Libgdk-win32-2.0-0.dll Not Found: 7 Ways to Fix It

Many of our readers have complained about getting The program can’t start because libgdk-win32-2.0-0.dll is missing from your computer while trying to launch one of these software GIMP, Audacious, Inkscape, and UFRaw.

What is Libgdk-win32-2.0-0.dll?

Libgdk-win32-2.0-0.dll is a dynamic link library that is usually a part of the GIMP Drawing Kit. If you see the missing DLL error, it could be due to a corrupted DLL file, damaged system files, or outdated drivers.

First, check your Recycle Bin to ensure the file was not accidentally deleted. Next, restart your PC and ensure the latest Windows version is installed. Then, run a full malware scan using a reliable antivirus tool to rule out virus threats.

How can I fix the AWL.DLL missing error?

1. Download a DLL fixer tool

If you have any other Windows device with the same version of Windows installed and you use the same software on that as well, go to the software’s installation files and look for libgdk-win32-2.0-0.dll. Once you locate it, copy it and transfer it to a USB drive. Next, plug the USB drive into the affected computer and paste the file in the exact location.

If you are not comfortable with this or don’t have a secondary device, we recommend you use a third-party DLL fixer tool. All you need to do is download & install the tool and run it to keep all the DLL-related issues at bay.

2. Reregister the DLL file

1. Press the Windows key, type cmd in the search box, and choose Run as administrator from the list of options to launch the Command Prompt with administrative privileges.
2. Copy & paste the following command to reregister the libgdk-win32-2.0-0.dll and press Enter: regsvr32 libgdk-win32-2.0-0.dll
3. Click OK to confirm and restart your computer to let the changes take effect.

Remember, this method will only work if you have the libgdk-win32-2.0-0.dll file present on your computer.

3. Reinstall the affected app

1. Press Windows + I to open Settings.
2. From the left pane, select Apps, then click Installed apps.
3. Locate the affected app, click the three-dot icon, and choose Uninstall from the options.
4. Click Uninstall on the next screen to confirm.
5. Now, go to the official website of the software to download the latest version.

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4. Run SFC & DISM scans

1. Press the Windows key, type cmd in the search box, and select Run as administrator from the list of options. 
2. Copy & paste the following command to repair or restore the missing system files on your computer, and hit Enter: sfc /scannow
3. Wait for the scan to complete, then type the following command to scan the Windows image for corrupted files and repair it with the help of Windows Update, and press Enter: Dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth
4. Once the scan is successfully executed, restart your machine to save the changes.

5. Roll Back the recently updated driver

1. Press Windows + R to open the Run window.
2. Type devmgmt.msc and click OK to open the Device Manager app.
3. Locate the recently installed driver in the list of system components, right-click it, and select Properties from the context menu.
4. On the Properties window, switch to the Driver tab, and click Roll Back Driver.
5. Select the reason for rolling back the driver and click Yes to confirm.

6. Restore your computer to a previous point

1. Press the Windows key, type control panel in the search box, and click Open.   
2. Choose Large icons for View by, and click Recovery from the list of options.
3. Click Open System Restore.
4. Select Choose a different restore point on the System Restore window, and click Next to proceed.
5. From the list of available restore points on your Window, select the one created before the libgdk-win32-2.0-0.dll not found error appeared, and click Next.
6. Click Finish.

Windows will restart and try to restore the system settings to the selected point. However, if you get the System Restore did not complete successfully message after the system restarts, it means the System Restore method has failed either due to conflicting drivers or missing system files, check out this guide to learn more.

7. Download the DLL file manually

NOTE

If none of the earlier methods have worked, you can download the required DLL file from a trusted third-party website. One such website, DLL-FILES, has been tested and verified by our experts for reliability. However, please always exercise caution when downloading files from third-party sources to ensure they are safe and secure.

1. Click the DLL-FILES website link to open the LIBGDK-WIN32-2.0-0.DLL page. Locate the DLL file according to your CPU architecture and click Download.
2. Once downloaded, double-click the folder to open it, and copy the DLL file.
3. Go to your system drive and paste the DLL file into the app’s Installation folder, which is causing the issue.
4. Restart your computer to let the changes take effect.

In conclusion, to fix the LIBGDK-WIN32-2.0-0.DLL not found issue, reregister the DLL file if it is present, reinstall the affected app, run SFC and DISM scans, roll back the recently updated driver, restore your PC to a previous point, or download the DLL file manually. Alternatively, you can download a DLL fixer tool and let it scan and fix all the DLL-related issues.

If you often encounter errors or pop-up messages related to missing DLL files, check out this guide to learn the reasons for preventing them.

Before you go, check out our detailed guide on what to do if you encounter the macdll.dll not found error on your computer. We have also recently covered the Bdvid32.dll not found error; look at it.

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