winhlp32.exe Informations - Download and Fix

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing winhlp32.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 winhlp32.exe file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

winhlp32.exe file Windows Winhlp32 Stub. 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 winhlp32.exe related errors on your device. You can also download winhlp32.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, 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 Vista, Windows XP, Windows XP

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Fix winhlp32.exe errors

1 Information about winhlp32.exe file
2 Errors related to winhlp32.exe file
3 How to fix winhlp32.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 winhlp32.exe

4.1 List of winhlp32.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	winhlp32.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	Windows Winhlp32 Stub

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 winhlp32.exe file related problems

There are various types of errors related to winhlp32.exe file. winhlp32.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 winhlp32.exe file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

winhlp32.exe is corrupted
winhlp32.exe cannot be located
Runtime Error - winhlp32.exe
winhlp32.exe file error
winhlp32.exe file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register winhlp32.exe file:
winhlp32.exe file could not be loaded
winhlp32.exe file doesn't exist

winhlp32.exe

Application could not be started because winhlp32.exe file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to winhlp32.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 winhlp32.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 winhlp32.exe errors in just few steps?

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

winhlp32.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 winhlp32.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 winhlp32.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 winhlp32.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 winhlp32.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the winhlp32.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 winhlp32.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 winhlp32.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 winhlp32.exe file

The last solution is to manually download and replace winhlp32.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 winhlp32.exe file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of winhlp32.exe file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\
Windows XP: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your winhlp32.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 winhlp32.exe

System Windows 10

File size 10240 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	6e6947d6368fa11e9146c4767f31286e
	SHA1	c81f1a6683e0c145088d4b3929eafd636210c7e2
	SHA256	23db281a93c13aee53f51d1da931f15936648ba81d5c41f097ecb9c3435ef898
	CRC32	48b87fb0
	Example file location	C:\Windows\

Filename winhlp32.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 9728 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	335c38783b3f1b383ecac17db3705895
	SHA1	62feb04d2d7f0201fb8b504f800d8aee941ef583
	SHA256	fa17f4ba95f3a9c109a4479adab435587245286b050101cddc91c0e17ead09bf
	CRC32	814de852
	Example file location	C:\Windows\

Filename winhlp32.exe

System Windows 8

File size 10752 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	eada08c87ad2a913563244ccf4391e5d
	SHA1	bd75382569cd546dc97dddee019451cddead510f
	SHA256	239bc15a9b4ad3dc586c47771e5a234d30ce9f0705bc2e3a9360b7da8f6be07a
	CRC32	739b0e1d
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\

Filename winhlp32.exe

System Windows 7

File size 9728 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1d420d66250bcaaaed05724fb34008cf
	SHA1	2ece29e4ae3fdb713c18152f5c7556a1aa8a7c83
	SHA256	8d39ac4c416cae32a6787326d2cae0b0cd075915b75229572fa5d90fbb3dfe52
	CRC32	6dd0ae0f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\

Filename winhlp32.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 9216 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	fcc0222cf1b1a6049d17378d2640fc95
	SHA1	3441517a7f0b60ae82c1e2535e5c9e4595510529
	SHA256	a6761e2c8b181346d43ee1739c6a7e9d0d65d5ef7be5b0bc3b131766e7aebaf5
	CRC32	97bf560a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\

Filename winhlp32.exe

System Windows XP

File size 8192 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	37b726c72699456bf34134c2bb89727a
	SHA1	7239f87fa687343c59c458d980e9005fbda36b5b
	SHA256	2bfc6bf1410eae65aa2cbe9c5600a43cea0259d253629fd660ccf062f86f589a
	CRC32	4878b3a8
	Example file location	---

Filename winhlp32.exe

System Windows XP

File size 283648 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	65a9495a436f5402bc1c467e1b926c27
	SHA1	587f7e2ed04dca2f4dbe84d90afd0c223f52b1cd
	SHA256	f697d5b221ddfd2ffbecaf8cca252701ab976cf8cbb74ce0238ef336093327a8
	CRC32	96e11809
	Example file location	---