Download wshext.dll to Fix Errors

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

wshext.dll file Microsoft Â® Shell Extension for Windows Script Host. 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 wshext.dll related errors on your device. You can also download wshext.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 wshext.dll

4.1 List of wshext.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	wshext.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft Â® Shell Extension for Windows Script Host

Software
Program	Microsoft ® Windows Script Host
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Win32
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common wshext.dll file related problems

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

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

wshext.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of wshext.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 wshext.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 wshext.dll

System Windows 10

File size 80384 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	577251934fbc60de24585b2905f97261
	SHA1	4c844cdf78fcaa7c4ff26b2c78a2bdf4e0113d11
	SHA256	6a70475db1ca9c530751d7f217398d495008a8d7a68f6fae6ce7a6cb0e847c1c
	CRC32	97863cb9
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wshext.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 80896 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	b5fe3cdb7e54d59324b4749b720e7e44
	SHA1	efb67c86280d83c42c726dd3eb046f097d74d93c
	SHA256	6bda732636f13e4e1994c4bf959ccbc5bf6bae27b5417b7a1d0abd3ff889ee0d
	CRC32	0be42e5c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wshext.dll

System Windows 8

File size 73728 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	61eee9e88624866d612c013726d4f7ed
	SHA1	1dea3708fc94125c5d189918d272c70510d83571
	SHA256	5c5eb2c94a3d936229b429adb30dd7925a8c43d84294930300f40b16db9e9366
	CRC32	862c82ea
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wshext.dll

System Windows 7

File size 104960 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	6e74d0ae00231d87cd213cd7bdc27e37
	SHA1	53cf1897796ab67b026391486f576b467302aa3b
	SHA256	29bd01036687b16670decb1720592b7f2ea75c359784d4f89663d7b8523df9c2
	CRC32	66a427a4
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wshext.dll

System Windows 7

File size 80896 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	e8f6851e4600cd3674422487ee240941
	SHA1	3dc303ac4dbbfd5b5e169542cfcd9b0e25d8d71e
	SHA256	d7cc1b8975e919c0b91ae877561f0245c8700082470c806618a09d87d1a6923a
	CRC32	63cdafdf
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wshext.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 101888 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	6dc1f2034b8ecab0c7848a9b522076ab
	SHA1	bee459219aa86a163d82e53e2a1a11e973b32210
	SHA256	c4cb0528acac09f625ce0c8aa19d49d16b8a72bc3b13a8fc38e6e32e53b1517b
	CRC32	55f4575a
	Example file location	---

Filename wshext.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 90112 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	9c50130e941a24805a608e6f3d2a3c8f
	SHA1	7be111faf7a43631f5ce2582863f947c14756948
	SHA256	d38fa579ec1c0b21066e76513d20a4999e25c0c936f9d3d82354826342036051
	CRC32	feb04053
	Example file location	---

Filename wshext.dll

System Windows XP

File size 90112 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	40425118b4adce4134322dba99071db9
	SHA1	24c677f85a9e04b5294cce3d84c2d8d44ebc86d4
	SHA256	9bbf6d8a13df7cb1cd1d5840be8f34ecd003c0cdaf8b3b94743e7b946ed8afab
	CRC32	ea990c7f
	Example file location	---