Troubleshooting CoolType.dll: How To Guide (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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DLL files such as CoolType.dll are categorized as Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) files. As a CoolType Typography Engine file, it was created for use in CoolType 2014/06/28-14:37:47 by Adobe Systems Incorporated.

The first version of CoolType.dll for Adobe Acrobat DC (not specified) was seen on 04/07/2015 in Windows 10. The latest file update released for Adobe Captivate 2017 Release was on 07/26/2017 [file version 5.15.00.33081].

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: CoolType.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: CoolType Typography Engine
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Adobe Systems Incorporated
Software Program: CoolType 2014/06/28-14:37:47
Legal Copyright: © 1984-2009 Adobe Systems Incorporated
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: Neutral 2
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x1c86d4
Code Size: 2165248


What are CoolType.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library CoolType.dll Errors

CoolType.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like CoolType.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like klist.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Adobe Captivate) could share the same CoolType.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 CoolType.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Adobe Captivate is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common CoolType.dll errors include:

Your CoolType.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Adobe Captivate), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, CoolType.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Adobe Captivate, system crash while loading CoolType.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 CoolType.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 CoolType.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 CoolType.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Adobe Captivate (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Adobe Captivate software.

You can uninstall Adobe Captivate 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 Adobe Captivate 2017 Release and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Adobe Captivate software.

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

Adobe Captivate 2017 Release

Adobe Systems Incorporated

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 CoolType.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 CoolType.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 CoolType.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 CoolType.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free CoolType.dll files for every applicable version of Adobe Captivate. 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 CoolType.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Adobe Captivate folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Lightroom\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Premiere Pro CC 2019\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Photoshop CC 2019\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Adobe\Creative Cloud Libraries\js\node_modules\node-thumbnailgenerator\native\Win\NativeThumbnailGenerator\build\Release\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Audition CC 2019\
    Show 14 more directories +
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Photoshop Elements 2020\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Elements 2020 Organizer\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Illustrator CC 2019\Support Files\Contents\Windows\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\Creative Cloud Libraries\js\node_modules\node-thumbnailgenerator\native\Win\NativeThumbnailGenerator\build\Release\
    Windows 10: C:\adobeTemp\ETRDFFE.tmp\1\universal\App\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Animate CC 2019\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\Creative Cloud Libraries\js\node_modules\node-thumbnailgenerator\native\Win\NativeThumbnailGenerator\build\Release\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Adobe\Acrobat Reader DC\Reader\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\Creative Cloud Libraries\js\node_modules\node-thumbnailgenerator\native\Win\NativeThumbnailGenerator\build\Release\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Adobe\Acrobat DC\Acrobat\x64\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Adobe\Acrobat DC\Acrobat\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Adobe\Adobe Media Encoder CS6\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Adobe\Adobe Captivate 2017 (32 Bit)\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\Adobe\Adobe Multi SCO Packager 2017 (x86)\
  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 CoolType.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 CoolType.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying CoolType.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Adobe Systems Incorporated typically does not release Adobe Captivate 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 CoolType.dll and all other DLL files for Adobe Captivate. 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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