In some cases, mscorwks.dll errors could indicate a registry problem, a virus or malware issue, or even a hardware failure.

Mscorwks.dll Errors

There are several different ways that mscorwks.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common ways that you might see mscorwks.dll errors:

Mscorwks.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because mscorwks.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.Cannot find [PATH]\mscorwks.dllThe file mscorwks.dll is missing.Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: mscorwks.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again.

The context of the mscorwks.dll error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem.  Mscorwks.dll error messages might appear while using or installing certain programs, when Windows starts or shuts down, or maybe even during a Windows installation.

How to Fix Mscorwks.dll Errors

Need More Help?

If you’re not interested in fixing this problem yourself, see How Do I Get My Computer Fixed? for a full list of your support options, plus help with everything along the way like figuring out repair costs, getting your files off, choosing a repair service, and a whole lot more. If you suspect that you’ve accidentally deleted mscorwks.dll but you’ve already emptied the Recycle Bin, you may be able to recover mscorwks.dll with a free file recovery program. If the hardware fails any of your tests, replace the memory or replace the hard drive as soon as possible. We rarely recommend the use of registry cleaners. We’ve included the option here as a “last resort” attempt before the destructive step coming up next.