Printui.dll: What Is It & How to Fix Its Errors

To resolve Printui.dll error on your PC, just use the command line tool.

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Key notes

  • Running the DISM tool with specific commands can deal with this error.
  • It is advisable to use a system file checker whenever you encounter this issue.
printui.dll

When it comes to configuring printers, there are a plethora of tasks that can be automated. The executable file printui.dll is responsible for housing the necessary functions required for printer configuration dialog boxes.

This subject matter shares similarities with error 740 while adding printer but we previously tackled it in a different guide.

However, to effectively confront the matter at hand, we need to investigate its underlying source.

What is the Printui.dll error?

Encountering the printui.dll error can be a frequent problem that stems from an array of reasons:

  • Damaged installation – The DLL files in the Windows installation could be damaged or missing.
  • Unsupported DLL files – It might the DLL files are no longer supported, this might prompt the error.

How can I fix the Printui.dll error?

  • Copy printui.dll – You can copy the printui.dll from another Windows 11 PC and replace the one on your PC.

1. Use a dedicated DLL fixer

Printui.dll is is a system file, so it’s important to restore it. Doing so might be a daunting task, especially if you’re not tech-savvy.

Luckily, you can fix this problem automatically with DLL repair software. Such an application is simple to use, and after scanning your PC, it will restore the missing files and fix any issues that you had.

2. Run DISM tool

  1. On the start screen type command prompt.
  2. Right-click Command Prompt, and click Run as administrator. If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password, or click Allow.

  3. Type the following commands. Press Enter after each command.

    DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Scanhealth

    DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth

  4. Exit the command prompt then check if the issue has been handled.

After doing that, check if printui.dll error is gone.

3. Use System file checker

  1. On your search bar type command prompt.
  2.  Right-click Command Prompt, and click Run as administrator. If you are prompted for an administrator password or a confirmation, type the password, or click Allow. 
  3. Run the following command: sfc / scannow
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When you input the command, the system will initiate a thorough check. It may take some time, so we kindly ask for your patience and don’t interrupt it.

Our goal is to ensure that this guide has effectively addressed your concerns. If you encounter any additional obstacles, we suggest looking into Rundll32.exe error and may offer similar solutions.

We are eager to hear from you about the solution that has worked best for you. Please share your insights by leaving a comment below and letting us know your thoughts. Your feedback is valuable to us!

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Loredana Harsana

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Loredana is a passionate writer with a keen interest in PC software and technology. She started off writing about mobile phones back when Samsung Galaxy S II was on top of the world and she fell in love with tech of all sorts. Whenever she’s not at her work desk, you'll find her enjoying refreshing tea flavors, spilling stories on paper, and listening to the radio.