Download and Repair MSREFTL.DLL Issues

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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The development of Microsoft Bookshelf 99 by Microsoft prompted the latest creation of MSREFTL.DLL. It is also known as a Look Up Reference Add-In file (file extension DLL), which is classified as a type of Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file.

The initial introduction of MSREFTL.DLL released in Office XP was for Windows XP on 05/31/2001. This is not only most recent release from Microsoft, but it's the only version known in existence.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, DLL file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of MSREFTL.DLL.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: MSREFTL.DLL
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: Look Up Reference Add-In
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Microsoft Corporation
Software Program: Microsoft Bookshelf 99
Legal Copyright: Copyright © 1987-1999 Microsoft Corporation.
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: German
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x7c2d
Code Size: 45056


What are MSREFTL.DLL Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library MSREFTL.DLL Errors

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

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

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

You can uninstall Office 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 Office XP and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

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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 MSREFTL.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 MSREFTL.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 MSREFTL.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 MSREFTL.DLL file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free MSREFTL.DLL files for every applicable version of Office. 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 MSREFTL.DLL Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Office folder location:
    Windows XP: C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\Reference Titles\
  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 XP.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve MSREFTL.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 MSREFTL.DLL Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying MSREFTL.DLL to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Office 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 MSREFTL.DLL and all other DLL files for Office. 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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