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DLL File Extension

DLL file extension is created by Microsoft, also known as Dynamic Link Library. DLL has been classified as Common File Types. This File type categories under Zip, Text, Binary and XML, however, the format of this file format has not been determined yet. You can open DLL files in DLL-Files DLL-Files.com Client program.



Dynamic Link Library File Type

Dynamic Link Library File Type
Extension .dll
Developer Microsoft
Popularity 5.0 (10102 Votes)
Mime Type mime-type/not.available
Default Program DLL-Files DLL-Files.com Client
Category Common File Types
Format Binary
Updated 11/1/2024

What is a DLL File Type?

Many DLL files are provided with the Windows operating system, while others are included with the Windows programs. They allow various program functions such as communication with external devices and reading and writing files. In some cases, the DLLs are referenced by-form-s'platform applications; running on macOS.

Removing or modifying the contents of a DLL file can cause errors in the program that refers to the file. DLL files should not generally be opened or edited for this reason. If, however, an application tries to access a DLL file that has been corrupted or is missing, this program will no longer work. If this happens you may need to reinstall the program or download and install a new version of the DLL.

What is a Default DLL File Name?

A Microsoft Foundation Class library (MFC) required by some Windows programs to run. It is included with Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 and is most often found in the C:\ Windows\ System32\ directory. If you try to open a program and Windows reports missing mfc42u.dll, it is likely that your Windows installation has been damaged. You can use a restore point or your repair disk of the factory d&apos system to fix the problem. Other related files include mfc42u.dll, mfc40.dll, and mfc40u.dll.

MFC library required by some Windows programs created with Visual C + + 2005. If this file is missing you can install Microsoft Visual C + + + 2005 Redistributable Package for l' install. Programs that use this device usually install it because it is not included in Windows by default. Other DLLs installed include msvcr80.dll, msvcm80.dll, msvcp80.dll, mfc80.dll, mfcmifc80.dll and mfcm80.dll.

MFC library required by some Windows programs created with Visual C + + 2008. If this file is missing you can install Microsoft Visual C + + + 2008 Redistributable Package for l' install. Programs that use this device usually install it because it is not included in Windows by default. Other DLLs installed include msvcr90.dll, msvcm90.dll, msvcp90.dll, mfc90.dll, mfcmifc90.dll and mfcm90.dll.

A MFC library required by some Windows programs created with Visual C + + 2010. If missing, you can install Microsoft Visual C + + + 2010 Redistributable Package for l' install. Programs that use this device usually install it because it is not included in Windows by default. The other DLL installed are msvcr100.dll, msvcm100.dll, msvcp100.dll, mfc100.dll, mfcmifc100.dll and mfcm100.dll.



Free online DLL Tools & Apps

We have also the free online .DLL (Dynamic Link Library) file extension apps that can allow to view, edit, convert from to DLL, merge, split and compare the DLL files without installing anything on your system. Please click on the links to explore the complete list of details for each required feature.



DLL Files Common Issues

There are few common issues with the Dynamic Link Library .DLL File Extensions while opening the .DLL files on Windows and MacOs, we have solution to those issues such as:

Can't Open DLL Files?

  1. You must have supported software programs installed for Dynamic Link Library on your system such as DLL-Files DLL-Files.com Client.
  2. Associate default Dll Files DLL-Files DLL-Files.com Client program for *.dll (Dynamic Link Library) files.

    Associate DLL Default Program on Windows
    1. Right-click a *.DLL (e.g example.dll) file and click Open With.
    2. In the Open with dialog box, click Dll Files DLL-Files DLL-Files.com Client program Or click Browse to locate the program (*.exe) that you want.
    3. Select check box for Always use this app to open .dll files.

Related DLL File Extensions

DLL default file extension is .DLL and other similer related extensions are:



All Platform Software Programs for DLL File Extension

List of all softwares that can open the DLL files on each platforms such as Windows, Mac, iOS, Linux, Web and Android, you may click the each software link for more details for other supported formats for each software and the verified direct download links for each software with complete lisensing details.

Microsoft Windows logo image Open DLL File on Windows

Software License Developer
DLL-Files DLL-Files.com Client image. DLL-Files DLL-Files.com Client 2 for Windows Commercial DLL-Files
Microsoft Visual FoxPro image. Microsoft Visual FoxPro 9 for Windows Commercial Microsoft
Microsoft Visual Studio image. Microsoft Visual Studio 2019 for Windows Commercial Microsoft
Microsoft Windows image. Microsoft Windows 10 for Windows Commercial Microsoft

MacOs logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen DLL File on Mac OS

Software License Developer

Linux logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen DLL file on Linux

Software License Developer

Website logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen DLL file on Web

Software License Developer

iOS logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen DLL file on iOS

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Android logo image - FileProInfo.comOpen DLL file on Android

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About Licensing

  1. Free Trial This software are often used for an attempt period, like 14 days, before requiring payment. Some trial versions have a reduced feature set.
  2. Free This software is liberal to use. Examples include open-source , freeware software, like free programs supported by advertising.
  3. Free+ This software is liberal to download and use, but contains in-app purchases (IAP) to unlock additional content or functionality.
  4. Paid This software must be purchased so as to use it. it's going to be offered as a perpetual license or ongoing subscription.
  5. Included with OS This software is bundled with an OS , like Windows, macOS, or Android.

DLL file extension icon image.About DLL - Dynamic Link Library

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Updated 11/1/2024


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