How to Fix Mscorlib.dll Related Errors

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Repair or reinstall your app for a successful launch

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Published onOctober 21, 2024

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Launching programs on your PC shouldn’t be a hassle but if you keep getting themscorlib.dllerror or any of its variations, something could be preventing them from launching properly.

Oftentimes, when anapp fails to launch, it is because it wasn’t installed properly or has been infected by malware. Mscorlib.dll is part of the .NET Framework hence a core DLL file for running .NET applications. If you get a .NET Framework error message, chances are that the application is corrupt.

How do I fix errors related to mscorlib.dll?

1. Run the SFC and DISM scans

2. Use a third-party DLL fixer

Mscorlib.dll, is used by many apps on the .NET Framework including Visual Studio so if it is amissing DLL fileor damaged, the apps will not launch or work properly.

It is therefore recommended that you use the third-partyDLL fixertool to fix the problem if you’re looking for an automatic repair tool.

3. Address .NET Framework issues

3.1 Run the Microsoft .NET Framework Repair tool

3.1.1 Repair via Programs and Features

3.2 Reinstall the .NET Framework

For more tips on how to bypass.NET Framework corruption messages, check out our detailed article.

4. Run the critical services

5. Re-register the DLL file

6. Reinstall the app that won’t open

Make sure youget rid of all software leftoversbefore reinstalling the app to ensure it is not installed using the same corrupt installation files.

7. Perform clean boot

8. Perform a System Restore

Always ensure youcheck whether the specific app you’ve installed can run on your PCto avoid compatibility issues. Someapps launch but keep crashingso check ensure your system meet the minimum requirements for running it.

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How to Fix Mscorlib.dll Related Errors#

How do I fix errors related to mscorlib.dll?#

1. Run the SFC and DISM scans#

2. Use a third-party DLL fixer#

3. Address .NET Framework issues#

4. Run the critical services#

5. Re-register the DLL file#

6. Reinstall the app that won’t open#

7. Perform clean boot#

8. Perform a System Restore#