How to Download, Fix, and Update Libwasapi_plugin.dll

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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LibVLC plugin files such as libwasapi_plugin.dll utilize the DLL file extension. This file is considered a Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file, and was first created by VideoLAN for the VLC media player software package.

The initial introduction of libwasapi_plugin.dll released in VLC Media Player 3.0.8 was for Windows 10 on 08/22/2019. The newest file release date for VLC Media Player 3.0.7.1 was 06/07/2019 [version 3.0.7.1].

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: libwasapi_plugin.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: LibVLC plugin
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: VideoLAN
Software Program: VLC media player
Legal Copyright: Copyright © 1996-2019 VideoLAN and VLC Authors
File Details
Character Set: Windows, Latin1
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x0000
Entry Point: 0x1400
Code Size: 13312


What are libwasapi_plugin.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library libwasapi_plugin.dll Errors

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

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

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

You can uninstall VLC Media Player 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 VLC Media Player 3.0.7.1 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall VLC Media Player software.

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

VLC Media Player 3.0.7.1

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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 libwasapi_plugin.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 libwasapi_plugin.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 libwasapi_plugin.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 libwasapi_plugin.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free libwasapi_plugin.dll files for every applicable version of VLC Media Player. 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 libwasapi_plugin.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate VLC Media Player folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\VLCPortable\App\vlc\plugins\audio_output\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\VideoLAN\VLC\plugins\audio_output\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\VideoLAN\VLC\plugins\audio_output\
  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 libwasapi_plugin.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 libwasapi_plugin.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying libwasapi_plugin.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. VideoLAN typically does not release VLC Media Player 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 libwasapi_plugin.dll and all other DLL files for VLC Media Player. 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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