Download, Fix, and Update AoEHlp.dll

Last Updated: 11/30/2023
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AoEHlp.dll, also known as a Age of Empires Help DLL file, was created by Ensemble Studios for the development of Microsoft Age of Empires. DLL files fall under under the Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file type category.

AoEHlp.dll was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 10/02/1997 with Microsoft Age of Empires 1. This is the most recent release date from Ensemble Studios, according to our records.

Please see below for more detailed information, DLL file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of AoEHlp.dll.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: AoEHlp.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: Age of Empires Help DLL
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
Comments: "Zokanta"
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Microsoft Corporation
Software Program: Microsoft Age of Empires
Legal Copyright: Copyright © 1996 - 1997 Microsoft Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x2990
Code Size: 13312


What are AoEHlp.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library AoEHlp.dll Errors

AoEHlp.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like AoEHlp.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like dpnsvr.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Microsoft Age of Empires) could share the same AoEHlp.dll file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared DLL file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when AoEHlp.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Microsoft Age of Empires is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common AoEHlp.dll errors include:

Your AoEHlp.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Microsoft Age of Empires), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, AoEHlp.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Microsoft Age of Empires, system crash while loading AoEHlp.dll, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix AoEHlp.dll Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your AoEHlp.dll issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the AoEHlp.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Microsoft Age of Empires (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Microsoft Age of Empires software.

You can uninstall Microsoft Age of Empires software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for Microsoft Age of Empires 1 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Microsoft Age of Empires software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Microsoft Age of Empires 1

Ensemble Studios

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many AoEHlp.dll error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the AoEHlp.dll error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your AoEHlp.dll File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate AoEHlp.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free AoEHlp.dll files for every applicable version of Microsoft Age of Empires. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download AoEHlp.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Microsoft Age of Empires folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Games\Age of Empires\
  4. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve AoEHlp.dll problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



Download AoEHlp.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying AoEHlp.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Ensemble Studios typically does not release Microsoft Age of Empires DLL files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing AoEHlp.dll and all other DLL files for Microsoft Age of Empires. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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