Fix shell32.dll Error - Explorer crash

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Most DLL errors are caused by missing Visual C++ runtime files.

### Downloads

- Visual C++ 2015-2022 x64 - Visual C++ 2015-2022 x86

### Steps

Step 1: Download both x64 and x86 versions

Step 2: Run the x64 installer first

Step 3: Run the x86 installer

Step 4: Restart your computer

Step 5: Try the application again

For games and multimedia applications, DirectX is often required.

### Download

DirectX End-User Runtime

### Steps

Step 1: Download the DirectX installer

Step 2: Run the installer as Administrator

Step 3: Follow the installation wizard

Step 4: Restart your computer

Use Windows built-in tools to repair corrupted system files.

### Run System File Checker

Open Command Prompt as Administrator:

``batch sfc /scannow `

Wait for the scan to complete.

### Run DISM Repair

If SFC found issues:

`batch DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth ``

Restart your computer after both commands complete.

A clean reinstall often resolves DLL issues:

Step 1: Open Settings �?Apps �?Installed apps

Step 2: Find and uninstall the affected application

Step 3: Restart your computer

Step 4: Download a fresh installer from the official website

Step 5: Install the application

### Preventing Future Issues

1. Keep Windows Updated: Regular updates patch known issues 2. Use Official Sources: Only download software from trusted websites 3. Maintain Runtime Libraries: Keep Visual C++ and DirectX current 4. Create System Restore Points: Before installing new software 5. Run Regular Maintenance: Use built-in Windows tools monthly

### Advanced Troubleshooting

If basic solutions don't work:

``batch :: Run these commands in Administrator Command Prompt DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /CheckHealth DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /ScanHealth DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth sfc /scannow ``

These commands repair Windows system image and scan for corrupted files.