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Troubleshoot colorcpl.exe.mui Errors and Download File

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

colorcpl.exe.mui file Microsoft Color Control Panel. 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 colorcpl.exe.mui related errors on your device. You can also download colorcpl.exe.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 colorcpl.exe.mui
File extension MUI
Description Microsoft Color Control Panel
Software
Program Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author Microsoft Corporation
Details
MIME type application/octet-stream
File type Executable application
System Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set Unicode
Language cod English (U.S.)
colorcpl.exe.mui

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

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

colorcpl.exe.mui

Error

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

OK

Problems related to colorcpl.exe.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 colorcpl.exe.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.

colorcpl.exe.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 colorcpl.exe.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 colorcpl.exe.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 colorcpl.exe.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 colorcpl.exe.mui file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the colorcpl.exe.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 colorcpl.exe.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 colorcpl.exe.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 colorcpl.exe.mui file

The last solution is to manually download and replace colorcpl.exe.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 colorcpl.exe.mui file.

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\en-GB\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-GB\
  • 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 colorcpl.exe.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 colorcpl.exe.mui
System Windows 10
File size 3072 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 6ec489b8d71ca1fd0a14b29cab0a0d7a
SHA1 063fb7ebb9dffe84b91f0e713dc55fa3d26563ad
SHA256 bbfd46ae218e26b329cf002560f065d783cd05ff2ce99fe2866e6292854d5905
CRC32 b550767f
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename colorcpl.exe.mui
System Windows 8.1
File size 2560 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 07d4f62cfe913f769e0087dc1e285601
SHA1 85917e6820e4139bb456e693da80985b8a742723
SHA256 92b00e24bb6af6b586b2698f6bcec7a3086610e4785e8bd2872c2f6fd9f6ff58
CRC32 005d071c
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-GB\
Filename colorcpl.exe.mui
System Windows 8
File size 2560 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 0aa15e32291688187156ecb37d355264
SHA1 a3315635c33117875e4aa85dc2e70e811963511b
SHA256 eaaab01554c6992c5008decc45a780f4a368d0c17621850401ea45d827d3214a
CRC32 ec9859be
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-GB\
Filename colorcpl.exe.mui
System Windows 7
File size 2560 bytes
Date 2011-04-12
File details
MD5 3ccc8bf8a20724bb671ec5b29e62fd90
SHA1 e74698cbe7b9bfbcee6ec8ecaaebe0f7fe116f06
SHA256 691311c7ab64b4441f7c3858e95ae4ef54324b79e120db92c35c60f53e2c298f
CRC32 904f0ffc
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename colorcpl.exe.mui
System Windows 7
File size 2560 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 caf4e277e70f2ed83fa017541c6b2d54
SHA1 aa55e77d0583df29276ebb191e5160cf31245948
SHA256 7463ccc37db6c850ca235d10c88beee6a0d0e36513663026f2781f8ebed0d905
CRC32 ccf414d7
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename colorcpl.exe.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 2560 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 7b62a9b6eb9192e081913c9dc41680b1
SHA1 080aa3915641f123c58da723d94e6f36c5e2d340
SHA256 c2af436b8e143f5530e75bb819bd5eb9cec45e02f4cf7b0b0a53f8cebb90c6c4
CRC32 468e53a7
Example file location ---
Filename colorcpl.exe.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 12288 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 f71221be09d3c1321c69ac832174a5d5
SHA1 183cf8d2bfeeba14827e5453ef6b92ed7d2806dc
SHA256 652b9420c59bc6e4d55ebfcc1d8833285f9395596b21440f40282c9b2bd9028c
CRC32 4df3039f
Example file location ---