Mshtml.dll Errors
There are several different ways that mshtml.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common ways that you might see mshtml.dll errors:
Mshtml.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because mshtml.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.Cannot find [PATH]\mshtml.dllThe file mshtml.dll is missing.Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: mshtml.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again.
Mshtml.dll error messages might appear while using or installing certain programs or when the user is first logging into Windows. Since mshtml.dll is used by Internet Explorer, the DLL error may be shown when using that program. However, other scenarios where mshtml.dll is used may see the error, too, like in relation to ActiveX controls or Microsoft Visual Basic. The context of the mshtml.dll error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem.
How to Fix Mshtml.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 lot more. If you suspect that you’ve accidentally deleted this file, but you’ve already emptied the Recycle Bin, you might be able to recover it with a free file recovery program. Make sure all the program is removed. This includes any registry data. However, instead of manually deleting that information, which can be a tedious and dangerous task, we highly recommend using a software uninstaller that can clean up the program’s residual files. IObit Uninstaller is one example. This DLL file may or may not be related to video cards—this was just an example. The key here is to pay close attention to the context of the error and troubleshoot accordingly. If the hardware fails any of your tests, replace the memory or replace the hard drive as soon as possible.
