Most users think that to run a game or program you just need to install it on your computer. But unfortunately, this is not so. In addition to the files included in the application distribution package, third-party components that must be installed on the system are also required to run it. They are called "dynamic libraries", most users know them by the extension of the DLL. But even if there are application files and libraries, the game will not start if you have RunDLL32 missing or damaged. What is it, what role does it play, and how to fix errors associated with this program, we will talk in this article.
What role does RunDLL32.exe play in the system?
As mentioned above, in the article we will consider in detail what the RunDLL32.exe program is for.
Many users do not even know about the existence of this application until an error occurs associated with it. And some could notice it in the processes of the system. RunDLL32 - what is this process?
He is responsible for running dynamic libraries in the system, which can be understood by the very name of the program. The fact is that any game or program is written so that for its correct operation additional system components are required. And when you double-click on the application, you launch not only its files, but also a number of libraries necessary for displaying individual elements. But the program itself cannot run them, it only passes the list of necessary DLLs to the RunDLL.exe program, and already this program opens the necessary libraries. That is how it all works.
Now you know that RunDLL32 is a significant process for the operating system and can not do without it.
Why are RunDLL.exe related errors?
But even the knowledge that RunDLL32 is a program for running dynamic libraries does not provide an opportunity to understand why errors occur with it. The most common of these is "RunDLL.exe not found." It can happen for three reasons:
The application has been removed from the computer.
The program was corrupted by viruses.
The program file has been moved to another directory.
Fortunately, all three of these issues can be fixed. How to do this, we will understand a little lower, and now it is worth paying attention to the preliminary preparations.
What should be done before fixing the error?
First you need to understand that RunDLL32 is a necessary component of any Windows operating system. And if an error happens to him, then you need to take this seriously, following each paragraph of this instruction.
So, it was said above about viruses - they often become the cause of all ills. The bad thing is that if they attacked your file, then the method of fixing the error, which will be demonstrated below, will not work, since viruses will replace the file anyway after replacing the file. Therefore, the virus itself must be eliminated. Everyone knows how to do this. Launch your antivirus and scan in depth every corner of your hard drive. If a problem is detected, delete the infected files immediately. They will be easier to recover after than trying to fix it at this stage.
Only after all viruses have been removed from the system, it will be possible to proceed with attempts to correct the error.
How to fix the error?
Well, now we’ll finally go directly to the method of how to fix the RunDLL32.exe file related problem. By the way, before starting it is worth saying that RunDLL32 in startup is normal. It should be there, and if you do not find it there, then bring it yourself. Perhaps that is why an error occurs.
So, the easiest way to get rid of the problem is to replace the file. But first, you need to find the right option, because the Web is full of intruders that spread viruses in this way. The best option would be to ask a friend to copy his RunDLL32.exe file and drop it to you. After that, you should move it along the path C: \ Windows \ System32.
If a friend is unable to help you, then try to find the file on the Internet, but to make sure that it is not infected, check it for viruses before moving it.