DxtoryVulkanLayer.dll: How to Fix DLL Errors, Download, and Update

Last Updated: 11/28/2023
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The development of Dxtory by Dxtory Software prompted the latest creation of DxtoryVulkanLayer.dll. It is also known as a Dxtory Vulkan Hook Helper file (file extension DLL), which is classified as a type of Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file.

DxtoryVulkanLayer.dll was initially released with Dxtory 2.0.142 on 04/09/2017 for the Windows 10 Operating System. This is the most recent release date from Dxtory Software, according to our records.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: DxtoryVulkanLayer.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: Dxtory Vulkan Hook Helper
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
File Operating System: Unknown (0)
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: ExKode Co. Ltd.
Software Program: Dxtory
Legal Copyright: Copyright© ExKode Co. Ltd.
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: Neutral
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x0017
Entry Point: 0x52be
Code Size: 64512


What are DxtoryVulkanLayer.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library DxtoryVulkanLayer.dll Errors

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

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

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

You can uninstall Dxtory 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 Dxtory 2.0.142 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Dxtory 2.0.142

Dxtory Software

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 DxtoryVulkanLayer.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 DxtoryVulkanLayer.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 DxtoryVulkanLayer.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 DxtoryVulkanLayer.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free DxtoryVulkanLayer.dll files for every applicable version of Dxtory. 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 DxtoryVulkanLayer.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Dxtory folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\ExKode\Dxtory2.0\
  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 DxtoryVulkanLayer.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 DxtoryVulkanLayer.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying DxtoryVulkanLayer.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Dxtory Software typically does not release Dxtory 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 DxtoryVulkanLayer.dll and all other DLL files for Dxtory. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


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setuperr.log Log Dxtory 2.0.142 23500 C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
setupact.log Log Dxtory 2.0.142 217077 C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
setupact.log Log Dxtory 2.0.142 62521 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
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diagerr.xml Extensible Markup Language Dxtory 2.0.142 24420 C:\Windows\Panther\NewOs\Panther\


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