Troubleshoot dinput8.dll.mui Errors and Download File

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing dinput8.dll.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 dinput8.dll.mui file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

dinput8.dll.mui file Microsoft DirectInput. 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 dinput8.dll.mui related errors on your device. You can also download dinput8.dll.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.

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

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Fix dinput8.dll.mui errors

1 Information about dinput8.dll.mui file
2 Errors related to dinput8.dll.mui file
3 How to fix dinput8.dll.mui 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 dinput8.dll.mui

4.1 List of dinput8.dll.mui file versions

File info

General information
Filename	dinput8.dll.mui
File extension	MUI
Description	Microsoft DirectInput

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 dinput8.dll.mui file related problems

There are various types of errors related to dinput8.dll.mui file. dinput8.dll.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 dinput8.dll.mui file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

dinput8.dll.mui is corrupted
dinput8.dll.mui cannot be located
Runtime Error - dinput8.dll.mui
dinput8.dll.mui file error
dinput8.dll.mui file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register dinput8.dll.mui file:
dinput8.dll.mui file could not be loaded
dinput8.dll.mui file doesn't exist

dinput8.dll.mui

Application could not be started because dinput8.dll.mui file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to dinput8.dll.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 dinput8.dll.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.

How to fix dinput8.dll.mui errors in just few steps?

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

dinput8.dll.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

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with dinput8.dll.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.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to dinput8.dll.mui 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 dinput8.dll.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 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 dinput8.dll.mui file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the dinput8.dll.mui 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 dinput8.dll.mui 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 dinput8.dll.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 dinput8.dll.mui file

The last solution is to manually download and replace dinput8.dll.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 dinput8.dll.mui file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of dinput8.dll.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: ---

If the steps did not solve your dinput8.dll.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 dinput8.dll.mui

System Windows 10

File size 29696 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	0f2d4727eda97f8200181466f6e5d273
	SHA1	c9c02d2af59f2901260ea910876932a3903247e3
	SHA256	620dd40c660880d4179f06b262afcecb71303a421710a77147eec8c04d77e1c7
	CRC32	8be5a7f9
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\en-US\

Filename dinput8.dll.mui

System Windows 8.1

File size 29184 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	ce92f61f0f65845f7379e7fb4aa71450
	SHA1	3ab22b8659a58441ab1b2dc60a6fdcc81489e63f
	SHA256	191e0015806242a0e4a872acfe007689fe7dc40380e2f8d8422828a6c305ceb7
	CRC32	a4cd0fce
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\en-US\

Filename dinput8.dll.mui

System Windows 8

File size 29184 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	63e131f3ee1c164090832779434760c0
	SHA1	b7f75e4790187962f58722aed6c862fa7451cd41
	SHA256	b1126c308eb0a69255755961e831b23f6d81eeb70d1b3bb4635caa4bd9018020
	CRC32	70b474ed
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\

Filename dinput8.dll.mui

System Windows 7

File size 29184 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	3ffd76bef527bac95a341377cdf6918e
	SHA1	87516596a538f5a3d5b9c6959534f0c62ec470bb
	SHA256	03695fd33d823fc1a40173f5e62cecd7019d1039e0251e94cc26158a89d7233a
	CRC32	060b7735
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\

Filename dinput8.dll.mui

System Windows 7

File size 29184 bytes

Date 2011-04-12

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File details
	MD5	66ae5d91bccfce9839b53182d1060de8
	SHA1	0c8321e990ad2856a40c2dd6b6a6a984aad7ee22
	SHA256	b1cf06f2fafd02d968251849457dde5043a2e29719391a2d9e160b3259b60557
	CRC32	bf95545a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\

Filename dinput8.dll.mui

System Windows Vista

File size 29184 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	df9cc2087bf8fb5170e8ab4fbf92b017
	SHA1	4dc0805eb54cb5d7ee6566950caf5c96f2af3bc0
	SHA256	10216f35734d4d2941517a5cef2aa81a2568fdab10157f2b3e302d0df553fd9c
	CRC32	5786411d
	Example file location	---

Filename dinput8.dll.mui

System Windows Vista

File size 29696 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	f1b5a27844d9f1c3ec76570d195dc3d8
	SHA1	80e5a68f71993ea69750a9abe6679a2063f8927e
	SHA256	204c9190ab3bb815fc035a25642642079645b66cf549bddedaebb0c8aa210e0a
	CRC32	0df80651
	Example file location	---