Fix qdv.dll Errors

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing qdv.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 qdv.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

qdv.dll file DirectShow Runtime.. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of qdv.dll related errors on your device. You can also download qdv.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

User popularity

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

4 Download qdv.dll

4.1 List of qdv.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	qdv.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	DirectShow Runtime.

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common qdv.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to qdv.dll file. qdv.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 qdv.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

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

qdv.dll

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

Problems related to qdv.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 qdv.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 qdv.dll errors in just few steps?

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

qdv.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 qdv.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 qdv.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 qdv.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 qdv.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the qdv.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 qdv.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 qdv.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 qdv.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace qdv.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 qdv.dll file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your qdv.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 qdv.dll

System Windows 10

File size 296448 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	fbe20aaf394a205f87ab2c958bdc5152
	SHA1	507afd191ae8288074905df89fc6fda21d1b50a2
	SHA256	dda5275687ec4f9f4b91af1e44666e93398d78182f7cd0b1aca42315c284d98a
	CRC32	56d1659e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename qdv.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 293376 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	9ffa09d4d7049073fc63eacacd72b462
	SHA1	0f3d118d203b03e97e11cd40b33a612e4cac77ad
	SHA256	32ec369223b58945683ddcae6783fa7fe97afc3ce45226c9805ad0edfd4cf89f
	CRC32	03d2493d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename qdv.dll

System Windows 8

File size 273920 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	5e1262a5428020e02824fed71a6eb760
	SHA1	b30cdee727b15ece260ef00fa5618f79ab0d6fa9
	SHA256	2da4f848e1ccc002b4fcbaa59fe774ebfb3318b4f4091a51cf969e807aca8564
	CRC32	77872dc0
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename qdv.dll

System Windows 7

File size 283136 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	92df43a9cdd39c67f2b2d2f98799e086
	SHA1	0e262070855af4bfb943204810f7eee53a45287c
	SHA256	4343ab96be8613e1871fa0500a6cb9bcb9ed225086b25f2f769163c91f60c4b3
	CRC32	c660510f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename qdv.dll

System Windows 7

File size 250880 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	e4a343322cf7f4463df18ddf04109bf3
	SHA1	7e31c38220b5ea5b582c06ac43af14e6583af877
	SHA256	6839fa1dd4739dd8237326b015a54071cf8873fbbe6fd091c47df12c58ab6cd7
	CRC32	cee08879
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename qdv.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 249344 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	723c05c89f2a82cee2a5f6c300b201d8
	SHA1	480c6ecb06fe5a8f1ff0bd92a358079b7b410602
	SHA256	3c17e08873eec9c286f907a80a5b8bfa4b65a079cee311efbc5eecc1a2fe5ce2
	CRC32	193e8bf6
	Example file location	---

Filename qdv.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 281600 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c91488873f6e9be2e75ff66b8a12ac2e
	SHA1	a9f2104c8b895890c9f6f655e23cdacd3e99536e
	SHA256	d2c9d01c1a3175c9d09bae5e402c781e32f20c41194566db0a49532d0700dba2
	CRC32	584fa477
	Example file location	---

Filename qdv.dll

System Windows XP

File size 279040 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	652efa19ca7ef9abd4fd68e89a6906c7
	SHA1	365ee6d4075fa40928da317ed08c647c0c231449
	SHA256	4e37ce4ee30f9f84c8cdacc6cb8409679acc616c0b74ea9b8766857ccb652bb5
	CRC32	eef01b75
	Example file location	---