Download XPSSHHDR.dll to Fix Errors

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

XPSSHHDR.dll file OPC Shell Metadata Handler. 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 XPSSHHDR.dll related errors on your device. You can also download XPSSHHDR.dll 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.

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

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Fix XPSSHHDR.dll errors

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

4.1 List of XPSSHHDR.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	XPSSHHDR.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	OPC Shell Metadata Handler

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 XPSSHHDR.dll file related problems

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

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

XPSSHHDR.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of XPSSHHDR.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: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 81408 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	d241ade258ca027bef694b809bee43f7
	SHA1	dba893dfdf2832c2c148a9fa7862ae12f5d2c55a
	SHA256	9d7334e3520259518fd63db628891ed00515c9549438860f0ed0a013c3ecd7de
	CRC32	83ef08d8
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename XPSSHHDR.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 82944 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	0103eb4110a2d9579fcbdf1e15675a9f
	SHA1	25e52cd5c36dcb0894215f13ec4b840b1b3bab27
	SHA256	45fa3b7e05881bbd8e62a1fada1c98768d441f07808d733c273ba8b74d196744
	CRC32	b71e7b40
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename XPSSHHDR.dll

System Windows 8

File size 75264 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	1647d249e26d8e317f0abba9b019ea76
	SHA1	d30ea6347bd4a76560d5ac491dd295c40a4b6276
	SHA256	929b5792a90239a259616ff105aad0ee8a4b60e418a0aefd5b5ffc01c6fc674c
	CRC32	26e95da7
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename XPSSHHDR.dll

System Windows 7

File size 706560 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	21029085c3a8856e794f30df261ac408
	SHA1	a7cc22bed17f8b78d7b0f481f169486bfce01000
	SHA256	1640dac253a1d4d72d0d20f8b03f8ef113b0869b4ab5f3897003b89ad65176f6
	CRC32	0fb455c7
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename XPSSHHDR.dll

System Windows 7

File size 443904 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	45847160399dd9927b95b013b9f10599
	SHA1	8c461f6d55f9bb9000c5991ebb8e875af368170d
	SHA256	33ab81879f8ad8defbd239bb37344f57ec9ce30139f596cf95584328350c8fa3
	CRC32	20100f99
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename XPSSHHDR.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 942592 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	01be66f8a58d5ef875e9f4473286345d
	SHA1	383703f0a87beba67e663f9a815aac55aebdca41
	SHA256	e4061adec5a34116a6dbe90bde93f9a02a581c021ce6f151cd161ef9dc321b07
	CRC32	6eeb29c3
	Example file location	---

Filename XPSSHHDR.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 574976 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	4a149599a7336df7ed588761f4a8cfa8
	SHA1	0b7ac568fa4632fff9817bb7ff353cab18861ce3
	SHA256	ea7bfdfe0f6bbf59f36cb6cbbf97a62444467bcecf0b1c8a0f5cbe5dccdd944c
	CRC32	d2f2a9b6
	Example file location	---