How to Download and Repair Wsdetect.dll (3 Step Guide)

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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wsdetect.dll, also known as a Java Web Start ActiveX Control file, was created by Adobe Systems Incorporated for the development of Java(TM) Platform SE 8 U25. DLL files fall under under the Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file type category.

The initial introduction of wsdetect.dll released in Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 8 Update 221 was for Windows 10 on 10/02/2019. On 07/26/2017, version 8.0.250.18 was released for Adobe Captivate 2017 Release.

Please continue reading to find your correct wsdetect.dll file version download (free), detailed file information, and DLL file troubleshooting instructions.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: wsdetect.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: Java Web Start ActiveX Control
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: Oracle Corporation
Software Program: Java(TM) Platform SE 8 U25
Legal Copyright: Copyright © 2014
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0xec0b
Code Size: 104960


What are wsdetect.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library wsdetect.dll Errors

wsdetect.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like wsdetect.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 wsdetect.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 wsdetect.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Adobe Captivate is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common wsdetect.dll errors include:

Your wsdetect.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, wsdetect.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Adobe Captivate, system crash while loading wsdetect.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 wsdetect.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 wsdetect.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 wsdetect.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 wsdetect.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 wsdetect.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 wsdetect.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 wsdetect.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free wsdetect.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 wsdetect.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 (x86)\Java\jre1.8.0_221\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Futuremark\3DMark\jre\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Medea International Ltd\exPressitSE3.1\jre1.6.0\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Java\jre7\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Java\jdk1.7.0_40\jre\bin\
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    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Java\jre7\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Java\jdk1.7.0_40\jre\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\MATLAB\R2019b\sys\java\jre\win64\jre\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\_temp_matlab_R2019b_win64\sys\java\jre\win64\jre\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Minecraft Launcher\runtime\jre-x64\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Java\jdk1.8.0_231\jre\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Adobe\Adobe Animate CC 2019\jre\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Adobe\Adobe Captivate 2017 (32 Bit)\JVM\bin\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\IBM\SPSS\Statistics\Subscription\JRE\bin\
  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 wsdetect.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 wsdetect.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying wsdetect.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 wsdetect.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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