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Fix wscript.exe.mui Errors

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

wscript.exe.mui file Microsoft ® Windows Based 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 wscript.exe.mui related errors on your device. You can also download wscript.exe.mui 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.

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

File info

General information
Filename wscript.exe.mui
File extension MUI
Description Microsoft ® Windows Based Script Host
Software
Program Microsoft ® Windows Script Host
Author Microsoft Corporation
Details
MIME type application/octet-stream
File type Executable application
System Win32
Copyrights © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set Unicode
Language cod English (U.S.)
wscript.exe.mui

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

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

wscript.exe.mui

Error

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

OK

Problems related to wscript.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 wscript.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.

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

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

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your wscript.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 wscript.exe.mui
System Windows 10
File size 10240 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 e404095fc983061b753f6de070ae3968
SHA1 2f4bcc754e7011e960fa42fa503a0357e43335b6
SHA256 b9d02af1074f17c00987f07ec3e6663fd87abd9421476a4dd7d811148e366ecb
CRC32 55b73176
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename wscript.exe.mui
System Windows 8.1
File size 9728 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 7414e5c6f16895745330ea1d5d738a24
SHA1 e40aade50834351f4005eba07c97f7a80504fb09
SHA256 6f61cecd994a50ae6256f963fa66c09febc7776c96cd4b666d4da12685a9a8af
CRC32 5731a6d6
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename wscript.exe.mui
System Windows 8
File size 9728 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 3c45326427920976266bbe4ee9c76418
SHA1 aa0201b20975721fee1fc14e96e107f3e445decf
SHA256 6d2cead3105164ec205589b603e87277827dad64009201b121ceaaa882c7d49c
CRC32 42a63fdf
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename wscript.exe.mui
System Windows 7
File size 9728 bytes
Date 2011-04-12
File details
MD5 9e272c93f0d7a1951d66571a109359a0
SHA1 4efb379cc00d721ff6371d90c2cd72c0204e4073
SHA256 3ba872c1f671cd491e2fe6e01259615b5c539d0c9c83ff20fb476b22547266f4
CRC32 02aeffde
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename wscript.exe.mui
System Windows 7
File size 9728 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 b34def43f92a72f91ffb341002521527
SHA1 a2c57f860c3e0c2cd094827740018b530857cdc3
SHA256 8f58bfe996e02c460234633e726b472f56a148f450a4e632f63e9637bc14f557
CRC32 20e70583
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename wscript.exe.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 9728 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 2779333bb1ddcba094c62fcd7109b10b
SHA1 7c57e06fa503570679b1585e1785781e1bbfd844
SHA256 f9c8c58508697a606a469abb6b294923af59ca17cb44121ed423b0bd4ee0e243
CRC32 02b0d8e2
Example file location ---
Filename wscript.exe.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 10240 bytes
Date 2008-04-14
File details
MD5 8848f27fce647965c1aa00bb922e0632
SHA1 54b77e5e955acd6ff153dc9b7479df5563f5f673
SHA256 33f1e92fbb7b7462c677bb09ef5b780e331e19c92ae18581ca05894df6333a57
CRC32 9432369e
Example file location ---
Filename wscript.exe.mui
System Windows XP
File size 10240 bytes
Date 2008-04-14
File details
MD5 8848f27fce647965c1aa00bb922e0632
SHA1 54b77e5e955acd6ff153dc9b7479df5563f5f673
SHA256 33f1e92fbb7b7462c677bb09ef5b780e331e19c92ae18581ca05894df6333a57
CRC32 9432369e
Example file location ---