5 ways to Fix “The specified module could not be found”

In this article, We will know how to fix “The specified module could not be found” on Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8.

The specified module could not be found is one of the program starting start-up related to Dynamic link library (DLL) missing file issue. if you are getting errors such as “there was a problem starting Start-up check library .dll error” that indicates that your DLL file has been corrupted.

What is DLL File on Windows?

Dynamic-link library is a collection of many more programs that can be loaded when needed by larger programs and used at the same times.DLL is a library that contains code and data that can be used more than at the same time.

From the DLL file you can implement three types of programs such as-

• ActiveX Control Files.
• Control Panel files.
• Device drivers Files.

What is root cause of “The specified module could not be found” error?

The root cause of “The specified module could not be found” can followings-

• DLL file missing or corrupted.
• Malware Infections.
• Windows Files corrupted.
• Pending Windows update.
• Outdated Drivers etc.

If you are getting such as error there was a problem starting program DLL missing issue then can follow below steps-

How to Fix “The specified module could not be found” on Windows?

We have already discussed some root causes of error then try to solve the issue from five points of view-

1. Install or Repair Microsoft DirectX

To install Microsoft DirectX follow these steps-

1. Navigate to Browser and type Microsoft DirectX Download.
2. Double Click on Download file.
3. Accept agreement to continue and click on Next.

4. if you want to install Bing bar then select and click on Next.

5. Click on Next on Components screen.

6. It will automatically download and Install.

7. Click on Finish and restart your computer.

If still you have same issue then follow method-II.

2. Download and Replace DLL files

You can see on missing DLL files on error. Download that error files and Replace the files.

for Download and Replace DLL files follow these easy steps-

1. Navigate to Google and search DLL name that wants to download.
2. Click Here to direct visit on DLL files.
3. Select your OS architecture 32 bit or 64 bit.

4. Extract zip files and copy DLL files.

5. Paste .DLL files on following locations and Replace.

C:\Windows\System32

6. Restart Your Computer and Check.

If Stall have same problem persisted then Follow Method-III.

3. Run SFC utility for Repair Corrupted Files

SFC Scan file Checker) the utility is one of the best utility for repaired Corrupted file and Windows Missing file such as .DLL missing file. SFC file checker was first introduced on Windows 98 Operating System for prevented malicious attack, Corruptions, or repaired the such as .DLL missing file.

We use the SFC file for prevented from external attach, System File Repaired, and file corrupted.

How to Run SFC Command?

For run SFC command follow following steps-

1. Navigate to Start Menu, and type CMD.
2. Right, Click on CMD and Run As Administrator.
3. Type sfc /scannow (For repair Windows File, Corrected File).
4. if you want to only View then type – sfc /verifyonly for no repair.

If issue “The specified module could not be found” is still coming then follow method-IV.

4. Update Windows Latest Update

For same you need to follow following steps-

1. Click on the Start button and select Settings.
2. Click on Update and Security (Windows Settings).
3. Click on Check for Updates(Windows Update).
4. If any update then Install Update between updates It will restart your computer. If you are using third party software then also update them.

5. Scan your full Computer

You have already discussed that Malware attacks may be the reason for DLL files missing. If you are using windows 10 then can fully scan your computer from Microsoft Windows Defender or third-party Malware removal tools or antivirus.

FAQ: “The specified module could not be found” DLL missing

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