Libcef.dll is Missing, So Unable to Run a Program? Try These Solutions

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Libcef.dll

Many error codes prevent you from doing work on the computer. One of them is the libcef.dll is missing error message.

This error message occurs when a Windows user tries to run an application. Different reasons can cause libcef.dll and create a problem for you.

This Window error code can even appear in a loop and affects your work. 

Libcef.dll is Missing

Therefore, to solve this problem, we have added two simple and quick solutions in this post. Read further to know the solution to fix this error.

What is libcef.dll?

Libcef.dll is a file known as Chromium Embedded Framework Dynamic Link Library. Some applications require this file in order to work properly.

In case libcef.dll is missing, you may encounter various errors while trying to run that application. We have mentioned some of the common errors that you can face when you try to run the applications. 

Below are some of the common libcef.dll messages that you may face. 

  • The program is unable to start because libcef.dll is missing from your computer system. Reinstall the program again to fix this problem.
  • Error loading libcef.dll. The system could not find the specified module. 
  • dll is either contains an error, or it does not design to run on Windows. Reinstall the program again with the help of the original installation media. You can also take help from a software vendor or contact a system administrator.
  • The system is facing a problem to start libcef.dll. The system is unable to find the specified module
  • The code execution is unable to process further because libcef.dll is missing. Reinstall the program to fix the problem. 

The above messages are indicating that libcef.dll is missing from the computer system. It is also possible that the file path is not on the targeted location, or your antivirus software has isolated this file. To solve this problem, you can follow the below two solutions.


Solution 1: Replace and Register libcef.dll 

In many cases, you cannot run a certain application because the libcef.dll file gets corrupted. To fix this issue, you need to first replace libcef.dll and register it again manually.

Before doing this, you must check the system type of your computer. The system type (which might be either 32-bit or 64-bit) is different in a computer.

First, press the Windows and I keys together on a keyboard to open the ‘Settings‘ of the Windows and go to the ‘System‘ category. On the left side of the pane, you can find ‘About‘; click on it. Then check for the ‘System type‘ on the right side of the pane.

check for the 'System type'

There you will find the system type of your computer. If your system type is 64-bit, follow the below steps to replace and register the libcef.dll error. 

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For 64-bit System

1: Press the ‘Windows‘ and ‘E‘ keys together to open File Explorer.

2: Locate the path C:\Windows\SysWOW64. If you cannot find the libcef.dll fileyou can copy this file from another computer system with the same version and system type.

C:\Windows\SysWOW64

3: Ensure the location of the file. Press ‘Window‘ and ‘R‘ keys together to entreat the ‘Run‘ window. Input cmd in the search box and then press Shift, Ctrl, and Enter keys together to run ‘Command Prompt‘ as administrator.

4: In the Command Prompt, type the following command and hit ‘Enter.’

  • cd C:\Windows\SysWOW64

5: Now, to register the libcef.dll file in your system, type regsvr32 libcef.dll.

Replace and Register libcef.dll 

After following all the above steps and successfully registering the file, restart your computer system and check whether the libcef.dll is missing message persists.

For 32-bit System

The process to replace and register the libcef.dll file in 32-bit is different from the 64-bit system type. The location and command for this file are different in both system type. Read on to know the process of fixing libcef.dll is missing message in 32-bit. 

1: Open the ‘File Explorer‘ window and go to C:\Windows\System32. Now, download or copy the libcef.dll file to the System32 folder.

2: After this, ‘Run‘ the ‘Command Prompt‘ as administrator and type in the following command, and hit ‘Enter.’

  • cd C:\Windows\System32
  • regsvr32 libcef.dll

After successfully running the program and registering the libcef.dll file, restart your computer system. Open the problematic application again and check whether the system running the program with libcef.dll is missing the error code.

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Solution 2: Remove the directory from the antivirus software

Many Windows users install antivirus software to protect their computer system from unwanted malware and virus attacks. It does help in protecting your PC, but a few times, it detects a DDL file as an unwanted file and isolates that file. This prevents the file from responding to the system.

In case you are receiving libcef.dll is missing error code even after the first solution, then you must check it with antivirus software. Read on to understand to fix this problem with antivirus software.

Try adding one of the below directories to the exclusion list of the antivirus software. We have mentioned three directories according to the system type of your computer. 

If you use a 64-bit system, add the following directory to the exclusion list. 

  • C:\Windows\SysWOW64

If you use a 32-bit system, add the following directory to the exclusion list.

  • C:\Windows\System32

If the troublesome application is Steam, add the following directory to the exclusion list.

  • C:\Program Files\Steam\bin

Adding these directories to the exclusion list of antivirus software allows the file to respond to the system call, and if libcef.dll is missing error code will not appear while running any application. 


Solution 3: Update drivers to restore the libcef.dll file

Driver updates the software and applications for Windows operating system along with network adapters, printers, monitors, etc. Plus, you can independently download and install from the Windows Update Center or use specialized utilities. 

So, you have two options either you can use a driver’s device, and it automatically updates drives, or you can manually update drives with the help of the driver’s device.

Option 1: You can use the Outbyte Driver updater, which automatically updates drivers on Windows. 

1: Download Outbyte Driver Updater.

2: Install the application.

3: Now, launch the app. 

4: This updating software will automatically scan and update the outdated or missing drivers.

5: Click on the update option to automatically update the drivers. 

Update drivers to restore the libcef.dll file

Option 2: Manually update drivers

1: Go to the ‘Start‘ menu and type ‘Device Manager‘ in the search box. Click on the first match in the menu. 

2: Look for the category that gives you the name of the devices. Right-click on the updated device.

3: Click on the ‘search automatically’ option for the updated driver software.

4: Search for the ‘Update Driver‘ and click on it.

Manually update drivers

5: Windows might not navigate the new driver. In such a case, you can find the driver on the manufacturer’s website, where you will find all the necessary instructions. 


Solution 4: Try System Restore to fix libcef.dll is missing error

System Restore is a very useful method if you are trying to fix any error. Therefore, to fix the libcef.dll that is missing, you can try this solution and restore Windows to the date the libcef.dll file was not corrupted.

However, restoring Windows to an earlier date will remove all the new changes in the system.

Follow the below steps to restore the Windows to the earlier date and fix the libcef.dll is missing error quickly.

1: Press the ‘Window‘ and ‘R‘ keys together on the keyboard to open the ‘Run‘ dialog box.

2: Input rstrui in the dialog box, then click on the ‘OK‘ button and press ‘Enter.’

Try System Restore to fix libcef.dll is missing error

3: Search for the ‘Choose the different restore point‘ in the ‘System Restore‘ window and click on it. After that, click on the ‘Show more restores‘ to see the complete list of dates. 

4: Now, choose the date that you want to restore Windows. Remember to choose the date of recovery when the libcef.dll file was not corrupted.

5: Click on the ‘Next‘ button and then click on ‘Finish‘ to continue the process.

After following all the steps, your computer will reboot itself and restore the data and files to the date that you choose. This will resolve the libcef.dll is missing error. 


FAQs

  1. What is libcef.dll?
    • Libcef.dll is a file associated with the Chromium Embedded Framework (CEF) and is used by applications that embed the Chromium web browser engine.
  2. Why am I getting a libcef.dll missing error?
    • The libcef.dll missing error can occur due to various reasons, such as a corrupted or deleted file, outdated or incompatible application, malware infection, or graphics driver issues.
  3. How can I fix the libcef.dll missing error?
    • You can try reinstalling the affected application, updating graphics drivers, performing a system file check, running a malware scan, or restoring the file from the Recycle Bin to fix the libcef.dll missing error.
  4. Can I download libcef.dll from the internet?
    • It is not recommended to download libcef.dll from random websites. Instead, you should reinstall the affected application or obtain the file from official and trusted sources.
  5. How can I prevent the libcef.dll missing error in the future?
    • To prevent the libcef.dll missing error, make sure to keep your system and applications updated, regularly scan for malware, and avoid deleting or modifying important system files.

Conclusion

In this post, we have mentioned four easy and quick solutions to fix libcef.dll’s missing error. You can try every solution one by one to solve this problem. If you have solutions other than those mentioned in this post, you can comment below and let us know.  

Jack
Jack

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