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

themeservice.dll file Windows Shell Theme Service Dll. 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 themeservice.dll related errors on your device. You can also download themeservice.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7

File info

General information
Filename themeservice.dll
File extension DLL
Description Windows Shell Theme Service Dll
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.)
themeservice.dll

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

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

themeservice.dll

Error

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

OK

Problems related to themeservice.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 themeservice.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.

themeservice.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with themeservice.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.

Windows Update

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

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 themeservice.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

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 themeservice.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the themeservice.dll file with properly working version. To use the tool:

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

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

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

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

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the themeservice.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 themeservice.dll file

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of themeservice.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\System32\

If the steps did not solve your themeservice.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 themeservice.dll
System Windows 10
File size 53760 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 efb51ea742473669df4c67c1ac442147
SHA1 f9d90e4c72c50b67520d9af1463e487a7b6499da
SHA256 e3156f435bdd6ecf49214c6100088357d34617bf3c300035e4973ee6854aa66d
CRC32 2eb8af24
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename themeservice.dll
System Windows 8.1
File size 41984 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 6ea6e222aeb14f210de61d39f52341da
SHA1 cfdc42df41ebd6d25dc38ba3c14495412169cab8
SHA256 0d1d03e2c7e8c5bd52b0f1c2e4a6a7e9b61954f7c560744b866ca6e000df7e3f
CRC32 2d11e5a5
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename themeservice.dll
System Windows 8
File size 33280 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 14378287dc6d4cf1e3279aa9ebd70665
SHA1 84a8d7efa6f9b9056d701c4855e4631e14d95166
SHA256 50ad9d328802097df85d10486521aeda980cda37fcd47da4c77acf607a4f633b
CRC32 4ee0f2e6
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Filename themeservice.dll
System Windows 7
File size 44544 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 f0344071948d1a1fa732231785a0664c
SHA1 af0e3bcf1f56b5a89cdb2b1dca66a0140564c041
SHA256 db9886c2c858faf45aea15f8e42860343f73eb8685c53ec2e8ccc10586cb0832
CRC32 b37d07c1
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\