Description
Creation date: 19.04.2014 23:38:22
File version: 10.0.22621.3233
Antivirus scan: ✅ OK
Category: System
File size: 32.1 kb.
Architecture: 64-bit (x64)
✅ This file is compatible with 64-bit Windows and ❌ will not work on a 32-bit operating system.
How to determine your system architecture: Press keys Win+R , enter symbols wmic os get osarchitecture , press Enter.
Digital file signature api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll
Publisher: Microsoft Corporation
Issuer: Microsoft Code Signing PCA 2010
Encryption algorithm: SHA256
Time stamp: Feb 22 04:37:28 2024 GMT
Signature status: valid
api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll is a system file that belongs to the Windows operating system. DLL stands for Dynamic Link Library, which means it contains code and data that can be used by multiple programs simultaneously.
SHA-1: efb6140ef2580c12a982cad6ff1a2529a6969480
SHA-256: 8b22997f472ea7433b2df3b395827fdb45b8297a8f8a7dea0e91b9ee08043035
Where it is used
This DLL file is part of the core components of Windows and is likely used by several system-level applications and services. It is involved in various functionalities, including file operations such as creating and managing files.
Errors related to api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll
Common errors associated with this file include:
- "api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll not found"
- "missing api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll"
- "error loading api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll"
File security
The file is safe and does not pose a threat as it is part of the Windows operating system. It has been signed with Microsoft's code signing certificate, indicating that it comes from a trusted source.
FAQ
How to fix api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll missing error?
Download the correct file and copy it to the required program folder.
Is api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll safe?
The original api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll file was scanned by the antivirus, result: "OK".
Can I delete api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll ?
You can move the file to a temporary folder and try to replace.
To fix the following errors:
api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll was not found
The code execution cannot proceed because api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll was not found
Failed to load api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll
The procedure entry point ... could not be located in api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll
1. Download links:
2b. Also try to copy to bin, lib folders.
2c. Try to copy api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll C:\Program Files (x86)\Your program\
👉 Prior to replacing the files, back them up.
How do I switch to the current Windows directory?
- Press and hold the key "win" on the keyboard and press the key "r" , then write %windir% and press the key Enter.
How to switch to the directory Program Files (x86) ?
- Press Win+R then enter %ProgramFiles(x86)% and after press Enter.
Advanced users only:
3. Copy into the folder C:\Windows\System32\
3b. Copy into the folder C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
How to fix errors
- Reinstall the program: If you are getting error messages related to this file while using a specific application, try uninstalling and then reinstalling it.
- Update Windows: Ensure that your operating system is up to date. Updates often include fixes for issues with system files like api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll.
- Manually replace the file (if needed): While not recommended, you can try replacing the missing or corrupted file using a backup or by downloading from trusted sources. However, this should only be done if you have verified the source and understand the risks involved.
Conclusion
The api-ms-win-core-file-l1-2-0.dll file is an essential component of Windows, and any issues related to it should be handled with care. Always ensure you are using trusted sources when replacing system files.