Wshext.dll download

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Description:
Microsoft ® Shell Extension for Windows Script Host
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Since you decided to visit this page, chances are you’re either looking for wshext.dll file, or a way to fix the “wshext.dll is missing” error. Look through the information below, which explains how to resolve your issue. On this page, you can download the wshext.dll file as well.

What is Wshext.dll?

Wshext.dll a DLL (Dynamic Link Library) file, developed by Microsoft, which is referred to essential system files of the Windows OS. It usually contains a set of procedures and driver functions, which may be applied by Windows.

What is Wshext.dll used for?

Wshext.dll file, also known as Microsoft ® Shell Extension for Windows Script Host, is commonly associated with Microsoft ® Windows Script Host. It is an essential component, which ensures that Windows programs operate properly. Thus, if the wshext.dll file is missing, it may negatively affect the work of the associated software.

What is Wshext.dll is missing error mean?

There are multiple reasons that may cause wshext.dll errors. These include Windows registry issues, malicious software, faulty applications, etc.

Error messages related to the wshext.dll file can also indicate that the file has been incorrectly installed, corrupted or removed.

Other common wshext.dll errors include:

  • “wshext.dll is missing”
  • “wshext.dll error loading”
  • “wshext.dll crash”
  • “wshext.dll was not found”
  • “wshext.dll could not be located”
  • “wshext.dll Access Violation”
  • “The procedure entry point wshext.dll error”
  • “Cannot find wshext.dll”
  • “Cannot register wshext.dll”
wshext.dll - System Error The program can`t start because wshext.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix problem.

How to fix Wshext.dll missing error?

If the “wshext.dll is missing” error occurs, you may use one of the methods below – manual or automatic – to solve the problem. The manual method assumes that you download the wshext.dll file and put it inside the game/application installation folder, while the second method is much easier as it allows you to automatically fix the error with minimum effort.

Method 1: Download Wshext.dll

Search through available versions of wshext.dll from the list below, select the correct file and press the “Download” link. If you cannot decide which version to choose, read the article below or use the automatic method to resolve the issue

Wshext.dll, 12 available versions

Bits & Version File size Checksums
64bit 5.812.10586.0 103.5 KB
MD5
MD5 b3f45fd271292c821b5676057680f340
SHA1
SHA1 76948997f0095100e8995a0b5da8724cc8c07030
32bit 5.812.10586.0 80.0 KB
MD5
MD5 f8262e358f4bacfd8bf7a68c73f01016
SHA1
SHA1 23891e67df0a2196c2da0099d8b355762a493930
32bit 5.8.9600.17415 79.0 KB
MD5
MD5 b5fe3cdb7e54d59324b4749b720e7e44
SHA1
SHA1 efb67c86280d83c42c726dd3eb046f097d74d93c
64bit 5.8.9600.17415 104.0 KB
MD5
MD5 1bb1502fa800360d65ee4fb88f91123c
SHA1
SHA1 022a3d1a8083cb7f493c9125bcb0783ed1dd2ded
64bit 5.8.9600.16384 100.0 KB
MD5
MD5 2b659dab8f020252ff862aa2692b33ca
SHA1
SHA1 99575990aeaed973f0a7aa87ee1a1dc378de41bf
32bit 5.8.9600.16384 74.0 KB
MD5
MD5 94a36282a27841aa3bf2e2c8aadc5db2
SHA1
SHA1 84e10fd99dcbd25c1a3cc1457270d99db6cfeb3f
32bit 5.8.9200.16384 72.0 KB
MD5
MD5 61eee9e88624866d612c013726d4f7ed
SHA1
SHA1 1dea3708fc94125c5d189918d272c70510d83571
32bit 5.8.7600.16385 79.0 KB
MD5
MD5 e8f6851e4600cd3674422487ee240941
SHA1
SHA1 3dc303ac4dbbfd5b5e169542cfcd9b0e25d8d71e
64bit 5.7.0.18068 99.5 KB
MD5
MD5 f618663fa8c6597986882874c617b737
SHA1
SHA1 5d58543d88854fa2928a2caca414ab03be9e6c74
32bit 5.7.0.18068 88.0 KB
MD5
MD5 f825b8cec8523c7542c2e397d31db292
SHA1
SHA1 ee4dbf8eddedcac34012fe100d16a02be2e2b308
32bit 5.7.0.16599 88.0 KB
MD5
MD5 cfbe03952a8a2a4f8b9de7bbdecc2a82
SHA1
SHA1 c9df4379f09a0aa43d393446132fe009d9d41c45
32bit 5.6.0.8820 64.0 KB
MD5
MD5 d02fd3c15fc8fa2af88b0bbd47864c2a
SHA1
SHA1 aecae669dd5a1394d4b3a7aace4fdad36faadaf6

How to choose the correct version of Wshext.dll?

First, look through descriptions in the table above and select the proper file for your program. Pay attention to whether it’s a 64-, or 32-bit file, as well as the language it uses. For 64-bit programs, use 64-bit files if they are listed above.

It’s best to choose those dll files which language corresponds to the language of your program, if possible. We also recommend downloading the latest versions of dll files for an up-to-date functionality.

Where to place the Wshext.dll file?

To repair the “wshext.dll is missing” error, put the file inside the application/game installation folder. Alternatively, you can place the wshext.dll file within the Windows system directory.

How to register Wshext.dll?

If putting the missing wshext.dll file into the proper directory doesn’t solve the problem, you’ll have to register it. To do so, copy your DLL file to the C:\Windows\System32 folder, and open a command prompt with admin rights. There, type “regsvr32 wshext.dll” and press Enter.

Method 2: Fix the missing Wshext.dll error automatically

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  • Step 1: Click the “Download App. ” button to get an automatic tool, provided by WikiDll.
  • Step 2: Install the utility by following simple installation instructions.
  • Step 3: Launch the program to fix your wshext.dll errors and other issues.
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Method 3: Update drivers to restore missing .dll files

Driver updates for the Windows operating system, as well as for network adapters, monitors, printers, etc., can be independently downloaded and installed from the Windows Update Center or by using specialized utilities.

OPTION 1 - Automatic Device Drivers Update

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  • Step 1: Download the Outbyte Driver Updater
  • Step 2: Install the application
  • Step 3: Launch the app
  • Step 4: Driver Updater will scan your system for outdated and missing drivers
  • Step 5: Click Update to automatically update all drivers

OPTION 2 - Manually Update Device Drivers

  • Step 1: Go to Taskbar' search box - write Device Manager - choose Device Manager
  • Step 2: Select a category to look at the devices' names - make right-click the one that needs to be updated
  • Step 3: Choose Search automatically for updated driver software
  • Step 4: Look at Update Driver, and select it
  • Step 5: Windows might not be able to find the new driver. In this case, the user can see the driver on the manufacturer's website, where all the necessary instructions are available

Method 4: Scan your PC for malware to fix wshext.dll error

Sometimes wshext.dll error can happen because of malware on your computer. The malicious software can intentionally corrupt DLL files in order to substitute them with its own malicious files. Therefore, your number one priority should be to scan your computer for malware and eliminate it as soon as possible.

OPTION 1 - Windows Defender

The new version of Windows 10 has a built-in application called "Windows Defender", which allows you to check your computer for viruses and remove malware, which is difficult to remove in a running operating system. In order to use the Windows Defender Offline scan, go to the settings (Start - Gear icon or Win + I key), select "Update and Security" and go to the "Windows Defender" section.
How to use Windows Defender Offline Scan
  • Step 1: Press Win key or click on Start and click on Gear icon. Alternatively press Win + I key combination.
  • Step 2: Select Update and Security option and go to Windows Defender section.
  • Step 3: At the bottom of the defender settings there is the checkbox " Windows Defender Offline scan". To start it, click "Scan Now". Note that you have to save all unsaved data before rebooting your PC.

After clicking “Scan Now” burton, the computer will reboot and automatically start searching viruses and malware. Upon completion of the scan, the computer will restart, and in the notifications, you will see a report on the completed scan.

OPTION 2 - Outbyte Antivirus

Outbyte products are one of the most popular and effective to fight malware and unwanted programs, and they will come in handy even when you have a high-quality third-party antivirus installed. Scanning in the new version of Malwarebytes can be performed in real time and manually. To initiate manual scan please follow the steps below:
  • Step 1: Launch the Outbyte program and click Scan Now button. Also, you can select Scan option on the left side of the program’s window and click Full Scan. The system will begin scanning and you will be able to see the scan results.
  • Step 2: Select items that you want to quarantine and press “Quarantine Selected” button. When quarantined, you may be prompted to reboot the computer.
  • Step 3: After the program has been restarted, you can delete all quarantined objects by going to the appropriate section of the program or restore some of them if it turned out that after quarantining something from your software began to work incorrectly.

Method 5: Fix Wshext.dll missing error with System File Checker (SFC)

Many users are familiar with the sfc / scannow system file integrity check command, which automatically checks and fixes protected Windows system files. To execute this command, you have to run command prompt as administrator.
  • Step 1: Start the command line as an administrator in Windows by pressing Win key on your keyboard and typing "Command Prompt" in the search field, then - right-click on the result and select Run as administrator. Alternatively, you can press Win + X key combination which will open the menu where you can select Command Prompt (Admin).
  • Step 2: Type sfc / scannow while in Command Prompt and hit Enter.

After entering the command, a system check will begin. It will take a while, so please be patient. Once operation is complete you will get the message “Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files and successfully repaired them.” or “Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them”.

Keep in mind that System File Checker (SFC) cannot fix integrity errors for those system files that are currently being used by operating system. To fix these files you have to run SFC command through the command prompt in the Windows recovery environment. You can get into Windows Recovery Environment from the login screen, by clicking Shutdown, then holding down the Shift key while selecting Restart.

In Windows 10, you can press Win key, select Settings > Update & security > Recovery and under Advanced Startup, click Restart now. You can also boot from the installation disk or bootable USB flash drive with the Windows 10 distribution. On the installation screen select your preferred language and then select “System Restore”. After that, go to “Troubleshooting” > “Advanced Settings” > “Command Prompt”. Once in Command Prompt type the following command: sfc /scannow /offbootdir=C:\ /offwindir=C:\Windows where C is the partition with the installed operating system, and C: \ Windows is the path to the Windows 10 folder.

This operation will take a while and it is important to wait until it is complete. When finished, close the command prompt and restart the computer as usual.

Method 6: Fix corrupted Wshext.dll file by performing System Restore

System Restore is very useful when you want to fix wshext.dll error. Using the "System Restore" function, you can choose restore Windows to the date when the wshext.dll file was not damaged. Thus, restoring Windows to an earlier date cancels changes made to system files. Please follow the steps below to roll back Windows using System Restore and get rid of wshext.dll error.
  • Step 1: Press the Win + R keys combination to launch Run dialog.
  • Step 2: Type rstrui in the Run text box and click OK or hit Enter. It will open the system recovery utility.
  • Step 3: The “System Restore” window may include the “Choose a different restore point” option. If so, select this option and click Next. Check the “Show more restore points” checkbox to see a complete list of dates.
  • Step 4: Select a date to restore Windows 10. Keep in mind that you need to select a recovery point that will restore Windows to the date when the wshext.dll error message did not appear.
  • Step 5: Click the "Next" button and then click "Finish" to confirm your restore point.

At this point, your computer will reboot normally and boot up with restored version of Windows, and wshext.dll error should be resolved.

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