How to Fix SHELL32.DLL not Found Error

How to Fix SHELL32.DLL not Found Error

Q: I have to reinstall a program for my work, however, I always get a pop-up error "This application failed to start because SHELL32.DLL was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem." Some friends told me to download a new SHELL32.DLL files. Nothing happened. I don't know if I have done the right thing. Anyone can help me? Thank you so much!                                                                                                                                       Stella

A: Hi, in fact, Here offers you some advices of how to fix SHELL32.DLL missing errors.

Besides, [[keyword_name]] error can be caused by the installation of a program. If you uninstall the program which you have just installed, SHELL32.DLL problem will be resolved easily.

Do a complete clean for your PC (win7 or vista)

1. You must be the administrator of your Computer.

2. Click Start, type msconfig.exe in the searching box, and then press Enter to start the System Configuration utility.

Note: If you are prompted for an administrator password or for confirmation, you should type the password or provide confirmation.

3. On the General tab, click the Selective startup option, and then click to clear the Load startup items check box. (The Use Original Boot.ini check box is unavailable.)

4. On the Services tab, click to select the Hide all Microsoft services check box, and then click Disable all.

Note This step lets Microsoft services continue to run. These services include Networking, Plug and Play, Event Logging, Error Reporting, and other services. If you disable these services, you may permanently delete all restore points. Do not do this if you want to use the System Restore utility together with existing restore points.

5. Click OK, and then click Restart.

Reference: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929135/en-us

Resolve SHELL32.DLL Issues Manually!

Step One: Download SHELL32.DLL Files from SmartPCFixer.

Step Two: Extract the downloaded file to the program folder that the SHELL32.DLL file is corrupted. Restart your computer and see if the error is fixed

Step Three: If the SHELL32.DLL error still persists, I recommend you run a SFC. Most often, System File Checker is able to hunt for the corrupted SHELL32.DLL system files for you, and fix it easily.

Automatic SHELL32.DLL not Found Error Removal Guide:

Step 1 At first, you need to download SmartPCFixer from Official Website and Scan your whole computer.

Step 2 Click "System Fix", you can view the following pictures.

Step 3 Click "Dll Download" and type the missing SHELL32.DLL in the searching box.

Step 4 Click Download and Register SHELL32.DLL Files with SmartPCFixer.

Step 5 Restart Your Computer, Error Removed!

In a word, SHELL32.DLL removal software is the best solution that will help you speed up computer in the shortest time.Link: