Zlib.dll Errors
There are several ways zlib.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common error messages you might see:
Zlib.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because zlib.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problemCannot find [PATH]\zlib.dllThe file zlib.dll is missingCannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: zlib.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again
The zlib.dll file is associated with the zlib compression library, specifically zlib-1.1.4 or earlier (later versions use zlib1.dll). This is why it’s common to see zlib.dll files while opening, using, installing, or uninstalling video games and applications that use this software library. The context of the zlib.dll error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem.
How to Fix Zlib.dll Errors
Follow these steps in the order they’re presented to try the simpler solutions first.
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 zlib.dll but you’ve already emptied the Recycle Bin, you may be able to recover zlib.dll with a free file recovery program. If the hardware fails any of your tests, replace the memory or replace the hard drive as soon as possible.
