Window.dll Errors

There are several ways window.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common messages you might see:

Window.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because window.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.Cannot find [PATH]\window.dllThe file window.dll is missing.Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: window.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again.

The error message might appear while playing a computer game, using or installing certain programs, or when Windows starts or shuts down. The context of the error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem. It could apply to any program or system that might utilize the file on any of Microsoft’s operating systems.

How to Fix Window.dll Errors

Follow these steps in the order they’re given below to address the more likely fixes first.

Need More Help?

If you’re not interested in fixing this problem yourself, see How Do I Get My Computer Fixed? for a full list of your support options, plus help with everything along the way like figuring out repair costs, getting your files off, choosing a repair service, and a lot more. If you suspect this, but you’ve already emptied the Recycle Bin, you may be able to recover it with a free file recovery program. However, this is a good idea only if you’re confident you’ve deleted the file yourself and that it was working properly before you did that. If the hardware fails any of your tests, replace the memory or replace the hard drive as soon as possible.