Fix wshom.ocx Errors

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

wshom.ocx file Windows Script Host Runtime Library. 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 wshom.ocx related errors on your device. You can also download wshom.ocx 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

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download wshom.ocx

4.1 List of wshom.ocx file versions

File info

General information
Filename	wshom.ocx
File extension	OCX
Description	Windows Script Host Runtime Library

Software
Program	Microsoft ® Windows Script Host Runtime Library
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Win32
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common wshom.ocx file related problems

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

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

wshom.ocx

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

Problems related to wshom.ocx 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 wshom.ocx 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 wshom.ocx errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace wshom.ocx 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 wshom.ocx file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of wshom.ocx 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\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your wshom.ocx 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 wshom.ocx

System Windows 10

File size 122880 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	bec89346501aca5f6736b1f1f7bcf899
	SHA1	3c272e51ecb5a0409f811c39b5a118d1fb1f7a87
	SHA256	c99c73a3fdf79f89a2031832491c4bcf3fe136f82a3cf646d2af6d00556f225f
	CRC32	0e2f3f9f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wshom.ocx

System Windows 8.1

File size 121344 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	8637dc5f9a91ca68c7a3057415e7a91d
	SHA1	d89ab787e3247f9f346706380115fc46f622edce
	SHA256	04683b1224d859964aa10101e29fe3cec697c1a6f699e29675778c057dd1c960
	CRC32	74883194
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wshom.ocx

System Windows 8

File size 113152 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	5bb7481ebb04ceb9636698d8508228f6
	SHA1	bb3332d7c52efef14b5e19ee16129f5047aa8b1a
	SHA256	7b5479169af821a9a92528a6f9dad65d23b30ff2397170a7a90b325205296156
	CRC32	1317eee5
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wshom.ocx

System Windows 7

File size 150016 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	3dcc84d1f63e5f7cb56f229d2149ab5d
	SHA1	103dca484f686e1fca32650a08a1ab06296baede
	SHA256	cb0b32b890ee0c604478147d1625cc050f482cc492e6fd2b5966635691bcb0dc
	CRC32	f291b8e3
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wshom.ocx

System Windows 7

File size 122368 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	b5d4429fbbf86a05ac2e3a247e32e97f
	SHA1	fc0d669cf21f3c7b5fd5916f8905abfcecf708be
	SHA256	2ad2b5baca5cfdfdb03c33d1826e17de31fd7046bef706b1384afe613d0a6f89
	CRC32	01e150fa
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wshom.ocx

System Windows Vista

File size 135168 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	8992f45ded6b63b919bdeb6d270ff9c8
	SHA1	a8bd4cfd54b9ee5fb49c26426e9a026479fc3b8f
	SHA256	d13a4f49f6dc28410f6a0a0086c5b7bf6426ab4a1eea6017a71aacffb9ca62e5
	CRC32	a3709667
	Example file location	---

Filename wshom.ocx

System Windows Vista

File size 144384 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	c9fea5babf18d825c65cbf0ad50ec59a
	SHA1	c837b3b2793854cd67bd6d2648392be58a0d158f
	SHA256	e64b49522b4ef646633392b8648b52c09ddacc280ac932e3914b4d45b5720814
	CRC32	a838194f
	Example file location	---

Filename wshom.ocx

System Windows XP

File size 135168 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	e30a91f851a4e1c8dd9ea8af1066ba51
	SHA1	977e25d8c34c18e4b91efe4b1d47ac0c5f8070f1
	SHA256	3c7a20c9c9013acab0ce4fa3a322be5119bde12048654321a54f41d27af0ff4d
	CRC32	2d5530af
	Example file location	---