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winload.efi.mui Informations - Download and Fix

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

winload.efi.mui file OS Loader. 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 winload.efi.mui related errors on your device. You can also download winload.efi.mui file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, 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 Vista

File info

General information
Filename winload.efi.mui
File extension MUI
Description OS Loader
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.)
winload.efi.mui

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

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

winload.efi.mui

Error

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

OK

Problems related to winload.efi.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 winload.efi.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.

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace winload.efi.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 winload.efi.mui file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of winload.efi.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: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your winload.efi.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 winload.efi.mui
System Windows 10
File size 31480 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 fe66acab98d449f6c2a524f9d19f1342
SHA1 00676591e0074ab7050b227d9ee93be4cfa30ca1
SHA256 8ab591bba968b00db9d55283d890a7984ac9bbe95c49af109cd22edf44392701
CRC32 58514be4
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename winload.efi.mui
System Windows 8.1
File size 30048 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 74972dacf15463e3f53c3b7d05c57238
SHA1 ea64bf9247dada2344f885d45b26d646393259e2
SHA256 69f0b2fcd57174b4e436755e7dacb47b0581373c75c322f308614b1c77a19a4a
CRC32 dd029216
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename winload.efi.mui
System Windows 8
File size 29936 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 1cdc5f6ee537435dcd5ce7cb3bd648b1
SHA1 586ae617a88223f69ee86c4e2e7b3668b5ed4bb9
SHA256 6d2cbfe22f434ab0ea50a4cad3e14785b3c789f1977e6e639f1a114cde527a31
CRC32 d833d542
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename winload.efi.mui
System Windows 7
File size 33360 bytes
Date 2011-04-12
File details
MD5 6ff05190af86c901a2e6453f86799035
SHA1 6b1d575a206b035754f023a5b85904f96ca72f04
SHA256 5dfc39af36669bd675577851689bf4425d9603b4686cb53fd7d86c0470514fd1
CRC32 397a22c7
Example file location ---
Filename winload.efi.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 26112 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
File details
MD5 5fa2d4b347caf7e7d200d42b4509387a
SHA1 e60a9862aa8c111623a6301df4a88b0af0f44ef6
SHA256 4657498baf1f71f384222894b936b62a1939be22953aa435c343fa69078691d9
CRC32 34c64bab
Example file location ---