How to Download and Fix MSTAG.TLB?

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

MSTAG.TLB file VAX Text Library. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Office software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of MSTAG.TLB related errors on your device. You can also download MSTAG.TLB file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows XP, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

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 MSTAG.TLB

4.1 List of MSTAG.TLB file versions

File info

General information
Filename	MSTAG.TLB
File extension	TLB
Type	Dynamic Link Library
Description	VAX Text Library

Software
Program	Office 2010
Software	Office
Author	Microsoft
Software version	2010

Details
File size	13684
Oldest file	2017-05-10
Latest file	2017-05-10

Most common MSTAG.TLB file related problems

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

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

MSTAG.TLB

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

Problems related to MSTAG.TLB 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 MSTAG.TLB 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 MSTAG.TLB errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace MSTAG.TLB 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 MSTAG.TLB file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\Smart Tag\
Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\microsoft shared\Smart Tag\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---
Windows XP: ---
Windows 8: ---

If the steps did not solve your MSTAG.TLB 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 MSTAG.TLB

System Windows 10

File size 13684 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	9613f1af28ffcee559422eafa3608792
	SHA1	9259f94e05aa20413e76ff1a8369e30c8cbb2d20
	SHA256	53612cdc5b9ba03c1901d9e872ec9406c68679910f93ebc0adc847de4e679afa
	CRC32	49e2cd39
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\Smart Tag\

Filename MSTAG.TLB

System Windows 7

File size 13684 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	902fb0113ec5676ccea164b44552728e
	SHA1	6f9889efe16c8716e987dcefcbbdd8adac5069e8
	SHA256	9d8f40e2846e8d1a20eca249a078af10bfa8105584d42e2de65037cb07694b2f
	CRC32	3be3f4f6
	Example file location	C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\microsoft shared\Smart Tag\

Filename MSTAG.TLB

System Windows Vista

File size 13628 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	d7998149f4c4cd34e8c63601e15cc7fa
	SHA1	2c97c2be8fd4520f8f296fd0fec4d068cfd070f1
	SHA256	b1018ac9233dbad7c60278b42cfa8105b59e7a7f890be81e73c268fb08cdde78
	CRC32	0d63da8f
	Example file location	---

Filename MSTAG.TLB

System Windows XP

File size 13444 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	3ed771a7a1ac97343db7c2aaf18d6e3d
	SHA1	a6542244b90503b9d22b4dadcb478145105adb11
	SHA256	e42363d94291d77ab41dede45ee3df967245c7a4580004c2183b50a0a7261871
	CRC32	aade5261
	Example file location	---

Filename MSTAG.TLB

System Windows XP

File size 4944 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	2898dc20bc4bc3bf0695472e3be9f326
	SHA1	83eded97e3719a07818c56511ffdd0296cc981bc
	SHA256	bce2d57cd923a331b68bb54d78a8370c56140a87cabb48bc2eeea2f7f6907214
	CRC32	b602efb0
	Example file location	---

Filename MSTAG.TLB

System Windows 8

File size 13684 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	9613f1af28ffcee559422eafa3608792
	SHA1	9259f94e05aa20413e76ff1a8369e30c8cbb2d20
	SHA256	53612cdc5b9ba03c1901d9e872ec9406c68679910f93ebc0adc847de4e679afa
	CRC32	49e2cd39
	Example file location	---