4f9a477153
SHA256 9f000c5e42d601120245d15ece540c68079fa2f3d3f1a938906995ba64d4a67d
CRC32 853f635b
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename wshelper.dll.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 8192 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 1955eb7701dab4c078bccdfc5d2d1ee8
SHA1 25ad780610833681944aa0528bb220f39aeeef4d
SHA256 3fd08b80d725fb1edbbc717cd92e6bfe7873d4a29af346807716746e4729620a
CRC32 fef42a94
Example file location ---
Filename wshelper.dll.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 7680 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 4e37436732850c0be239b591660192f2
SHA1 dbac5428491afbea814a6a98e64c81f88917d133
SHA256 6915b9bf256e313dadc2dbbd68bd0d5ebd1b05bd7e418683c6ac157369f986a5
CRC32 f61a8d8c
Example file location ---