What is ‘Libmysql.dll’? What is ‘Libmysql.dll is missing or not found’ error in Windows 10?
‘Libmysql.dll’ is DLL (Dynamic Link Library) file associated with Microsoft Windows Operating System. This legitimate System files allow various programs to function properly. It is no way associated with malware or virus. However, cybercriminals use the name of some legitimate DLL file and can attempt to replace the original DLL file with malicious one, or can corrupt this ‘Libmysql.dll’ legitimate file, or place the file in some other System’s location.
One possible reason behind ‘Libmysql.dll is missing from your computer’ is corruption of System registry or files. It is simialr to Api-ms-win-core-windowserrorreporting-l1-1-1.dll missing Error, ‘Something wrong when loading the dc_wff.dll’ Error and Downloader.dll is Missing or Not Found Error. Also, if you have accidently deleted this DLL file or placed the file in some other location instead of placing the original System’s location, then it might possible to get this error. In some cases, ‘Libmysql.dll is missing’ error might occur when using or installing certain programs, or when you boot/reboot your computer, or maybe even during Windows installation.
However, you can fix malware or viruses issues in computer to fix this issue. As mentioned, malware or viruses attack can cause DLL file missing issue or similar. So, running System scan with some powerful antivirus software can be one possible solution to resolve. Also, you should try to check and repair System files, reinstall the programs that are causing this issue.
Some common error associated to ‘Libmysql.dll is missing from your computer’:
- dll Not Found
- dll crash
- dll Access Violation
- Cannot find [PATH]\Libmysql.dll
- The procedure entry point Libmysql.dll error
- The file Libmysql.dll is missing
- This application failed to start because Libmysql.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem
- Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: Libmysql.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again
How to fix ‘Libmysql.dll is missing from your computer’?
Method 1: fix ‘Libmysql.dll is missing’ Error in Windows 10 with ‘PC Repair Tool’
‘PC Repair Tool’ offers you to find and fix BSOD errors, DLL errors, EXE errors, problems with programs, malware or viruses issues, and other System issues with just few clicks. This way, you can fix ‘Libmysql.dll is missing’ error. You can get this tool through button/link below.
Method 2: Restore ‘Libmysql.dll’ file from ‘Recycle Bin’
If you have accidently deleted this DLL file, then check the file in ‘Recycle Bin’ folder of your computer and restore the file. This way, you can fix ‘Libmysql.dll missing Error’. To do so, you need to open ‘Recycle Bin’ folder and search for ‘Libmysql.dll’ file. If it is available, then right-click on it and select ‘Restore’.
Method 3: Update System drivers
Outdated or corrupted Windows drivers can cause ‘Libmysql.dll is Missing or not found’ error or similar. You can fix the issue by updating System drivers.
Step 1: Press ‘Windows + X’ keys together on keyboard and select ‘Device Manager’
Step 2: In the opened ‘Device Manager’, expand each device category and check if it shows ‘Yellow Exclamation Mark’ on any device.
Step 3: Right-click on the device showing ‘Yellow Exclamation Mark’ and select ‘Update Driver’
Step 4: Select ‘Search automatically for updated driver software’ and follow on-screen instructions to finish.
Step 5: Once done, restart your computer to see the changes and check if trouble is resolved.
Update Windows Drivers [Automatically]
You can also try to update all System drivers including graphics card drivers, sound drivers, network adapter drivers and other drivers with ‘Automatic Driver Update Tool’. This software will automatically find the latest update for all System drivers and then install into computer. You can get this tool through link/button below.
Method 4: Run SFC Scan
SFC (System File Checker) – Windows 10 built-in tool offers you to check and repair System files. This way, you can fix this DLL file missing issue.
Step 1: Press ‘Windows + X’ keys together on keyboard and select ‘Command Prompt as Administrator’
Step 2: In the opened ‘Command Prompt’, type ‘sfc /scannow’ and hit ‘Enter’ key to execute
Step 3: Wait to complete the process. Once done, please restart your computer and check if trouble is resolved.
Method 5: Run DISM Scan
DISM – Windows 10 built-in tool is designed to check and repair corrupted files.
Step 1: Open ‘Command Prompt as Administrator’ and type the following command one-by-one and then hit ‘Enter’ key after each to execute.
DISM /online /Cleanup-Image / ScanHealth
DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
Step 2: Wait for the completion. Once done, restart your computer and check if the issue is resolved.
Method 6: Reinstall problematic application
You can also try to fix the issue by removing the problematic applications or the application that is causing the error, and then you can reinstall the app.
Step 1: Press ‘Windows + X’ keys together on keyboard and select ‘Control Panel’
Step 2: In the opened ‘Control Panel’, go to ‘Programs & Features’ or ‘Uninstall a program’
Step 3: Find the application that is causing the error, in the list of programs
Step 4: Select it and click on ‘Uninstall’, and follow on-screen instructions to finish uninstallation.
Step 5: Once done, you can reinstall the application from official site.
Method 7: Download ‘Libmysql.dll’ file and place the file in ‘System32’ folder
You can try to fix the issue by downloading the file from some trustworthy sources and then place the file in ‘System32’ folder.
Step 1: Open your browser and visit manufacturer website or Microsoft Official website
Step 2: Search for ‘Libmysql.dll’ file and download it
Step 3: Now, place the ‘Downloaded Libmysql.dll’ in ‘C:\Windows\System32’ folder
Step 4: Once done, restart your computer and check if trouble is resolved.
Method 8: Install MySQL Connector/C Library
Another possible way to fix this issue is to install ‘MySQL Connector/C library’ through MySQL installer. If you using MySQL Installer, then you should choose ‘Custom’ install option and check if ‘MySQL Connector/C’ checkbox is selected. Once installed, please check if trouble is resolved.
Method 9: Run System scan with ‘SpyHunter Antivirus Software’
As mentioned, malware or viruses attack can cause Libmysql.dll is missing from your computer or similar issue. You can fix the issue by run System scan with ‘SpyHunter’. This software offers you to find and remove all types of malware or viruses in computer. You can get this tool through link/button below.
Method 10: Perform System Restore
If you are unable to fix Libmysql.dll is missing from your computer using methods mentioned above, then you can try ‘System Restore’ to fix the issue. You can restore your computer the particular restore point when everything was working well.
Step 1: Press ‘Windows + R’ keys together on keyboard, type ‘rstrui’ in ‘Run’ dialog box and hit ‘Ok’ to open ‘System Restore’
Step 2: In the opened ‘System Restore’, select a different restore point and hit ‘Next’
Step 3: Check the ‘Show more restore points for list with dates’ checkbox and choose the restore points and hit ‘Next > Finish’.
Step 4: Wait to finish restoring process. Once done, reboot your computer and check if DLL missing error is resolved.
Conclusion
I hope this post helped you on How to fix Libmysql.dll is missing Error in Windows 10 with several easy steps. You can read & follow our instructions to do so. That’s all. For any suggestions or queries, please write on comment box below.
