Error kernel32.dll - what should I do?

Computer users often face various failures and errors. One of the most common errors is kernel32.dll.

What is this file?

Kernel32.dll is a kind of library file associated with system utilities of the operating system. It was developed by the programmers of Microsoft for their system. In general, the library DLL files, which include the instance under consideration, are small programs that are similar to executable files. They allow a large number of programs to use the same functions, for example, input and output, printing. Any program that can print a document to the printer uses a similar file responsible for printing control. When you click on the Print button, the program calls the library file, which is loaded into the main memory.

Causes of errors

Library files are common. They exist outside of any programs. Despite the fact that such a division gives software developers a large number of advantages, opportunities are also opened for the appearance of problems. The kernel32.dll error is displayed when the operating system can not load the file.

Cases in which an error occurs

When you run kernel32.dll, error messages are displayed in the following situations:

• Turn on the computer.
• Run any program.
• Attempt to use special functions.

Types of error messages

There are some common messages about crashes that pop up on a computer with a Windows operating system. So, the system writes the error kernel32.dll in the following forms:

• No kernel32.dll was found.
• Violation of access rights.
• The kernel32.dll file is missing.
• Unsuccessful registration of kernel32.dll.

Similar error messages may pop up in thethe moment when the program is installed, while the programs associated with the kernel32.dll file are running, when the operating system starts and ends. Very important information in order to eliminate the problem is to track the moment at which the error appears.

The most common error is kernel32.dll is due to the fact that this file is missing or damaged. Due to the fact that the library is external, a number of opportunities open leading to various undesirable consequences.

If there was an unscheduled terminationcomputer operation or malware infection, the file may be damaged, which will result in a kernel32.dll error appearing.

In some situations, the error may be due toproblems that have arisen in the operating system registry. Non-working links to library files will prevent registration of kernel32.dll, which will lead to a crash. Such non-working keys in the registry can appear due to the fact that there is no library file, or it was moved. This can also be affected by the presence of an inoperative link after the program has been unsuccessfully installed or deleted.

The most common causes of error:

• Damaged or erroneous entries in the operating system registry.
• Viruses that damaged the file.
• Hardware failure (corrupted hard drive, which resulted in corrupted kernel32.dll file).
• Any utility has made changes to the version of the file.
• Some program has been deleted file.

Troubleshooting kernel32.dll

Error - how to fix it? First of all, it should not be said that it is not recommended to download a file from suspicious sites, since they distribute library files that are not approved by the developers themselves. Often they contain a malicious part. If there is a need for a copy of the kernel32.dll file, it's best to get it from Microsoft.

So, there was a problem. What to do? The kernel32.dll error is corrected using the following steps:

1) You need to register the file manually or using the registration server.

When installing a program that uses thisfile, it must automatically register it. But sometimes it happens that this does not happen, and an error occurs, indicating that the file is not registered. But at any time, you can use a utility called the Registration Server. It will help you register the file again.

2) You can fix erroneous entries in the registry.

Since sometimes errors occur due to problems in thethere is a sense to correct them. The kernel32.dll file can be used by several programs. But when they are deleted, erroneous records remain. The operating system, when trying to find this file, comes across a broken link, and an error appears.

Warning

If the user is not an expert, thenIt is better not to make manual editing of the registry entries, because erroneous actions can lead to a complete inoperability of the computer. After all, even one point that is set incorrectly will prevent the operating system from loading. It is worth turning to a person who is savvy in this matter, and can correctly perform all the actions that correct the error.