How to Fix GdiPlusHelper.dll Problems and Download Updates

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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GdiPlusHelper files such as GdiPlusHelper.dll utilize the DLL file extension. This file is considered a Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file, and was first created by CambridgeSoft for the GdiPlusHelper software package.

The first version of GdiPlusHelper.dll was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 12/18/2005 inside ChemDraw Ultra 9. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by CambridgeSoft.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple DLL file troubleshooting, and list of free GdiPlusHelper.dll downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: GdiPlusHelper.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: GdiPlusHelper
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: BSF
Software Program: GdiPlusHelper
Legal Copyright: Copyright © BSF 2007
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: Neutral
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x334e
Code Size: 5120
Assembly Version: 1.0.3411.30836


What are GdiPlusHelper.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library GdiPlusHelper.dll Errors

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

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

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

You can uninstall ChemDraw Ultra 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 ChemDraw Ultra 9 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

ChemDraw Ultra 9

CambridgeSoft

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 GdiPlusHelper.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 GdiPlusHelper.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 GdiPlusHelper.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 GdiPlusHelper.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free GdiPlusHelper.dll files for every applicable version of ChemDraw Ultra. 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 GdiPlusHelper.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate ChemDraw Ultra folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\CambridgeSoft\ChemOffice2010\ChemDraw\ChemDrawSVG\
  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 GdiPlusHelper.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 GdiPlusHelper.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying GdiPlusHelper.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. CambridgeSoft typically does not release ChemDraw Ultra 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 GdiPlusHelper.dll and all other DLL files for ChemDraw Ultra. 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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