Troubleshoot extrac32.exe Errors and Download File

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

extrac32.exe file MicrosoftÂ® CAB File Extract Utility. 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 extrac32.exe related errors on your device. You can also download extrac32.exe 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

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Fix extrac32.exe errors

1 Information about extrac32.exe file
2 Errors related to extrac32.exe file
3 How to fix extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe

4.1 List of extrac32.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	extrac32.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	MicrosoftÂ® CAB File Extract Utility

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.)

Most common extrac32.exe file related problems

There are various types of errors related to extrac32.exe file. extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

extrac32.exe is corrupted
extrac32.exe cannot be located
Runtime Error - extrac32.exe
extrac32.exe file error
extrac32.exe file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register extrac32.exe file:
extrac32.exe file could not be loaded
extrac32.exe file doesn't exist

extrac32.exe

Application could not be started because extrac32.exe file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe errors in just few steps?

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

extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe file

The last solution is to manually download and replace extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of extrac32.exe 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\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your extrac32.exe 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 extrac32.exe

System Windows 10

File size 29184 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	c3f8c98c100b074ef21fa2c93fed8959
	SHA1	af17f2f3c356372849f9cb54a3f1ad65f8ef21b1
	SHA256	8f565b54cbaa372da78710a8833e9f764445fb272aade3c83a19803409718d4b
	CRC32	b0eccc82
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename extrac32.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 29184 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	9a2112c578a445fe5e525361ed6fb0db
	SHA1	2283cea233c697b19beb68f5c7117e7ea9ba549d
	SHA256	8e0e651a59fdf07f2161d2578baa97ba6de8b624f4ab9a17d3c633f4a060b522
	CRC32	a1278314
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename extrac32.exe

System Windows 8

File size 28672 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	2f660231fad6f1d46e9c5f572c639fef
	SHA1	4535ec2fc771127e3b874fa9168c9ae96f0b0c1a
	SHA256	ccedb28135a3140c79f5b71a9107dd243232d786a81b83467d4a25e725c98e79
	CRC32	3052cece
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename extrac32.exe

System Windows 7

File size 53248 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	4d306ed01994edf577b98fd59bf269c0
	SHA1	8f20d9835cadbc5a5c62b39f487ce2027dd2bf74
	SHA256	fa8ea99095527fd41360592e271425182f40d49ffb9c82a3214aa963a7cc7f80
	CRC32	f9d23f90
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename extrac32.exe

System Windows 7

File size 62464 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	7b3080bc1b915a7ca29d29e0b29c1a08
	SHA1	7dcfbeabb512582a12d10f1c576565a90138351d
	SHA256	baa9972f330ca0d701a36f3642d30f9266d03b371bcd246396cc9f24ac7e443f
	CRC32	c1a66718
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename extrac32.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 61952 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	13432f7a474b4eb7e3a4db37f81e74d5
	SHA1	0edd4a7e87ac74f2be3aeae9105b533b65c53288
	SHA256	28dae16f72a0f5beaf0db896541448e390f8b8b0a612c62e3f41a9e4973178dc
	CRC32	6a9f0a7d
	Example file location	---

Filename extrac32.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 53248 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	8f17f4814f100cc70afd0c20f9a121d8
	SHA1	f917f21184d4184e42ead69100f2beca74f03227
	SHA256	3d4b4bf6c5c744241b191266ca9ada680d62695485a90fa2d24758267323d0a4
	CRC32	ceb7ce28
	Example file location	---

Filename extrac32.exe

System Windows XP

File size 24064 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	0df640c0665596dc256e40d6010078a6
	SHA1	6f0183c99b37fe01dcebf14877311c8fb751168d
	SHA256	06b25eca31db8d93fa38a1efe1d50527463893f1f39798fffdfd49ae04b7c76a
	CRC32	29402fd5
	Example file location	---