In some cases, vorbisfile.dll errors could indicate a registry problem, a virus or malware issue, or even a hardware failure.
Vorbisfile.dll Errors
There are several ways vorbisfile.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common error messages you might see:
Vorbisfile.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because vorbisfile.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.Cannot find [PATH]\vorbisfile.dllThe file vorbisfile.dll is missing.Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: vorbisfile.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again.This program can’t start because vorbisfile.dll is missing from your computer
These errors typically appear while using or installing certain programs or video games, but they could also occur when Windows starts or shuts down. The context of the vorbisfile.dll error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem. Audacity, SpaceEngine, and The Last Remnant, and Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas are just a couple of programs known to use this file, so it’s possible for vorbisfile.dll errors to show up in the context of those applications and games.
How to Fix Vorbisfile.dll Errors
Follow these steps in the order they’re given below to try the more likely fixes first.
Need More Help?
If you’re not interested in fixing this problem yourself, see our article 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 this, but you’ve already emptied the Recycle Bin, you may be able to recover the file with a free file recovery program. Once the sound settings are open, choose your speakers from the Playback tab, and then go to Properties > Advanced to find the menu for changing the sound format. If the hardware fails any of your tests, replace the memory or replace the hard drive as soon as possible.
