Download and Fix printcom.dll

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing printcom.dll files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent printcom.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

printcom.dll file Dynamic Link Library. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of printcom.dll related errors on your device. You can also download printcom.dll file compatible with Windows Vista, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows Vista, Windows Vista

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Fix printcom.dll errors

1 Information about printcom.dll file
2 Errors related to printcom.dll file
3 How to fix printcom.dll related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download printcom.dll

4.1 List of printcom.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	printcom.dll
File extension	DLL
Type	Dynamic Link Library
Description	Dynamic Link Library

Software
Program	Windows Vista
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	Vista

Details
File size	37888
Oldest file	2008-01-21
Latest file	2008-01-21

Most common printcom.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to printcom.dll file. printcom.dll file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to printcom.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

printcom.dll is corrupted
printcom.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - printcom.dll
printcom.dll file error
printcom.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register printcom.dll file:
printcom.dll file could not be loaded
printcom.dll file doesn't exist

printcom.dll

Application could not be started because printcom.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to printcom.dll can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing printcom.dll file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix printcom.dll errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

printcom.dll file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with printcom.dll file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to printcom.dll file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of printcom.dll or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to printcom.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the printcom.dll file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the printcom.dll file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the printcom.dll file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace printcom.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace printcom.dll file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded printcom.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of printcom.dll file example directory paths.

Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\

If the steps did not solve your printcom.dll file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename printcom.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 44544 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	19cb8d7776d3656006496c4d890f5312
	SHA1	28edb91243f0d8f98226088e2af5ba42984cc134
	SHA256	5751ed6291b9cab382a2d8e685681733babbb18df97f30272cf6e721358b3551
	CRC32	0a5e4c0f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename printcom.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 37888 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	e340845c8e96d107c36420065d7a5733
	SHA1	78197e9380dcc36a0894a721f10c9bce32a0383b
	SHA256	e03515efce51a6a4a3520b2988fc7af9900f82935f64edeeb2c281d9ffd7dfec
	CRC32	dd8912c5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\